Kiehl's
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizing Cream with Squalane
Low risk74/100
Kiehl's
Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado
Facial Treatments
Some ingredients carry a low-risk flag. Read the formulation context before deciding.
21 of 22 ingredients rated1 not assessed
Is it suitable during pregnancy?
MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado as Low risk (79/100). Review the ingredient context and any manual-review explanation before deciding.
Why this rating?
The recorded formula includes 1 ingredient entry with a risk flag: Salicylic Acid (Low risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail.
21 of 22 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. 1 entry does not have all of those fields. Unmatched or unrated entries are marked Not assessed in grey; missing evidence does not establish safety.
How we assess productsIngredient breakdown
The recorded formula, with evidence behind each rating. Unmatched ingredients are marked Not assessed in grey.
Ingredient ratings and evidence
Higher-risk flags first. Open an ingredient for evidence.
Salicylic Acid
Low risk
Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) used for acne, exfoliation and preservation. Common over-the-counter acne strengths are 0.5-2%, including 0.5%, 1% and 2%; the FDA lists this acne-treatment range. Pregnancy guidance distinguishes these topical products from oral salicylates and strong peels. MotherToBaby reports that ACOG allows over-the-counter topical salicylic acid during pregnancy when needed. Only a small amount of topical acne treatment usually reaches the bloodstream through intact skin; exposure can increase with damaged skin, frequent use or treatment of large areas. Direct salicylic-acid-specific pregnancy data remain limited. MamaSkin's Low Risk rating is a dose-and-use precaution, not evidence that ordinary low-strength skincare causes fetal harm or a recommendation to avoid every BHA product. Use as directed on limited areas of intact skin. Discuss strengths above 2%, chemical peels, wart/corn removers, large-area treatment or use under occlusion with your clinician before use during pregnancy. The American Academy of Dermatology specifically advises discussing and limiting higher-strength salicylic acid above 2%. Percentage alone does not establish safety: formulation, area, frequency and skin condition also matter. General cosmetic-use limits are not pregnancy-specific safety thresholds.
Sources: https://mothertobaby.org/fact-sheets/topical-acne-treatments-pregnancy/; https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/routine/pregnancy-skin-care; https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/omuf/monographs/OTC%20Monograph_M006-Topical%20Acne%20drug%20products%20for%20OTC%20Human%20Use%2011.23.2021.pdf; https://health.ec.europa.eu/publications/salicylic-acid-cas-no-69-72-7-ec-no-200-712-3_en; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK500675/
CI 40800
Not assessed
No matched ingredient rating is available yet. Not assessed does not mean safe or unsafe.
Water
No known risks
Water (Aqua) is the standard purified water used as a cosmetic solvent. It has no pregnancy-specific risk in normal topical use.
Sources: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Water, https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredient-database/cosing-glossary-ingredients_en
Squalane
No known risks
Lightweight emollient used to support the skin barrier. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure levels.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Persea Gratissima Oil
No known risks
Avocado-derived emollient oil used for skin conditioning and barrier feel. Normal topical cosmetic use has no known pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified in reviewed cosmetic references.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Plant-Derived Fatty Acid Oils as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
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Glycerin
No known risks
Glycerin is a widely used humectant that supports hydration and the skin barrier, with a long safety record and no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Propanediol
No known risks
Solvent and humectant used to improve texture and ingredient solubility. Low systemic exposure expected from topical cosmetic use.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
No known risks
A polyglycerin fatty-acid ester blend used as an emulsifier and pigment dispersant. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that polyglyceryl fatty acid esters are safe in current practices when formulated to be non-irritating.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Polyglyceryl Fatty Acid Esters as Used in Cosmetics, IJT 42(Suppl. 2), 2023; CIR December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf
Sodium Chloride
No known risks
Sodium chloride is used to adjust viscosity and texture in formulations; topical cosmetic use is considered low concern with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Glycine Soja Oil
No known risks
Plant-derived emollient oil used to soften skin and support formula texture. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Soy-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
No known risks
Carnauba wax, a plant-derived wax used to structure and thicken cosmetics. Cosmetic safety assessments and long-standing regulated use support normal topical exposure. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified; plant sensitivity remains possible.
Sources: CIR plant wax and Copernicia cerifera-derived ingredient assessments; FDA: Color Additives Permitted for Use in Cosmetics; European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
No known risks
Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil is a common emollient rich in fatty acids and is generally well tolerated, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
No known risks
Plant extract used for antioxidant or soothing properties. Unlike essential oils, cosmetic extracts are not highly concentrated and are used at low levels. Safety concerns associated with essential oil use do not generally apply to cosmetic extracts.
Sources: General cosmetic safety references for botanical extracts and exposure route considerations; essential oil literature discusses concentrated volatile forms rather than dilute extracts.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
No known risks
Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter is an emollient/occlusive that supports the skin barrier; topical use is considered low concern with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Caffeine
No known risks
Methylxanthine used in cosmetics (e.g., de-puffing/firming and antioxidant support). No pregnancy-specific contraindications are identified for topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR (Methylxanthines); PubMed (NLM)
Sodium PCA
No known risks
Natural-moisturising-factor humectant that helps bind water in the stratum corneum. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of PCA and Its Salts as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Copper Gluconate
No known risks
A mineral salt of gluconic acid used for skin conditioning or formula support. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the assessed gluconate salts are safe in current practices when formulated to be non-irritating.
Sources: CIR: Zinc Gluconate final assessment, March 2018; Copper Gluconate final assessment, March 2025; December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
No known risks
Chelating agent used to bind trace metals and improve formula stability. CIR concluded it is safe as used in cosmetics; normal topical use is not associated with a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate and Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Citric Acid
No known risks
pH adjuster used in small amounts to maintain product stability. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU); European cosmetics regulatory framework
Tocopherol
No known risks
Vitamin E antioxidant used to protect oils and support the skin barrier. Not associated with pregnancy-specific concerns at cosmetic exposure.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Sodium Dehydroacetate
No known risks
A preservative used at low concentrations to keep cosmetic formulas microbiologically stable. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that sodium dehydroacetate is safe in current cosmetic use and reaffirmed that conclusion in 2023 after reviewing updated exposure and safety information. Rare contact hypersensitivity has been reported, but no pregnancy-specific concern is identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.
Sources: CIR: 2023 Re-Review Summary for Sodium Dehydroacetate and Dehydroacetic Acid https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/RRsum_SodiumDehydroacetate_122023.pdf
CI 77288
No known risks
Colour Index name for chromium oxide greens pigment. Used as a green mineral pigment in cosmetics. For typical topical use, dermal absorption is very low and it is generally considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you prefer a cautious approach, avoid inhaling loose powders or sprays.
Sources: General cosmetic ingredient safety references for mineral pigments; exposure route considerations for powders/sprays.
Full recorded ingredient list
Water, Squalane, Persea Gratissima Oil, Glycerin, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Sodium Chloride, Glycine Soja Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caffeine, Sodium PCA, Copper Gluconate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Salicylic Acid, CI 40800, CI 77288
Ingredient ratings refreshed 1 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.
Questions about this assessment
Why does Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado have a Low risk rating?
The recorded formula includes 1 ingredient entry with a risk flag: Salicylic Acid (Low risk). These are ingredient-level flags; they do not replace the stored product assessment or account for every formulation detail. Incomplete ingredient documentation does not establish safety; see the coverage answer and grey entries below.
Has every ingredient in Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado been assessed?
21 of 22 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. 1 entry does not have all of those fields. Unmatched or unrated entries are marked Not assessed in grey; missing evidence does not establish safety.
Does this assessment apply to my Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado?
Only if the ingredient list on your packaging matches the recorded formula shown here. Formulas can differ by market and change over time. Compare the full list, not just the product name; report a mismatch if it differs.
Does this pregnancy assessment also establish breastfeeding suitability?
No. This page presents a pregnancy-focused product assessment. Do not infer a breastfeeding conclusion from its score or label; breastfeeding requires a separate assessment of the formula and how it is used.
