The new launch targets sensitive, stressed skin, with a formula designed to ease discomfort and support the skin barrier.
Kiehl’s has expanded its skincare portfolio in India with the launch of Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream. Introduced through the brand’s partnership with Nykaa and L’Oréal, the product is designed to offer immediate relief to skin experiencing stress or irritation.
The new cream adds to Kiehl’s Indian portfolio as Nykaa and L’Oréal work to build the brand’s visibility among shoppers looking for premium skincare.
The cream is designed to ease discomfort associated with sensitive skin, support the skin barrier and provide lasting hydration. According to Kiehl’s India, the formulation promises relief within five seconds, skin-barrier repair from first use and up to 96 hours of hydration. Its ingredients include glycerin, squalane and shea butter to help maintain moisture, alongside panthenol and bisabolol, which are commonly used in skincare formulations for their moisturising and soothing properties. The product is available in 28ml and 50ml sizes, with the 28ml pack listed at ₹2,500 on Nykaa Man.
The launch comes as competition grows in India’s premium skincare market, where brands are looking to strengthen consumer engagement through new product offerings and focused brand-building efforts. For Kiehl’s, the recovery cream adds another option to its existing range while reinforcing its science-led approach to skincare.
Through the partnership, Nykaa and L’Oréal aim to make Kiehl’s more familiar to Indian consumers seeking premium skincare products and further establish its position in the country’s luxury beauty segment.
