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innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask vs Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane

innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask scores 8.9/9.8 vs Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane at 5.1/9.8. innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask wins for active ingredients.

Head to head

innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask
innisfree

Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask

maskmid-range
8.9
VS
Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane
Kiehl's Since 1851

Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane

maskpremium
5.1

Score comparison

innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.

3
2
innisfree wins 3
Tied 2
Kiehl's Since 1851 wins 0
8.9innisfree
+3.8vs
5.1Kiehl's Since 1851

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

innisfree WINS
7.4
3.6
innisfree
Kiehl's Since 1851

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
innisfree
Kiehl's Since 1851

Active Ingredient Strength

innisfree WINS
6.7
2.2
innisfree
Kiehl's Since 1851

Ingredient Transparency

innisfree WINS
8.5
7.5
innisfree
Kiehl's Since 1851

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
innisfree
Kiehl's Since 1851

Ingredient face-off

8% overlap
39innisfree
3Shared
16Kiehl's Since 1851

Why innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask comes out ahead

Where innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 6.7 compared to Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane's 2.2. Its formula features Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, and Lactic Acid in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.

Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask scores 7.4 here versus 3.6 for Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.

innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask brings Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, and Lactic Acid as actives, while kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane relies on Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract and Salicylic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations

Value comparison

At mid-range pricing with a score of 8.9, innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask delivers strong value. Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane sits at the premium level with a 5.1 score — the extra cost doesn't translate to better scores here.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+3.8 lead

innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.

8.9innisfree
vs
5.1Kiehl's Since 1851

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask or Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane?

Based on ingredient analysis, innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask and Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between innisfree Volcanic Swirl Exfoliating Pore Mask and Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Face Mask with 10.5% Squalane?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.