LA MER The Concentrate

LA MER

The Concentrate

face serum

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
75%
Combination (dry)
75%
Balanced
95%
Combination (oily)
65%
Oily
65%

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Discover La Mer The Concentrate, a potent barrier serum for skin that feels stronger, more stable, and calmer. Each day, exposure to environmental stressors can cause irritation—a root cause of visible signs of premature skin ageing. With barrier-strengthening benefits and antioxidant and barrier protection, The Concentrate is your double source of strength against these daily irritants. Infused with Concentrated Miracle Broth™, a super-potent form of powerhouse elixir, the formula helps reduce the appearance of irritation and helps calm the look of skin so it can focus on natural renewal. Skin emerges feeling stronger, more stable and calmer.

Key Insights

Benefits

5
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Risks

3
Alcohol
Allergen
Silicone

About The Concentrate

Overview

The Concentrate is a cushioning serum from LA MER. The formula is built mainly around hydration and soothing. The ingredient list runs to 49 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. Silicones in the formula tend to give a smooth, blurred finish and help it grip under makeup. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane and Algae Extract, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

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, Cyclopentasiloxane, Algae Extract and Dimethicone.

Soothing: High. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Isononyl Isononanoate, Algae Extract, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract and Chlorella Vulgaris Extract.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for 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 antioxidant protection, oil control, brightening and tone and 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, microplastic-free, sulfate-free, dye-free, oil-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 after toner, before moisturiser. Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer. Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

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

  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • Several soothing ingredients

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • Contains drying alcohol high in the list
  • 2 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

May suit

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Less suitable for

  • 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 17 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 8 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 5 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Anti-Acne 1 ingredient

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

Does not target

Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

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.

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 10–40% of the formula.

Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane

Hydration

2nd 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

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

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

Hydration Anti-Aging

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

Dimethicone

Hydration

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

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of dimethicone crosslinked with a mixture of PEG-10 and PEG-15 diallyl ethers

Hydration

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

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Hydration

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

Sodium gluconate

Hydration

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

Copper di-D-gluconate

Hydration

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

Magnesium digluconate

Hydration

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

bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)zinc

Hydration

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

.alpha.-Tocopheryl hydrogen succinate

Anti-Acne

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

3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid

Anti-Aging 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 None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing High

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

What is and is not in it

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

Free from

  • Paraben-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool

  • Essential oils

    Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Eugenol

  • Drying alcohol

    Alcohol Denat.

  • Silicones

    Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane

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. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Treat" step.

  • Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer.
  • Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

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)
2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil. 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, Silicone

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 49 ingredients on the label.

9
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

8
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

7
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

7
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

6
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

3
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

3
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

3
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

3
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

3
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

2
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

2
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

1
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

Ingredient breakdown

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

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane

Hydration Silicone
4 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed May 2021, ePublication
  • Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, February 2016, pages S67-S76
  • Environmental International, November 2015, pages 55-63
  • International Journal of Toxicology, December 2011, pages 149-227
2 Algae Extract Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Plant extract

2nd 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
3 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% 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
4 Dimethicone Emollient
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Occlusive

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% 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
5 Polysilicone-11 Occlusive
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

5th 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

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

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

3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate

Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

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

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of dimethicone crosslinked with a mixture of PEG-10 and PEG-15 diallyl ethers

Hydration Silicone
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
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Solvent

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

Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • Dow (supplier info), Accessed September 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, December 2011, pages 149S-227S
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

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

Sesamum Indicum Oil Unsaponifiables is the fraction of sesame oil which is not saponified in the refining recovery of sesame oil fatty acids, Sesamum indicum L., Pedaliaceae

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.

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

11th 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

12th 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

13th 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
14 Sodium Gluconate Chelator
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Chelator

14th 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
15 Copper Gluconate Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

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

Copper di-D-gluconate

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

16th 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

17th 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

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

bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)zinc

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

19th 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

20th 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

21st 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

22 Aqua Solvent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

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

Water

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

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

Siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, crosspolymers with C3-20 alkyl groups

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

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

Helichrysum Arenarium Extract is the extract of the whole plant, the Everlasting, Helichrysum arenarium (L.), Asteraceae

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

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

Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract is an extract of the Alga, Laminaria ochroleuca, Laminariaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
5 scientific references
  • Marine Drugs, August 2021, pages 1-16
  • Journal of Applied Phycology, January 2020, pages 1, 455-1, 465
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2019, pages 1074
  • Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, September 2007, pages 1, 124-1, 125
  • Biomedical Chromotography, April 2004, pages 183-190
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.

Triticum Vulgare Flour Lipids is a mixture of lipids derived from the flour of the Wheat, Triticum vulgare, Poaceae

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

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

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

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

28th 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
Plant extract

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

Alteromonas Ferment Extract is an extract of the fermentation product of Alteromonas macleodii

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

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

Chlorella Vulgaris Extract is an extract of the Alga, Chlorella vulgaris, Oocystaceae

Soothing Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Marine Drugs, August 2021, pages 1-16
  • IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, January 2021, pages 1-9
  • Journal of Applied Phycology, June 2019, pages 3, 653-3, 663
31 Yeast Extract Occlusive
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

31st 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
32 Cholesterol Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

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

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
33 Linoleic Acid Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant

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

9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (9Z, 12Z)-

Anti-Aging Hydration
6 scientific references
  • https://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/facids042019finalreppdf
  • Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, January 2018, pages 21-28
  • https://thedermreviewcom/linoleic-acid/
  • Dermatology Research and Practice, 2012, pages 9231-9234
  • Archives of Dermatological Research, 1998, issue 7, pages 375-381
  • Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, 1998, issue 2, pages 56-58
34 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

34th 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

35th 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.)

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

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

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

37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is the essential oil obtained from the flowering tops and leaves of the Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis L., Lamiaceae

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

38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ocimum Basilicum Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of the Basil, Ocimum basilicum L., Labiatae

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

39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Lavender, Lavandula angustifolia, Labiatae. ISO 8902:2009

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

40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Lavandula Hybrida Oil is the essential oil obtained from the flowers of the Lavandin, Lavandula hybrida, Labiatae

Allergen
41 Dipropylene Glycol Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,1'-Oxydipropan-2-ol; Oxydipropan-2-ol; Hydroxypropyloxypropanol

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

42nd 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
43 Sodium Citrate Chelator
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Chelator, pH adjuster

43rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Trisodium citrate

44 Eugenol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

44th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-

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

45th 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
46 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

46th 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
47 BHT Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

47th 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

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

48th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Phenoxyethanol

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

49th 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

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in The Concentrate?

CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, ALGAE EXTRACT, GLYCERIN, DIMETHICONE, POLYSILICONE-11, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, SESAMUM INDICUM OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, 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, AQUA, DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, HELICHRYSUM ARENARIUM EXTRACT, LAMINARIA OCHROLEUCA EXTRACT, TRITICUM VULGARE FLOUR LIPIDS, CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA PEEL EXTRACT, CRITHMUM MARITIMUM EXTRACT, ALTEROMONAS FERMENT EXTRACT, CHLORELLA VULGARIS EXTRACT, YEAST EXTRACT, CHOLESTEROL, LINOLEIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, TETRAACETYLPHYTOSPHINGOSINE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF OIL, OCIMUM BASILICUM OIL, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL, LAVANDULA HYBRIDA OIL, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, ALCOHOL DENAT., SODIUM CITRATE, EUGENOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, BHT, PHENOXYETHANOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE.

How do I use The Concentrate?

Thoroughly massage onto skin at least twice daily or as needed. Follow with your La Mer moisturiser.

What skin types is The Concentrate 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 Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is The Concentrate 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 The Concentrate fungal acne safe?

2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use The Concentrate 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 The Concentrate fragrance free?

No — it contains Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool.

Does The Concentrate contain alcohol?

Yes — it contains Alcohol Denat..

Is The Concentrate silicone free?

No — it contains Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane.

Does The Concentrate contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Eugenol.

Is The Concentrate paraben free?

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

What can I layer with The Concentrate?

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 The Concentrate?

Use it morning and evening, after toner, before moisturiser.

How many ingredients does The Concentrate have?

It lists 49 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.

Who makes The Concentrate?

LA MER.

Brand
LA MER

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