Works for
Anti-agingAdenosine, Centella asiatica leaf extract + 2 moreWorks well
“What it is: A daily serum that firms, tones, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: centella asiatica leaf extract.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Glycerin + 13 moreWorks well
“, Guerlain Exclusive Royal Jelly Extracted from bees and sourced sustainably, rich in exceptional nutrients, and a natural source of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and vitamins to nurture skin.”
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:
glycerin, sodium lactate.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinMel~3.9–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelRoyal jelly~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Royal jellyPropanediol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGlyceryl polymethacrylate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePentylene glycol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPropylene glycol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolHydrogenated polyisobutene~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneMethyl gluceth-20~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-8~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Calcium alginate~0.4–0.6%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateGellan gum~0.3–0.55%
Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerSodium polyacrylate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. It can be irritating to sensitive skin. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It could, however, itself be irritating.
More about Centella asiatica leaf extractCi 77891~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Adenosine~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineTetrasodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneButylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateMalva sylvestris extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tromethamine~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium lactate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateBenzyl salicylate~0.2–0.4%
Ci 77491~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.2–0.4%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalDisodium phosphate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateSodium phosphate~0.2–0.4%
Bht~0.2–0.35%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCitronellol~0.15–0.3%
Polysorbate 60~0.2–0.35%
Linalool~0.1–0.2%
Ci 19140~0.15–0.25%
Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12Tocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCi 14700~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Mel, Royal jelly, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Pentylene glycol, Propylene glycol, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Methyl gluceth-20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum, Peg-8, Calcium alginate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Tocopheryl acetate, Gellan gum, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Sodium polyacrylate, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Ci 77891, Adenosine, Tetrasodium edta, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Malva sylvestris extract, Tromethamine, Limonene, Sodium lactate, Benzyl salicylate, Ci 77491, Sodium metabisulfite, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Disodium phosphate, Sodium phosphate, Bht, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Polysorbate 60, Linalool, Ci 19140, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Tocopherol, Ci 14700
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| GUERLAINAbeille Royale Daily Repair SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Dr.Reju-AllReju-All Advanced PDRN Copper Peptide Serum | Paula's choicePeptide Booster | BLANC DIVARebirth Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 58% |
| Price | $210.00 | $24.75−$185.25 | $30.92−$179.08 | $36.73−$173.27 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 | Tripeptide-1 | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"GUERLAIN - Abeille Royale Daily Repair Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 0.15% - 0.25%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.40%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Humectants (sodium lactate 0.25% - 0.45% and glycerin 4.70% - 5.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 111.74£ up to 3262.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 165.70CA$ in Canada, for 253.56A$ in Australia and from 119.97$ up to 189.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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