Crème de la Mer

Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream

Name: Crème de la Mer - Moisturizing Cream
Brand: Crème de la Mer

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh

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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing

19 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“Decadently rich, the formula soothes skin and imparts intense moisture, leaving skin feeling soft, supple and oh-so smooth.”

Source: Cultbeauty

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: algae extract, sesamum indicum seed oil.

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

Algae extractKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: HighPlant 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~23–34%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.3–0.7%

CyanocobalaminKey activeEffect: HighCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin~0.35–0.75%

Sesamum indicum seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function~1.1–1.7%

PetrolatumHero· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighOne of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss~4.7–7%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~3.2–4.9%

Paraffinum liquidumHero· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighMineral 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~5.1–7.7%

Decyl oleateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.9%

Medicago sativa seed powderKey activeEffect: MediumMight help soften the upper layer of the skin and help thicken the product formulation. It might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.5–1.15%

Paraffin· OcclusiveEffect: LowPrevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency~0.3–0.75%

Octyldodecanol· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation~0.35–0.85%

Calcium gluconate· HumectantEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product~0.4–0.95%

Isohexadecane· EmollientEffect: LowImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent~2.8–4.2%

Magnesium gluconateEffect: LowA mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking~0.35–0.85%

Potassium gluconateEffect: LowA mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking~0.45–1%

Lanolin alcohol· EmollientEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating~1.3–1.9%

NiacinUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.75%

Copper gluconateUnder-dosedEffect: HighTypically 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~0.4–0.95%

Zinc gluconateUnder-dosedEffect: HighTypically 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~0.35–0.8%

Anti-aging

4 ingredients credited for this claim

Limited support

What the product description says

“Suitable for both day and night, the paraben and phthalate-free formula even diminishes dry lines for positively beaming, even skin.”

Source: Cultbeauty

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 extractEffect: LowPlant 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~23–34%

NiacinUnder-dosedEffect: MediumA 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~0.35–0.75%

Copper gluconateEffect: Low, below effective doseTypically 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~0.4–0.95%

Zinc gluconateEffect: Low, below effective doseTypically 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~0.35–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

13 strong irritants: Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil + 11 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 21 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Citrus aurantifolia fruit extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~1.9–2.8%est.

Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilAn essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial propertiesHigh~0.9–1.4%est.

NiacinA form of vitamin B3. It is similar in action to niacinamide, but is more likely to cause red flashes in skin as the side effectHigh~0.35–0.75%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.2–0.75%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.2–0.75%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.7%est.

HydroxycitronellalA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.65%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.6%est.

Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.5%est.

MethylchloroisothiazolinoneA preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmeticsHigh~0.00075–0.0015%est.

MethylisothiazolinoneA preservative. Is a frequent allergenHigh~0.00075–0.0015%est.

Alcohol denat.Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve productsHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Lanolin alcoholHelps oil and water mix together. Can be irritatingMedium~1.3–1.9%est.

Sesamum indicum seedCan be used as a physical exfoliatorMedium~0.85–1.25%est.

Medicago sativa seed powderMight help soften the upper layer of the skin and help thicken the product formulation. It might have some anti-oxidant effectMedium~0.5–1.15%est.

Copper gluconateTypically 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 missingMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

Zinc gluconateTypically 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 skinMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Tocopheryl succinateUsed to preserve the product formulationMedium~0.35–0.8%est.

Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.3–0.75%est.

Comedogenic

2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

2 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Algae extractPlant 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 yet3/5~23–34%est.

Decyl oleateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin2/5~0.4–0.9%est.

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Algae extract~23–34%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-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

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Paraffinum liquidum~5.1–7.7%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

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

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Petrolatum~4.7–7%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

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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Glycerin~3.2–4.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Isohexadecane~2.8–4.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent

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Citrus aurantifolia fruit extract~1.9–2.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Microcrystalline wax~1.5–2.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Lanolin alcohol~1.3–1.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating

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Sesamum indicum seed oil~1.1–1.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function

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Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.9–1.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Antibacterial

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

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Magnesium sulfate~0.9–1.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sesamum indicum seed~0.85–1.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can be used as a physical exfoliator

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Medicago sativa seed powder~0.5–1.15%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Might help soften the upper layer of the skin and help thicken the product formulation. It might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Helianthus annuus seedcake~0.85–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken the product consistency

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Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal~0.55–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps thicken the product texture

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Sodium gluconate~0.45–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps stabilize product formulations

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Potassium gluconate~0.45–1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking

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Copper gluconate~0.4–0.95%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-blemishExfoliation

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

More about Copper gluconate

Calcium gluconate~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product

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Magnesium gluconate~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

A mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking

More about Magnesium gluconate

Zinc gluconate~0.35–0.8%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-blemishEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryExfoliation

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

More about Zinc gluconate

Paraffin~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency

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Tocopheryl succinate~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to preserve the product formulation

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Niacin~0.35–0.75%

Under-dosedIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-blemishEvens skin tone

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

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Beta-carotene~0.35–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A colorant adding orange or bright yellow color

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Decyl oleate~0.4–0.9%

Key activeComedogenic 2/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 2/5

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Aluminum distearate~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Octyldodecanol~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation

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Citric acid~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

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Cyanocobalamin~0.35–0.75%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Can support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin

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Magnesium stearate~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a nice product texture

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Panthenol~0.3–0.7%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

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

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Limonene~0.2–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Geraniol~0.2–0.75%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.15–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Hydroxycitronellal~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl salicylate~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Citral~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics

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Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A preservative. Is a frequent allergen

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Alcohol denat.~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

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Parfum~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ingredient list view

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

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, "Crème de la Mer - Moisturizing Cream" works well for moisturizing the skin. 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. 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, sesamum indicum seed oil, cera microcristallina and chondrus crispus extract) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Ingredient callouts

An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 0.20% - 0.80%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.

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

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.

Price

The product retails from 78.00£ up to 9206.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 340.54CA$ in Canada, for 842.52A$ in Australia and from 101.50$ up to 275.25$ in the United States.

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