If you’ve been following my recent reviews, you know I’ve been flooded with cleansing oils lately. I've been thrilled to test each one and give my honest feedback so you guys get the full tea before emptying your bank accounts! Funny enough, a few months ago, I was desperate to win just one cleansing oil giveaway, and now I’m overwhelmed with choices. It's time to narrow down my favorites. The Dear Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil went through A LOT of scrutiny on my end, so I can tell you if it’s worth it or not. I was curious about the significance of the word "black" in the name since the only black thing I initially saw was the cap. I’ll explain more in one of my summarized bullet points, and honestly, I was a bit impressed. Here’s why I think the Dear Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil is a decent choice for combination skin that leans oily (which is what I have). For context, it’s currently a humid summer in NYC, but now it’s kind of cool and wet (yuck). 🖤 Ingredients: It’s made with black sesame oil and black currant seed oil—each with its own benefits: - Black sesame oil (Sesamum Indicum): antioxidant protection - Black currant seed oil (Ribes Nigrum): rich in minerals and vitamins It also contains moisturizing jojoba seed oil. 🖤 Texture: The texture is similar to another favorite brand of mine—easy to apply, wash off, and cleanse with. This is a no-fuss oil cleanser. 🖤 Results: My face didn’t feel stripped or tight but looked visibly clean. 🖤 No Breakouts: I didn’t break out from this. I used it several times before concluding. Overall, I rate this a 4/5. It’s a solid cleansing oil that I appreciate, but I do have a personal favorite from another brand that’s more emollient and gives my skin a glow, which this didn’t quite achieve.

I usually see facial mists as a source of hydration during makeup application and not much more. I’m glad to have been given the Dear Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist by Picky and Dear Klairs so I could see if it offers more than just hydrating the face. I used this mist between a few of my makeup sessions and noticed it aims to give a dewy look. While I love a nice dewy finish, I also checked the ingredients and benefits to see if it included any skincare goodies for simultaneous skin care. I absolutely loved this mist and found it to be more refreshing than I anticipated. Although the spray initially didn’t mist well, it evened out and sprayed nicely after the first few uses. Here are my conclusive thoughts on the Dear Klairs Fundamental Ampule Mist: ☕️ It’s great as a skin refresher. With New York’s current humid weather, if I don’t use a mist between applying foundation, my makeup tends to look patchy and oily. Personally, I found this mist kept my skin hydrated and my makeup intact. ☕️ It has zero harmful ingredients. No potential allergens. It’s alcohol-free, fragrance-free, and essential oil-free, making it suitable for everyone, including those with sensitive skin. ☕️ It contains a lot of moisturizing ingredients, such as: - Glycerin: a moisturizing agent - Betaine: a beet-derived amino acid derivative with skin protection properties - Trehalose: for long-lasting hydration - Panthenol: also known as pro-vitamin B5, helps moisturize the skin - Sodium hyaluronate: with a high water-holding capacity, best used on slightly damp skin ☕️ It’s unscented and won’t trigger any nasal sensitivities. ☕️ Additionally, it’s infused with green tea water, cucumber, okra, and mugwort. It’s interesting to see okra in skincare, as it’s not commonly used. I don’t mind it at all. ☕️ There’s no post-tightness feeling after application. It absorbed well into my skin (I have combination leaning oily skin). It’s a relief to my sensory issues, making it ideal for me. Overall, I give this a 5/5. It’s a fantastic mist that excels in hydration and keeping makeup intact.

If you’re looking for a no-nonsense, no-fuss moisturizer, Dear Klairs has developed the Rich Moist Soothing Cream just for that. I’ve tried many moisturizers, and while I have favorites, I’m always open to finding new ones that could potentially become a favorite. I tried this cream a few times, and I’d say it’s a good cream based on my experience, but it wasn’t special enough to become a new favorite. The Dear Klairs Rich Moist Soothing Cream is great for sensitive skin, though I think it’s best suited for drier skin types. As someone with combination skin that leans oily, this cream applies to a satin matte finish. However, if you apply too much, it can look greasy, especially on hot summer days. I feel this is perfect for the rest of the seasons, particularly winter. I anticipate using this full-time during the winter. Here are some of my current thoughts on this moisturizer and why I rate it a 3.75/5: 💙 Ease of Application: It's easy to apply, with no complications. It helped with redness and soothed the dry spots on my face. It also works well as a body cream, especially since my body skin tends to be dry. 💙 Texture and Feel: Although it's rich, it’s not heavy. My skin likes that it doesn't feel clogged, especially on my face. However, I did notice some questionable ingredients, which I'll mention next. 💙 Perfuming Ingredients: This product contains a LOT of perfuming ingredients. This can be concerning, especially for those with potential allergies. I patch-tested this on my sister, who has a lavender oil allergy, and her skin didn’t react well. Though these ingredients are low on the list (indicating small amounts), it’s crucial for those with sensitive skin to do a patch test first. Potential allergens include: - Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil - Eucalyptus Oil (also serves as an antimicrobial) - Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil - Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil 💙 Beneficial Ingredients: Despite the potential allergens, the product has some beneficial ingredients that can't be overlooked, including: - Glycerin - Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) - Jojoba Seed Oil - Ceramide 3 - Arginine Overall, I rate this a 3.75/5. It’s a good basic moisturizer but may not suit everyone. It worked well for my skin type and didn’t cause any reactions, but a family member did react to it. So, I advise patch testing before using it. Otherwise, it’s a pretty good cream.

UPDATE - November 11, 2024 - A Four Month Assessment of this Cream My opinion hasn’t wavered since my last update; I continue to enjoy using this. Surprisingly, the weather in my area has been a bit different than expected, but the moisturizer remains a perfect choice. For the 5/5 rating, here are some of the newer reasons I continue to love it: 🖤 Absolutely no negative reactions, and my skin isn’t dependent on it. I’ve noticed with some creams that if you skip a day or two, your skin starts cracking or peeling—as if it has become dependent on the product. I usually end up tossing away products that do that, but thankfully, this hasn’t caused any of those issues. 🖤 I haven’t experienced milia with this. This is another factor that really wins me over. In my family, we tend to get milia with creams that contain pore-clogging ingredients, so I can safely attest that this is non-comedogenic. ________________________________________________ UPDATE - October 10, 2024 - A Three Month Assessment of this Cream I honestly love this! With winter arriving in NYC, this cream has become my go-to moisturizer. It’s thick yet non-comedogenic, and it prevents my skin from becoming flaky. I have small eczema spots under my eyes that flare up in cold weather, and only a few moisturizers have managed to keep them in check. Fortunately, the Dear Klairs moisturizer is one of them. For an in-depth review, please check my previous feedback, as my opinions remain unchanged. I highly recommend this! Given how effective it is in cold weather, I’m now updating my rating to 5/5! ___________________________________________________ UPDATE - September 1, 2024 - A Two Month Assesment of this Cream I've had this moisturizer for a little over two months. Initially, I rated it 3.8/5 based on my first impressions, but I’m glad to say I’ll be moving it up to a solid 4/5. I’ve also decided to incorporate this into my fall/winter skincare routine, as I believe it’ll be more beneficial to my skin during those months. I've come to firmer conclusions on why this is a great moisturizer for the cold weather seasons: 🌃 This is eczema-skin friendly. ⁃ As someone who suffers from eczema when the weather transitions from warm to cold, I noticed this has helped calm and soothe my trouble areas, especially the small patches of eczema I get under my eyes. I can’t just use any moisturizer because some can flare up my eczema. ⁃ For example, I randomly used La Mer to help with the initial signs of eczema under my eyes, and it flared up badly the next day. I decided to use this moisturizer instead, and surprisingly, it suited my skin much better, making those creeping eczema patches disappear. ⁃ This proves that your skincare doesn’t have to be overpriced to work for you. 🌃 I attribute the soothing and calming effects to several ingredients: Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomile Flower Extract, and Green Purslane Extract, among others. This formulation is infused with Azulene (Guaiazulene), which has antibacterial properties, so you won’t wake up with new pimples or other skin issues. 🌃 Lastly, this is perfect for oily-combination skin types. If you have dry skin, this isn’t for you. It’s hydrating enough for oilier skin types to absorb without looking or feeling greasy, which is often the case with most moisturizers. However, it’s a bit thicker than your usual gel moisturizer, making it a better candidate for colder seasons, especially for those with oily or combination skin. Overall, I give this a 4/5. It’s a great moisturizer for colder weather, but not so much for the warmer months, as it can feel a bit thick during summer. ___________________________________________________ Original Review - June 21, 2024 Here’s to another review of my favorite type of skincare product - a moisturizer! I feel like it’s a general safe skincare product that suits most skin types, and given that mine is oily and sensitive, I often look for ones that won’t break me out. I’ve had the chance to test out Dear, Klairs’ Midnight Blue Calming Cream and here are my honest thoughts on this: 🌀 Very rarely do I come across moisturizers with formulations that aren’t white, but this one was interesting! It’s blue in color, which I think is a good motivator in getting your daily skincare in. 🌀 The texture is a little thicker than your average lightweight moisturizer but still light enough to be easily absorbed into your skin. 🌀 I have eczema and I found that this helped soothe areas with eczema, which honestly impressed me. 🌀 This felt more like a moisturizer aimed in soothing and reducing irritation. If you don’t have issues with redness or irritation, this may not feel anything special. Overall, this gets a 4/5 from me.