Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser vs Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser scores 8.2/9.8 vs Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser at 5.9/9.8. Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser wins for active ingredients.
Head to head
Score comparison
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser takes this one, winning 3 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
Kate Somerville WINSIrritation Risk
Kate Somerville WINSActive Ingredient Strength
Kate Somerville WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
7% overlapOnly in Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser
38 unique
Only in Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser
24 unique
Why Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser comes out ahead
Where Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser really shines is active ingredient strength, scoring 5.7 compared to Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser's 2.2. Its formula features Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, and Ceramide Eop in high positions, signalling meaningful concentrations.
Hydration Efficacy is another area of separation. Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser scores 9.1 here versus 5.7 for Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser brings Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, and Ceramide Eop as actives, while kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser relies on Tocopherol and Ascorbyl Glucoside. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Best for your skin type
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Glycerin
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Our verdict
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser or Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser?
Based on ingredient analysis, Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Do Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser and Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser share ingredients?
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
What's the main difference between Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser and Kiehl Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cleanser?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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