Formulated in 1964, Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion is a foundational Kiehl's product. The multipurpose facial astringent was created specifically with oily skin in mind. Camphor, menthol, and sodium PCA provide a cooling and soothing effect. A unique facial toner for use on oily-prone areas.
- Key ingredients include:
- Camphor (naturally derived from an eastern evergreen tree; can give a cooling effect to skin; effective treatment for oily skin)
- Menthol (natural cooling agent, containing 50% peppermint or other mint oils, or made synthetically by hydrogenation of thymol; used in skin care to give a cooling effect to skin)
- Sodium PCA (naturally occurring humectant; partly responsible for skin's moisture-binding capacity; derived from amino acids; highly water absorbing; increases skin's softness when added to products)
- How to use:
- Moisten a sterile cotton pad with facial toner and apply to skin in areas where needed, avoiding the immediate eye area
- Before applying, we recommend patch-testing a small amount of any cosmetic product on the inside skin of the wrist area to ascertain its compatibility with your skin
- Use with Blue Herbal Gel Cleanser for best results
Forty years and still counting!!!
Ive been using Kiehls Blue Astringent as an aftershave for four decades, and its one of those rare products thats earned a permanent spot in my routine. Its technically marketed as a toner, but it works beautifully as an aftershave the alcohol and herbal blend closes pores, tightens the skin, and leaves a clean, invigorating feel without the harsh sting of traditional aftershaves.
I have sensitive skin, and this is one of the few astringents that soothes rather than irritates. The scent is subtle and herbal, not cologne-like, so it doesnt compete with anything else I wear. I just splash it straight into my palms after shaving and pat it on. My skin feels refreshed and calm, not stripped or dried out, even after all these years of daily use.
What impresses me most is the consistency. The formula hasnt changed, the results havent changed, and it still does exactly what I need it to do. Not every product survives 40 years in someones routine this one has, and I dont see that changing.
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The ONLY Product That Truly Works for Me!
I absolutely love the Blue Herbal Astringent! This has always been the single best product for my breakouts, and nothing else has ever worked the same way for my skin. When I heard it was being discontinued, I spent months trying to find a replacement and never found anything that even came close.
I was beyond excited to see it available again I literally cried tears of joy when I realized I could purchase it once more! My skin has missed this product so much.
Thank you for bringing back the one astringent that truly works for me. Please never discontinue it again!
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Good and long established product
I have bought this product regularly over many years and like the way it makes my skin feel and use it on a daily basis. Recommended.
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Excellent product that's hard to get
The product is the best and I've been using it since 1989. But why is it so difficult to find? And when I do, it's in tiny bottles? I now find myself searching for alternatives elsewhere and therefore do think much anymore about Kiehl's.
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Useless
I wanted to love this. It feels great going on, but after, I cannot apply moisturizer without the moisturizer clumping up. I have tried different moisturizers, including the ultra facial cream and everything clumps up when I use this first.
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Blue herbal…the OG best!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great product for clearing up t-zone oiliness! Great for razor burn on my neck as well. Prevents ingrown hairs
as well! Have loved this product since my 20s and Im now in my 40s!
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Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion
I like how the Blue Astringent Herbal Lotion makes my skin feel after shaving. Really clean and relaxed. Been using it for a few years, plan on many more.
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Little goes a long way
Great for ingrown or and skin issues. A little goes a long way. This should last me a while.
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