LA MER The Lifting Firming Serum

LA MER

The Lifting Firming Serum

face neck serum

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
67%
Combination (dry)
67%
Balanced
97%
Combination (oily)
73%
Oily
73%

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Ingredients
6
Benefits
3
Actives
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La Mer's multi-dimensional treatment firms and uplifts skin to recalibrate the look of contours, proven to help sculpt the look of upper and lower areas of the face to restore youthful balance. Powered by the visible youth-regenerating Miracle Broth™ and a new Restructuring Ferment, the Lifting Firming Serum supports collagen and heightens visible definition.

Key Insights

Benefits

6
Anti-Acne
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Soothing

Active Ingredients

3
Hyaluronic acid Neuropeptides Vitamin C

Risks

5
Alcohol
Allergen
Silicone
Sulfate
Synthetic polymer

Full Ingredients

90 total
WATER DIMETHICONE ALGAE EXTRACT METHYL TRIMETHICONE TRISILOXANE BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE BUTYLENE GLYCOL CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE PEG-10 DIMETHICONE GLYCERIN SACCHAROMYCES/RICE FERMENT FILTRATE ISODODECANE MARIS SAL ISOPROPYL ISOSTEARATE 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 HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE PORPHYRIDIUM CRUENTUM EXTRACT ISOHEXADECANE ASPERGILLUS FERMENT YEAST SODIUM HYALURONATE Hyaluronic acid SIGESBECKIA ORIENTALIS EXTRACT CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA PEEL EXTRACT CAFFEINE SQUALANE CITRULLUS LANATUS FRUIT EXTRACT THERMUS THERMOPHILLUS FERMENT LENS ESCULENTA FRUIT EXTRACT PYRUS MALUS FRUIT EXTRACT PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT PULLULAN HORDEUM DISTICHON SEED FLOUR BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS STEROLS TRITICUM VULGARE GERM EXTRACT SODIUM LACTATE LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT CAPRYLYL GLYCOL DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE Neuropeptides SODIUM PCA LAMINARIA SACCHARINA EXTRACT GOLD ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8 Neuropeptides PRUNUS PERSICA FLOWER EXTRACT PEAT EXTRACT PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-14 PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-12 PEG-8 HEXYLENE GLYCOL DIMETHYL ISOSORBIDE PROPYLENE CARBONATE ALCOHOL DENAT. BARIUM SULFATE SILICA POLYETHYLENE DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE POLYSILICONE-11 GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE PARFUM LIMONENE LINALOOL HYDROXYCITRONELLAL GERANIOL CITRONELLOL BENZYL SALICYLATE TOCOPHEROL BHT MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE Vitamin C TOCOPHERYL ACETATE DISODIUM EDTA PHENOXYETHANOL POTASSIUM SORBATE SODIUM BENZOATE MICA HC YELLOW NO. 5 PIGMENT RED 4 ACID RED 33

About The Lifting Firming Serum

Overview

The Lifting Firming Serum is a cushioning serum from LA MER. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 90 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 Butylene Glycol, Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate, 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 Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate and Sodium PCA.

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

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 barrier support, oil control 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 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

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • Contains drying alcohol high in the list
  • 4 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 28 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 18 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 8 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 2 ingredients

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Anti-Acne 1 ingredient

    Targets breakouts by reducing bacteria and unclogging pores

  • Oil Control 1 ingredient

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

Does not target

Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading 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 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

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

1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)trisiloxane

Hydration

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

Trisiloxane, Octamethyl-

Hydration

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

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

Hydration

7th 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

8th 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

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

SilIcones and siloxanes, dimethyl, hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated (10 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration

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

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

Hydration Anti-Aging

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

Isopropyl isodecanoate

Hydration

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

Sodium gluconate

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 None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support Low

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

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

Active and supporting ingredients

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

Supporting ingredients (86)

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

Water Dimethicone Algae Extract Methyl Trimethicone Trisiloxane Bis-peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane Butylene Glycol Caprylic/capric Triglyceride Peg-10 Dimethicone Glycerin Saccharomyces/rice Ferment Filtrate Isododecane Maris SAL Isopropyl Isostearate 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 Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Porphyridium Cruentum Extract Isohexadecane Aspergillus Ferment Yeast Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract Caffeine Squalane Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract Thermus Thermophillus Ferment Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract Pullulan Hordeum Distichon Seed Flour Brassica Campestris Sterols Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract Sodium Lactate Laminaria Digitata Extract Caprylyl Glycol Sodium PCA Laminaria Saccharina Extract Gold Ethylhexylglycerin Prunus Persica Flower Extract Peat Extract Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14 Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 Peg-8 Hexylene Glycol Dimethyl Isosorbide Propylene Carbonate Alcohol Denat. Barium Sulfate Silica Polyethylene Disteardimonium Hectorite Polysilicone-11 Glyceryl Polymethacrylate Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Parfum Limonene Linalool Hydroxycitronellal Geraniol Citronellol Benzyl Salicylate Tocopherol BHT Tocopheryl Acetate Disodium Edta Phenoxyethanol Potassium Sorbate Sodium Benzoate Mica HC Yellow NO. 5 Pigment Red 4 Acid Red 33

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
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol

  • Essential oils

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

  • Drying alcohol

    Alcohol Denat.

  • Silicones

    Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Trisiloxane, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11

  • Added colour

    Mica, Pigment Red 4

  • Facial oils

    Sesamum Indicum 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. 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)
4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Saccharomyces/rice Ferment Filtrate, Isopropyl Isostearate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus 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, Sulfate, Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 90 ingredients on the label.

18
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

14
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

13
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

12
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

11
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

10
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

9
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

6
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

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
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

4
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

2
Chelator

Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula

1
pH adjuster

Sets the acidity the formula needs to work

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

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

1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)trisiloxane

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
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

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

Trisiloxane, Octamethyl-

Hydration
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Emollient, Surfactant, Solvent

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

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

7th 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

8th 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
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

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

SilIcones and siloxanes, dimethyl, hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated (10 mol EO average molar ratio)

Hydration Silicone
10 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% 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
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

11th 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

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

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

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

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.

Naturally occurring substances, inorganic salts derived from sea water

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

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

Isopropyl isodecanoate

Hydration
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
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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
Roles
Emollient, Texture agent

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

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
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.

Porphyridium Cruentum Extract is an extract of the Alga, Porphyridium cruentum, Porphyridaceae

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

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

Isohexadecane is a branched chain aliphatic hydrocarbon with 16 carbons.

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

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

Aspergillus Ferment is the product obtained by the fermentation of Aspergillus

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

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

Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Anti-Aging Hydration Soothing
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
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.

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

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

35th 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

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

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

Anti-Aging
37 Squalane Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

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

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
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.

Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Watermelon, Citrullus lanatus, Cucurbitaceae

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

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

Thermus Thermophillus Ferment is the product of the fermentation of Thermus Thermophillus

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.

Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Lentil, Lens esculenta, Fabaceae

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

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

Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Apple, Pyrus malus L., Rosaceae

Anti-Aging Hydration
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.

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

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

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

Pullulan is a polysaccharide produced from starch by cultivating the yeast, Aureobasidium pullulans

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

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

Hordeum Distichon Seed Flour is the ground seed of the Barley, Hordeum distichon L., Poaceae

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

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

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

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

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

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

47 Sodium Lactate Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Exfoliant, pH adjuster

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

Sodium lactate

Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Nutrition Reviews Advance Article, July 2020, pages 1-16
  • Code of Federal Regulations, April 2020, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, March 2014, pages 321-326
  • Materials Sciences and Applications, January 2012, pages 18-23
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, February 2007, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 1998, pages 1-241
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

48th 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
49 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

49th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Octane-1,2-diol

51 Sodium PCA Humectant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

51st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

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

52nd 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
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

53rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

CI 77480

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

54th 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
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active, Peptide

55th 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
Humectant, Plant extract

56th 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

57 Peat Extract Plant extract
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

57th 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
Peptide

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

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

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

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

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
60 Peg-8 Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Solvent

60th 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
61 Hexylene Glycol Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Solvent

61st 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

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

62nd 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

63 Propylene Carbonate Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

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

Propylene carbonate

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

64th 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
65 Barium Sulfate Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

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

Barium sulphate

Sulfate
66 Silica Exfoliant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

66th 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
67 Polyethylene Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Exfoliant, Texture agent

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

Homopolymer of ethylene monomers

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

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

1-Octadecanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecyl-, chloride, reaction products with hectorite

69 Polysilicone-11 Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

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

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

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

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

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

Synthetic polymer
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, 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.

Cellulose, 2-hydroxypropyl methyl ether

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

72nd 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’. '

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

73rd 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
74 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

74th 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
75 Hydroxycitronellal Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

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

7-Hydroxycitronellal

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

76th 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
77 Citronellol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

77th 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
78 Benzyl Salicylate UV filter
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
UV filter, Fragrance / colour

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

Benzyl salicylate

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

79th 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
80 BHT Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

80th 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

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

81st 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
82 Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

82nd 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
83 Disodium Edta Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Chelator

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

Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

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

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

2-Phenoxyethanol

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

85th 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

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

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

Sodium benzoate

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

87th 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.

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

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

2-(2-amino-4-nitroanilino)ethanol

89 Pigment Red 4 Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

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

Pigment Red 4 is classed chemically as a monoazo colour. It conforms to the formula:

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

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

Disodium 5-amino-4-hydroxy-3-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulphonate (CI 17200)

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in The Lifting Firming Serum?

WATER, DIMETHICONE, ALGAE EXTRACT, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, TRISILOXANE, BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, GLYCERIN, SACCHAROMYCES/RICE FERMENT FILTRATE, ISODODECANE, MARIS SAL, ISOPROPYL ISOSTEARATE, 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, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, PORPHYRIDIUM CRUENTUM EXTRACT, ISOHEXADECANE, ASPERGILLUS FERMENT, YEAST, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SIGESBECKIA ORIENTALIS EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA PEEL EXTRACT, CAFFEINE, SQUALANE, CITRULLUS LANATUS FRUIT EXTRACT, THERMUS THERMOPHILLUS FERMENT, LENS ESCULENTA FRUIT EXTRACT, PYRUS MALUS FRUIT EXTRACT, PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT, PULLULAN, HORDEUM DISTICHON SEED FLOUR, BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS STEROLS, TRITICUM VULGARE GERM EXTRACT, SODIUM LACTATE, LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE, SODIUM PCA, LAMINARIA SACCHARINA EXTRACT, GOLD, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8, PRUNUS PERSICA FLOWER EXTRACT, PEAT EXTRACT, PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-14, PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-12, PEG-8, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, DIMETHYL ISOSORBIDE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, ALCOHOL DENAT., BARIUM SULFATE, SILICA, POLYETHYLENE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, POLYSILICONE-11, GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE, HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE, PARFUM, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, TOCOPHEROL, BHT, MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, MICA, HC YELLOW NO. 5, PIGMENT RED 4, ACID RED 33.

What are the active ingredients in The Lifting Firming Serum?

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

How do I use The Lifting Firming Serum?

Pump onto fingers and apply to the forehead, cheeks, jaw, neck and décolleté. Using flat fingers, glide the product upward from the chin to the nose and then from under the cheekbone toward the temple. Repeat on the opposite side.

What skin types is The Lifting Firming Serum 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 The Lifting Firming Serum 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 Lifting Firming Serum fungal acne safe?

4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Saccharomyces/rice Ferment Filtrate, Isopropyl Isostearate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use The Lifting Firming Serum 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 Lifting Firming Serum fragrance free?

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

Does The Lifting Firming Serum contain alcohol?

Yes — it contains Alcohol Denat..

Is The Lifting Firming Serum silicone free?

No — it contains Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Trisiloxane, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11.

Does The Lifting Firming Serum contain essential oils?

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

Is The Lifting Firming Serum paraben free?

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

What can I layer with The Lifting Firming Serum?

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 Lifting Firming Serum?

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

How many ingredients does The Lifting Firming Serum have?

It lists 90 ingredients, of which 4 are recorded as actives.

Who makes The Lifting Firming Serum?

LA MER.

Brand
LA MER

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