LA MER Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule

LA MER

Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule

face eyes ampoule

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
69%
Combination (dry)
69%
Balanced
99%
Combination (oily)
71%
Oily
71%

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130
Ingredients
8
Benefits
3
Actives
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Precision La Mer repair serum targets key expression zones, including forehead, crow’s feet, glabellar lines, cheek area, and nasolabial folds. Lines are immediately visibly plumped. The look of deeper wrinkles is reversed.

Key Insights

Benefits

8
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing

Active Ingredients

3
Hyaluronic acid Neuropeptides Vitamin C

Risks

6
Alcohol
Allergen
Microplastic
Silicone
Sulfate
Synthetic polymer

Full Ingredients

130 total
WATER DIMETHICONE ALGAE EXTRACT POLYSILICONE-11 ISODODECANE GLYCERIN BIS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-2 BUTYLENE GLYCOL LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE SACCHAROMYCES/RICE FERMENT FILTRATE CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC/MYRISTIC/STEARIC TRIGLYCERIDE PROPANEDIOL SESAMUM INDICUM SEED OIL MEDICAGO SATIVA SEED POWDER HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEEDCAKE PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS SEED MEAL EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LEAF OIL SODIUM GLUCONATE COPPER GLUCONATE CALCIUM GLUCONATE MAGNESIUM GLUCONATE ZINC GLUCONATE TOCOPHERYL SUCCINATE NIACIN SESAMUM INDICUM SEED POWDER LACTOCOCCUS FERMENT LYSATE LAMINARIA SACCHARINA EXTRACT YEAST EXTRACT GLYCINE SOJA SEED EXTRACT PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS SEED EXTRACT SODIUM HYALURONATE Hyaluronic acid HYDROLYZED RICE EXTRACT PISUM SATIVUM EXTRACT BAMBUSA VULGARIS LEAF/STEM EXTRACT PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT CENTAURIUM ERYTHRAEA EXTRACT LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT CRITHMUM MARITIMUM EXTRACT CRITHMUM MARITIMUM CALLUS CULTURE FILTRATE HORDEUM VULGARE EXTRACT HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN JANIA RUBENS EXTRACT PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-12 ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT JOJOBA ESTERS PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-14 TOCOPHEROL COFFEA ARABICA SEED EXTRACT PEAT EXTRACT PRUNUS PERSICA FLOWER EXTRACT ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8 Neuropeptides CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA PEEL EXTRACT LIMNANTHES ALBA SEED OIL TRITICUM VULGARE GERM EXTRACT GOLD TOURMALINE BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS STEROLS MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE Vitamin C SIGESBECKIA ORIENTALIS EXTRACT SODIUM PCA CAFFEINE HYDROLYZED WHEY PROTEIN SQUALANE TOCOPHERYL ACETATE TETRAACETYLPHYTOSPHINGOSINE SUCROSE DIPALMITOYL HYDROXYPROLINE HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL CHOLESTEROL TREHALOSE BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE PEG-8 COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE Neuropeptides UREA HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE ISOHEXADECANE GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID CAPRYLYL GLYCOL ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN POLYSORBATE 20 LAURETH-12 POLYSORBATE 80 POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER ACRYLAMIDE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE COPOLYMER HYDROGENATED LECITHIN SORBITAN OLEATE POTASSIUM CHLORIDE LECITHIN SODIUM CHLORIDE TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE POLYQUATERNIUM-51 VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER SILICA HDI/TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE BARIUM SULFATE DISODIUM PHOSPHATE POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE SODIUM CARBONATE GLUCOSAMINE HCL HEXYLENE GLYCOL TRIACETIN DIMETHYL ISOSORBIDE ALCOHOL DENAT. PARFUM LIMONENE LINALOOL CITRONELLOL HYDROXYCITRONELLAL GERANIOL LAVANDULA STOECHAS FLOWER/STEM EXTRACT PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL TERPINEOL PINENE LINALYL ACETATE BHT DISODIUM EDTA PHENOXYETHANOL POTASSIUM SORBATE CHLORPHENESIN SODIUM BENZOATE SORBIC ACID MICA BISMUTH SUBNITRATE IRON POWDER TITANIUM DIOXIDE

About Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule

Overview

Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule is a cushioning ampoule from LA MER. Its job is UV protection, with the rest of the formula working on hydration. The ingredient list runs to 130 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. It contains both silicones and oils, a combination that usually finishes smooth and slightly satin and sits well under makeup. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Butylene Glycol and Propanediol, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

UV filter system

It is a mineral sunscreen, filtering with Titanium Dioxide. Between them those filters cover UVB and UVA II. They stop short of UVA I (340–400 nm), the deepest ageing wavelengths, so this is not a broad-spectrum filter system by the strictest reading. Every filter in the formula is photostable, so its protection does not fall away over the first hour in the sun — reapplication is still about sweat, water and rubbing rather than degradation.

What the formula does

Hydration: Very high. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol and Sodium Hyaluronate.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Sodium Benzoate, Algae Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract and Yeast Extract.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on cell renewal. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is paraben-free, sulfate-free and no animal-derived ingredients. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance, essential oils and drying alcohol, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes before moisturiser. Tap along the orbital bone with your ring finger; product migrates upward on its own. It carries UV filters, so it belongs in your morning routine.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • Every UV filter in it is photostable
  • Strong humectant content for hydration

Things to know

  • Filter system does not reach UVA I
  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • Contains drying alcohol high in the list
  • Contains a solid synthetic polymer (microplastic)
  • 9 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Several ingredients carry irritation flags

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive skin

Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 40 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 24 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 9 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 3 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Oil Control 2 ingredients

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

  • Anti-Acne 1 ingredient

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Dark Spot Fading 1 ingredient

    Fades hyperpigmentation and evens out dark spots over time

  • Smooths Bumpy Skin 1 ingredient

    Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

Does not target

Blackhead Reducing Pore Minimizer

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

UV filters

Mineral filter system · does not reach UVA I

Titanium Dioxide

titanium dioxide
Protects from
UVB (290–320 nm), UVA II (320–340 nm)
Photostable
Yes — photostable
Generation
Mineral (inorganic) filter
Approved in
Approved worldwide
Maximum permitted level
Up to 25% (EU, US, KR)

Strong UVB and short-UVA protection, but it stops before UVA I — a mineral formula leaning on titanium dioxide alone needs zinc oxide beside it for deep UVA.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Dimethicone

Hydration

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Algae Extract is an extract of various species of Algae; Extract of the Seaweed, Fucus vesiculosus, Furaceae

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Hexanedioic acid, 3-(2,3-dihydroxypropyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl diester, esters from reaction with a mixture of octanoic, decanoic, isooctadecanoic, octadecanoic and 12-hydroxyoctadecanoic acids

Hydration

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sodium gluconate

Hydration

21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Copper di-D-gluconate

Hydration

23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Magnesium digluconate

Hydration

24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)zinc

Hydration

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration Very high

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support Low

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Low

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling Low

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Photostability Very high

Every filter in this formula is photostable

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Supporting ingredients (125)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Water Dimethicone Algae Extract Polysilicone-11 Isododecane Glycerin Bis-diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 Butylene Glycol Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Caprylic/capric Triglyceride Glyceryl Polymethacrylate Saccharomyces/rice Ferment Filtrate Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic Triglyceride Propanediol Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil Medicago Sativa Seed Powder Helianthus Annuus Seedcake Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil Sodium Gluconate Copper Gluconate Calcium Gluconate Magnesium Gluconate Zinc Gluconate Tocopheryl Succinate Niacin Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder Lactococcus Ferment Lysate Laminaria Saccharina Extract Yeast Extract Glycine Soja Seed Extract Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract Hydrolyzed Rice Extract Pisum Sativum Extract Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/stem Extract Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract Centaurium Erythraea Extract Laminaria Digitata Extract Crithmum Maritimum Extract Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate Hordeum Vulgare Extract Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Jania Rubens Extract Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Jojoba Esters Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14 Tocopherol Coffea Arabica Seed Extract Peat Extract Prunus Persica Flower Extract Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract Gold Tourmaline Brassica Campestris Sterols Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract Sodium PCA Caffeine Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Squalane Tocopheryl Acetate Tetraacetylphytosphingosine Sucrose Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cholesterol Trehalose Bis-peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane Peg-8 Coco-caprylate/caprate Urea Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Isohexadecane Glycyrrhetinic Acid Caprylyl Glycol Ethylhexylglycerin Polysorbate 20 Laureth-12 Polysorbate 80 Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp Copolymer Acrylamide/sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer Hydrogenated Lecithin Sorbitan Oleate Potassium Chloride Lecithin Sodium Chloride Trimethylsiloxysilicate Polyquaternium-51 Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer Silica Hdi/trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer Polymethylsilsesquioxane Barium Sulfate Disodium Phosphate Potassium Phosphate Sodium Carbonate Glucosamine HCL Hexylene Glycol Triacetin Dimethyl Isosorbide Alcohol Denat. Parfum Limonene Linalool Citronellol Hydroxycitronellal Geraniol Lavandula Stoechas Flower/stem Extract Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil Terpineol Pinene Linalyl Acetate BHT Disodium Edta Phenoxyethanol Potassium Sorbate Chlorphenesin Sodium Benzoate Sorbic Acid Mica Bismuth Subnitrate Iron Powder

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Paraben-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal

  • Essential oils

    Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal

  • Drying alcohol

    Alcohol Denat.

  • Silicones

    Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

  • Microplastics

    Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane

  • Added colour

    Mica

  • Facial oils

    Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Eye
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Eye" step.

  • Tap along the orbital bone with your ring finger; product migrates upward on its own.
  • It carries UV filters, so it belongs in your morning routine.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
9 ingredients could feed malassezia: Saccharomyces/rice Ferment Filtrate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sorbitan Oleate. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Recorded ingredient risks
Alcohol, Allergen, Microplastic, Silicone, Sulfate, Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 130 ingredients on the label.

24
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

24
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

21
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

15
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

13
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

13
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

11
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

8
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

7
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

5
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

4
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

4
Peptide

Amino-acid chains that signal for repair or firmness

4
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

3
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

2
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

2
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

1
UV filter

Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

1 Water Solvent
Estimated level
30–80%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
2 Dimethicone Emollient
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Occlusive

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Dimethicone

Hydration Silicone
7 scientific references
  • FDA Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2014, pages 65S-115S
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, May 2014, pages 36-44
  • Dermatologic Therapy, May 2012, pages 229-233
  • Clinics in Dermatology, May-June 2012, pages 345-348
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, January 2008, pages 19-33
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2000, pages 77-80
3 Algae Extract Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Plant extract

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Algae Extract is an extract of various species of Algae; Extract of the Seaweed, Fucus vesiculosus, Furaceae

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
4 Polysilicone-11 Occlusive
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Cyclosiloxanes, dimethyl, polymers with dimethyl, methyl hydrogen siloxanes and vinyl-group terminated dimethylsiloxanes

5 Isododecane Emollient
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

2,2,4,6,6-Pentamethylheptane; Hydrocarbons, C4, 1,3-butadiene-free, polymd., triisobutylene fraction, hydrogenated

6 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Hexanedioic acid, 3-(2,3-dihydroxypropyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl diester, esters from reaction with a mixture of octanoic, decanoic, isooctadecanoic, octadecanoic and 12-hydroxyoctadecanoic acids

Hydration
8 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Siloxanes and Silicones, dodecyl methyl, 2-trimethylsilylpoly(oxydimethylsilyl)ethyl methyl, dimethyl

Silicone
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
  • Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, homopolymer, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol

Synthetic polymer
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Oryza sativa by the microorganism, Saccharomyces

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Occlusive

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Octadecanoic acid, mixed triesters with octanoic acid, decanoic acid, tetradecanoic acid and 1,2,3-propanetriol

14 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is the oil obtained from the seed of the Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Medicago Sativa Seed Powder is the powder derived from crushed seeds of the Alfa-alfa (Alfalfa), Medicago sativa L., Leguminosae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seedcake is the residue from the expression of oil from the seedcake of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal is the residue from the expression of oil from the dried ripe seeds of the Sweet Almond Tree, Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis, Rosaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the fresh leaves of the Eucaluptus, Eucalyptus globulus and other species of Eucalyptus, Myrtaceae. Syn. Yuukari Yu (Japanese)

Allergen
20 Sodium Gluconate Chelator
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sodium gluconate

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May/June 2019, pages 5S-38S
  • Journals of Materials Research, February 2006, pages 343-348
  • https://wwwepagov/sites/production/files/2019-08/documents/support_document_for_proposed_designation_of_d-gluconic_acid_sodium_saltpdf
21 Copper Gluconate Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Copper di-D-gluconate

Hydration
22 Calcium Gluconate Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Calcium gluconate

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Magnesium digluconate

Hydration
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)zinc

Hydration
25 Tocopheryl Succinate Antioxidant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

.alpha.-Tocopheryl hydrogen succinate

Anti-Acne
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid

Anti-Aging Hydration
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

27th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seeds of the Sesame, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

28th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate is a lysate of the fermentation product of Lactococcus

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

29th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Laminaria Saccharina Extract is an extract of the thallus of the Alga, Laminaria saccharina, Laminariaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Antioxidants, November 2019, pages 1-17
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2019, pages 1074
  • Cosmetics, November 2018, pages 1-41
  • International Journal of Food Science & Technology, January 2015, pages 24-31
30 Yeast Extract Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

30th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Faex (EU),Yeast Extract (1),Yeast Extract (2),Yeast Extract (3),Yeast Extract (4),Yeast Extract (5)

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

31st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Glycine Soja Seed is an extract of the Soybean, Glycine soja, Leguminosae

Anti-Aging Hydration Evens Skin Tone
1 scientific reference
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Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

32nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of the Sweet Almond Tree, Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis, Rosaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active

33rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und Verwandte Gebiete, December 2017, pages 987-993
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, July 2014, pages 277-287
  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, October 2012, pages 20-23
  • DermatoEndocrinology, July-December 2012, pages 253-258
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, September 2011, pages 990-1000
34 Hydrolyzed Rice Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

34th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Rice extract hydrolyzed

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

35th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Pisum Sativum Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Pea, Pisum sativum L., Leguminosae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

36th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract is an extract of the leaves and stems of the Bamboo, Bambusa vulgaris, Poaceaea

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Plant extract

37th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Date Palm, Phoenix dactylifera L., Palmaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

38th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Erythraea Centaurium Extract is an extract of the herb of the Small Centaury, Erythraea centaurium, Gentianaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

39th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Laminaria Digitata Extract is an extract of the Alga, Laminaria digitata, Laminariaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, February 2022, pages 1–16
  • Foods, July 2021, pages 1–27
  • Marine Drugs, March 2021, pages 1–28 ; and December 2019, pages 1–19
  • Cosmetics, August 2020, pages 1–21
  • Phytochemical Analysis, November 2017, pages 487–495
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

40th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Crithmum Maritimum Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Rock Fennel, Crithmum maritimum L., Apiaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

41st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate is a filtrate of a culture of the callus cells of the Rock Fennel, Crithmum maritimum L., Apiaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Plant extract

42nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hordeum Vulgare Extract is an extract of the cereal grass of the Barley, Hordeum vulgare L., Graminae

Hydration
8 scientific references
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  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

43rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Protein hydrolyzates, wheat germ. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of wheat germ composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin

Hydration
44 Jania Rubens Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

44th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Jania Rubens Extract is an extract of the Seaweed, Jania rubens

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Peptide

45th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Glycine, N-(1-oxohexadecyl)-L-valylglycyl-L-valyl-L-alanyl-L-prolyl-

Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Frontiers in Chemistry, October 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2018, pages 90S-102S
  • Cosmetics, Volume 4, Issue 16, May 2017, pages 1–17
  • Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, February 2017, pages 73–80
  • Biomolecules and Therapeutics, July 2014, pages 321–327
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, June 2005, pages 155–160
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract, Preservative

46th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis L., Lamiaceae

47 Jojoba Esters Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Soothing

47th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Jojoba Esters is a complex mixture of esters produced by the transesterification/interesterification of Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil (q.v.), Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil (q.v.), or a mixture of the two

Hydration
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Peptide

48th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Alanine, hexapeptide with leucine, lysine and phenylalanine, hexadecanoyl derivatives

49 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

49th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

50th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Coffea Arabica Seed Extract is an extract of the beans of the Coffee plant, Coffea arabica L., Rubiaceae

Anti-Aging
1 scientific reference
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51 Peat Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

51st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Peat, extract

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

52nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Prunus Persica Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the Peach, Prunus persica, Rosaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active, Peptide

53rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Acetyl hexapeptide-8 is the synthetic peptide consisting of arginine, methionine, and acetylated glutamic acid residues

Anti-Aging Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Cosmetics, November 2020, Issue 7, Volume 4, page 91
  • La Clinica Terapeutica, November 2020, pages e539-e548
  • https://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/AcetylHexapeptide-8pdf
  • Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, March 2015, pages 46-52
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, February 2015, pages 27-35
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September-October 2007, issue 5, pages 343-349
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Plant extract

54th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract is an extract of the peel of the Lime, Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

55th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant, Limnanthes alba, Limnanthaceae.

Hydration Anti-Aging
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

56th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract is an extract of the germ of the wheat, Triticum vulgare, Gramineae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

57th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

CI 77480

58 Tourmaline Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

58th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Complex aluminum and boron cyclosilicate, containing iron, magnesium, manganese, calcium, sodium, potassium, lithium and fluorine

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

59th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Brassica Campestris Sterols is a mixture of sterols obtained from the Cabbage, Brassica campestris L., Brassicaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Antioxidant

60th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ascorbic acid, monoester with phosphoric acid, magnesium salt (2:3)

Anti-Aging Hydration
7 scientific references
  • International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, January 2021, pages 333-341
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, July 2017, pages 14-17; and July 2010, pages 20-31
  • Annals of Dermatology, February 2016, pages 129-132; and August 2015, pages 376-382
  • International Journal of Dermatology, January 2014, pages 93-99
  • Indian Dermatology Online Journal, April-June 2013, pages 143-146
  • Skin Research and Technology, August 2008, pages 376-380
  • International Journal of Toxicology, Supplement 24, 2005, pages 51-111
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

61st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Holy Herb, Sigesbeckia orientalis L., Asteraceae

62 Sodium PCA Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

62nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium 5-oxo-2-pyrrolidinecarboxylate

Hydration Soothing
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2019, ePublication
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, April 2018, pages 138-144
  • IFSCC Conference 2005 Research Paper
  • Bio-Medical Materials and Engineering, 1995, pages 9-20
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

63rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-

Anti-Aging
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

64th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hydrolyzed Whey Protein is the hydrolysate of Whey Protein derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

65 Squalane Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

65th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6,10,15,19,23-Hexamethyltetracosane

Hydration Anti-Aging
9 scientific references
  • Cosmetics Ingredient Review, 2019, ePublication
  • ACS Open, July 2017, pages 3, 989–3, 996
  • Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2016, pages 279-297
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, June 2014, pages 25-32
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, January-February 2013, pages 59-66
  • Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, 2012, pages 223-233
  • Molecules, January 2009, pages 540-554
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2006, pages 2, 430-2, 437
  • Free Radical Research, April 2002, pages 471-477
66 Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

66th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate

Anti-Aging Soothing
8 scientific references
  • 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
  • How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
  • Acne & Aging Skin
  • How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
  • What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
  • The Truth About Firming Creams
  • Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
  • Anti-Aging Superstars
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

67th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Tetraacetylphytosphingosine is the tetraester of acetic acid and Phytosphingosine (q.v.)

68 Sucrose Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Soothing

68th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sucrose

Hydration
8 scientific references
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  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
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  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

69th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Trans-1-(1-Oxohexadecyl)-4-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-L-proline

Hydration Anti-Aging
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

70th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Oils, vegetable, hydrogenated

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed January 2022, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2017, pages 51S-129S
71 Cholesterol Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

71st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Cholest-5-en-3-ol (beta)-

Hydration Anti-Aging
4 scientific references
  • Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, August 2015, pages 1-6
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, July 2007, pages 239-242
  • Journal of Structural Biology, June 2007, pages 386-400
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2006, pages 1-89
72 Trehalose Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

72nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

alpha-D-Glucopyranoside, alpha-D-glucopyranosyl

Hydration
7 scientific references
  • Cosmetics, October 2019, pages 1-10
  • Cell Death & Disease, July 2019, pages 1-16
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2019, pages 5S-38S
  • Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology, February 2018, pages 2, 965-2, 976
  • Journal of Applied Polymer Science, May 2017, pages 1-6
  • Biomedical Reports, September 2014, pages 755-759
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, June 2011, pages 2, 020-2, 053
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Surfactant, Solvent

73rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane is a dimethyl silane ethoxylated methyl diether containing an average of 36 moles of ethylene oxide

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • https://cosmeticsspecialchemcom/inci-ingredients/bis-peg-18-methyl-ether-dimethyl-silane
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September-October 2013, pages 56S-64S
  • https://wwwcosmeticsandtoiletriescom/formulating/function/feelenhancer/112899654html
74 Peg-8 Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Solvent

74th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

.Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, (8 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

75th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Alcohols, coco, mixed esters with octanoic and decanoic acids

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Active, Peptide

76th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Anti-Aging
77 Urea Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, pH adjuster

77th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Urea

Hydration Smooths Bumpy Skin Evens Skin Tone
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Texture agent

78th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Propene, 2-methyl-, homopolymer

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • https://thedermreviewcom/hydrogenated-polyisobutene/
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 59S-90S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2010, pages 81-82
79 Isohexadecane Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

79th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Isohexadecane is a branched chain aliphatic hydrocarbon with 16 carbons.

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

80th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, (3.beta., 20.beta.)-

Soothing Anti-Aging Dark Spot Fading
81 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

81st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Octane-1,2-diol

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

82nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
83 Polysorbate 20 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

83rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan, monododecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.

84 Laureth-12 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

84th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,6,9,12,15,18,21,24,27,30,33,36-Dodecaoxaoctatetracontan-1-ol

85 Polysorbate 80 Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

85th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs., (Z)-

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

86th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, dodecanoates (1:1) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

87th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate and vinylpyrrolidone monomers

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

88th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Methyl-2-[(1-oxo-2-propenyl)amino]-1-propanesulfonic acid monosodium salt polymer with 2-propenamide

Synthetic polymer
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

89th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Nanocosmetics, June 2019, pages 95–140
  • Current Drug Delivery, 2016, pages 111–120
  • Pharmaceutical Research, February 2013, pages 538–55
90 Sorbitan Oleate Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

90th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan oleate

91 Potassium Chloride Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

91st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium chloride

92 Lecithin Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

92nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • Cosmetics, November 2020, pages 1-19
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Molecules, March 2020, pages 1-9
  • Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society, March 2014, pages 1, 093-1, 101
  • Scientia Pharmaceutica, July 2013, pages 1, 151-1, 166
93 Sodium Chloride Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

93rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium chloride

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

94th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Silica, reaction products with trimethylsilane

Hydration Microplastic
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
95 Polyquaternium-51 Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

95th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-(N,N,N-Trimethylamino)ethyl 2-(2-methyl-2-propenoyloxy)ethyl phosphate inner salt, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

96th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Silicone Microplastic
97 Silica Exfoliant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

97th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Silicon dioxide

Oil Control
6 scientific references
  • Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, July 2021, page 10, 2437
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2019, pages 1-34
  • Nanomedicine, August 2019, pages 2, 243-2, 267
  • Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 2016, pages 1, 201-1, 205
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, January 2015, pages 116-125
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, April 2015, pages 36-45
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

98th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Ethyl-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol, polymer with tetrahydro-6-methyl-2H-pyran-2-one, reaction products with 1,6-diisocyanatohexane

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

99th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Polymer formed by hydrolysis and condensation of methyltrimethoxysilane

Microplastic
100 Barium Sulfate Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

100th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Barium sulphate

Sulfate
101 Disodium Phosphate pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

101st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium hydrogenorthophosphate

102 Potassium Phosphate pH adjuster
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
pH adjuster

102nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium dihydrogenorthophosphate

103 Sodium Carbonate Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, pH adjuster

103rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium carbonate

Oil Control
8 scientific references
  • Oil-Absorbing Ingredients
  • Help for Oily Skin
  • Salicylic Acid for Skin
  • How BHA Exfoliants Work
  • Which BHA Exfoliant is Right for Me?
  • Niacinamide Benefits: What Does Niacinamide Do for Skin?
  • The Best Toners for Oily Skin
  • The Best Moisturizers for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

104th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Glucosamine hydrochloride

Hydration
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
105 Hexylene Glycol Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Solvent

105th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Methylpentane-2,4-diol

106 Triacetin Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Solvent, Preservative

106th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Triacetin

107 Dimethyl Isosorbide Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

107th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-methyl-D-glucitol

108 Alcohol Denat. Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent, Preservative

108th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Alcohol Denat. is ethyl alcohol that is denatured with one or more denaturing agents in accordance with the national legislation of each European Community (EU) country.

Alcohol
109 Parfum Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

109th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Parfum is a term for ingredient labelling used to identify that a product contains a material or a combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular odour. According to Article 19 of the Cosmetics Regulation, 'Perfume and aromatic compositions and their raw materials shall be referred to by the terms ‘parfum’ or ‘aroma’. '

110 Limonene Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Fragrance / colour

110th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene

Allergen
111 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

111th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol

Allergen
112 Citronellol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

112th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol

Allergen
113 Hydroxycitronellal Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

113th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

7-Hydroxycitronellal

Allergen
114 Geraniol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

114th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Plant extract

115th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lavandula Stoechas Flower/Stem Extract is the extract of the flowers and stems of the Roman Lavender, Lavandula Stoechas L., Lamiaceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

116th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Bourbon Geranium, Pelargonium graveolens (L.), Geraniaceae

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

117th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Terpineol; p-Menthenol (mixed isomers)

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

118th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Bicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene, 2,6,6-trimethyl-

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

119th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-yl acetate

Allergen
120 BHT Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

120th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol

121 Disodium Edta Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Chelator

121st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

122 Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

122nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

123 Potassium Sorbate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

123rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

124 Chlorphenesin Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

124th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(4-chlorophenoxy)-

125 Sodium Benzoate Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

125th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sodium benzoate

126 Sorbic Acid Preservative
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Preservative

126th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hexa-2,4-dienoic acid

127 Mica Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Fragrance / colour

127th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Mica is a series of silicate minerals of varying chemical composition but with similar physical properties. Mica may have well-defined cleavage and split into very thin sheets.

128 Bismuth Subnitrate Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

128th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Bismuth nitrate, basic

129 Iron Powder Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

129th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Iron Powder is the element consisting of powdered metallic iron

130 Titanium Dioxide UV filter
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Texture agent

130th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Titanium dioxide (CI 77891)

Anti-Aging
10 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, February 2021, pages 532-537
  • Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, June 2020
  • Journal of Nanoparticle Research, March 2020
  • Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, November 2019, pages 34-46
  • Photodermatology, Photoimmunology and Photomedicine, November 2019, pages 442-446
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September 2019, pages 223-234
  • Materials, July 2019, pages 1-24
  • Photodermatology, Photoimmunology, and Photomedicine, April 2011, pages 58-67
  • Skin Therapy Letter, July-August 2008, pages 5-7
  • Environmental and Health Perspectives, July 2008, pages 893

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

WATER, DIMETHICONE, ALGAE EXTRACT, POLYSILICONE-11, ISODODECANE, GLYCERIN, BIS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-2, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE, SACCHAROMYCES/RICE FERMENT FILTRATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC/MYRISTIC/STEARIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PROPANEDIOL, SESAMUM INDICUM SEED OIL, MEDICAGO SATIVA SEED POWDER, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEEDCAKE, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS SEED MEAL, EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS LEAF OIL, SODIUM GLUCONATE, COPPER GLUCONATE, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, MAGNESIUM GLUCONATE, ZINC GLUCONATE, TOCOPHERYL SUCCINATE, NIACIN, SESAMUM INDICUM SEED POWDER, LACTOCOCCUS FERMENT LYSATE, LAMINARIA SACCHARINA EXTRACT, YEAST EXTRACT, GLYCINE SOJA SEED EXTRACT, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS SEED EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED RICE EXTRACT, PISUM SATIVUM EXTRACT, BAMBUSA VULGARIS LEAF/STEM EXTRACT, PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, CENTAURIUM ERYTHRAEA EXTRACT, LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT, CRITHMUM MARITIMUM EXTRACT, CRITHMUM MARITIMUM CALLUS CULTURE FILTRATE, HORDEUM VULGARE EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN, JANIA RUBENS EXTRACT, PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-12, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT, JOJOBA ESTERS, PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-14, TOCOPHEROL, COFFEA ARABICA SEED EXTRACT, PEAT EXTRACT, PRUNUS PERSICA FLOWER EXTRACT, ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8, CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA PEEL EXTRACT, LIMNANTHES ALBA SEED OIL, TRITICUM VULGARE GERM EXTRACT, GOLD, TOURMALINE, BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS STEROLS, MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, SIGESBECKIA ORIENTALIS EXTRACT, SODIUM PCA, CAFFEINE, HYDROLYZED WHEY PROTEIN, SQUALANE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TETRAACETYLPHYTOSPHINGOSINE, SUCROSE, DIPALMITOYL HYDROXYPROLINE, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL, CHOLESTEROL, TREHALOSE, BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE, PEG-8, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE, UREA, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, ISOHEXADECANE, GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, POLYSORBATE 20, LAURETH-12, POLYSORBATE 80, POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, ACRYLAMIDE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE COPOLYMER, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, SORBITAN OLEATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, LECITHIN, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, POLYQUATERNIUM-51, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, HDI/TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, BARIUM SULFATE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM CARBONATE, GLUCOSAMINE HCL, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, TRIACETIN, DIMETHYL ISOSORBIDE, ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, GERANIOL, LAVANDULA STOECHAS FLOWER/STEM EXTRACT, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL, TERPINEOL, PINENE, LINALYL ACETATE, BHT, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, CHLORPHENESIN, SODIUM BENZOATE, SORBIC ACID, MICA, BISMUTH SUBNITRATE, IRON POWDER, TITANIUM DIOXIDE.

What are the active ingredients in Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

SODIUM HYALURONATE, ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8, MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE.

How do I use Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

Twice daily, pump onto applicator and in upward motions, gently massage expression areas, such as forehead, crow’s feet, glabellar, cheek and nasolabial folds for advanced smoothing and increased microcirculation. For best results, repeat 3 times in each targeted area.

What skin types is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule good for sensitive skin?

Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule fungal acne safe?

9 ingredients could feed malassezia: Saccharomyces/rice Ferment Filtrate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sorbitan Oleate. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule fragrance free?

No — it contains Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal.

Does Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule contain alcohol?

Yes — it contains Alcohol Denat..

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule silicone free?

No — it contains Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer.

Does Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal.

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

Use it morning and evening, before moisturiser.

How many ingredients does Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule have?

It lists 130 ingredients, of which 5 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

LA MER.

What UV filters are in Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

It filters UV with Titanium Dioxide (titanium dioxide).

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule broad spectrum?

Not in the strictest sense. Its filters stop short of UVA I (340–400 nm), the deepest ageing wavelengths.

Does Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule leave a white cast?

Possibly. It filters with mineral UV filters, which sit on the surface and can leave a visible cast on deeper skin tones, especially at high SPF.

Is Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule reef safe?

It contains none of the filters named in the Hawaii and Key West reef legislation (oxybenzone and octinoxate). "Reef safe" is not a regulated term, so treat that as a fact about the filter list rather than a certification.

Can I wear Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule under makeup?

Yes. Let it set for a couple of minutes before foundation so it does not pill, and reapply over makeup with a stick or powder rather than rubbing more in.

How often should I reapply Genaissance de La Mer™ Eye & Expression Ampoule?

Every two hours of sun exposure, and immediately after swimming, sweating heavily or towelling off.

Brand
LA MER

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