Based on the ingredient list, "Crème de la Mer -" can work well for skin moisturization. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol, algae extract, glycerin and calcium gluconate in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum, algae extract, sesamum indicum seed oil and cera microcristallina) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: niacin, zinc gluconate and copper gluconate

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

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The product retails from 100.00$ up to 200.00$ in the United States, from 135.00CA$ up to 715.00CA$ in Canada and for 310.25A$ in Australia.

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What can the product work for?

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Moisturizing

Does not work for

Anti-aging

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Infused with cell-renewing Miracle Broth™, this ultra-rich cream immerses skin in instant and all-day moisture, helping heal dryness.

Source: La mer

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: algae extract, glycerin.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: cera microcristallina, algae extract.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol, paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum

panthenol 0.3% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

algae extract 23% - 34%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

cera microcristallina 1.7% - 2.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Signs of sensitivity such as redness and irritation are visibly soothed for a look of natural radiance and vitality.

Source: La mer

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.

algae extract 23% - 34%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

niacin 0.35% - 0.75%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

A form of vitamin B3. It is similar in action to niacinamide, but is more likely to cause red flashes in skin as the side effect

copper gluconate 0.4% - 1%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing

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zinc gluconate 0.35% - 0.85%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Anti-inflammatory, Evens skin tone, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging, Exfoliation

Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin

copper gluconate 0.4% - 1%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-blemish, Evens skin tone, Exfoliation, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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Potential irritants

citrus aurantifolia peel extract 1.1% - 1.6%

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eucalyptus globulus leaf oil 0.6% - 1.35%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Antibacterial

An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties

Comodogenic ingredients

algae extract 23% - 34%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

decyl oleate 0.4% - 0.9%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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algae extract 23% - 34%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-aging

Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet

paraffinum liquidum 5.1% - 7.7%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

petrolatum 4.7% - 7%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss

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Algae extract, Paraffinum liquidum, Petrolatum, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Lanolin alcohol, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Sesamum indicum seed powder, Medicago sativa seed powder, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal, Sodium gluconate, Copper gluconate, Calcium gluconate, Magnesium gluconate, Zinc gluconate, Magnesium sulfate, Paraffin, Tocopheryl succinate, Niacin, Water, Beta-carotene, Decyl oleate, Aluminum distearate, Octyldodecanol, Citric acid, Cyanocobalamin, Magnesium stearate, Panthenol, Zea mays oil, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Benzyl salicylate, Benzyl benzoate, Sodium benzoate, Alcohol denat., Parfum

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Key ingredients	paraffinum liquidum panthenol +10 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum petrolatum +2 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 niacinamide +7 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum petrolatum +2 more Other: dimethicone allantoin +3 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum panthenol +4 more Other: simmondsia chinensis seed oil sodium lactate +4 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum panthenol +2 more Other: ceramide np isopropyl myristate +1 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum petrolatum +2 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 niacinamide +7 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum panthenol +1 more Other: calcium pantothenate	Common: paraffinum liquidum petrolatum +2 more Other: niacinamide alpha-arbutin +6 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum panthenol +2 more Other:	Common: paraffinum liquidum panthenol +1 more Other: lanolin beeswax	Common: paraffinum liquidum petrolatum +2 more Other: retinyl palmitate ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate +8 more	Common: paraffinum liquidum petrolatum +1 more Other:
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? +16 more	butylphenyl methylpropional Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? +7 more	potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? ascorbyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +4 more	tocopheryl acetate Has skin benefit? sodium lactate Has skin benefit? +12 more	benzalkonium chloride Has skin benefit? steareth-20 Has skin benefit? +1 more	butylphenyl methylpropional Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? +7 more	geraniol Has skin benefit? coumarin Has skin benefit? +15 more	hydroxycitronellal Has skin benefit? amyl cinnamal Has skin benefit? +9 more	sodium anisate Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +2 more	glyceryl oleate Has skin benefit? lanolin alcohol Has skin benefit?	parfum Has skin benefit? cananga odorata flower oil Has skin benefit? +8 more	iodopropynyl butylcarbamate Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +5 more
All ingredients	algae extract Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +42 more	water Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +25 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +15 more	water Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? petrolatum Has skin benefit? +26 more	water Has skin benefit? niacinamide Has skin benefit? +36 more	water Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +14 more	water Has skin benefit? lanolin Has skin benefit? +11 more	water Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +39 more	water Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +17 more

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