GUERLAIN Abeille Royale Mattifying Day Cream
Works for
Anti-agingCentella asiatica leaf extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 2 moreMay help
“Guerlain Abeille Royale Mattifying Day Cream combines BlackBee Repair technology with a sebum-regulating and protective Propolis Complex* to visibly firm the skin, correct wrinkles and imperfections.”
This product contains centella asiatica leaf extract. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin + 21 moreWorks
“Guerlain, Abeille Royale A mattifying day cream designed to instantly and lastingly improve the skin's appearance by smoothing, firming, boosting radiance, and minimising the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles.”
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, hyaluronic acid.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~5.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPropanediol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSqualane~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAlcohol~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholMel~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelVinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that create a smooth product finish and can create an optical soft-focus effect on the skin. Helps to thicken the product consistency
More about Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymerSodium acrylates copolymer~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerGlyceryl stearate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateRoyal jelly~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Royal jellyPhenoxyethanol~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumC12-16 alcohols~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsAvena sativa kernel extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractLecithin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinPalmitic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidSodium stearoyl glutamate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateTocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.5%
- 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 acetateCetearyl alcohol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCetyl palmitate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateCocoglycerides~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
More about CocoglyceridesDisodium edta~0.25–0.4%
Sodium citrate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateGlyceryl polymethacrylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCentella asiatica leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- 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 extractSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateSodium benzoate~0.25–0.4%
Peg-8~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Tocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolHyaluronic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilPoria cocos sclerotium extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mushroom extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to help reduce irritation and support restoration of skin barrier
More about Poria cocos sclerotium extractSodium lactate~0.15–0.3%
- 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 lactatePropolis extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractMethylsilanol tri-peg-8 glyceryl cocoate~0.15–0.3%
Polyquaternium-7~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Bht~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Squalane, Alcohol, Mel, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Glyceryl stearate, Royal jelly, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, C12-16 alcohols, Avena sativa kernel extract, Lecithin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Palmitic acid, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Tocopheryl acetate, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl palmitate, Cocoglycerides, Disodium edta, Sodium citrate, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Citric acid, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Sodium benzoate, Peg-8, Tocopherol, Hyaluronic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Poria cocos sclerotium extract, Sodium lactate, Propolis extract, Methylsilanol tri-peg-8 glyceryl cocoate, Polyquaternium-7, Bht, Unknown
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| GUERLAINAbeille Royale Mattifying Day CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Be MinimalistSepicalm 03% Moisturizer | Step 4: MoisturizeSepicalm 03% Moisturizer | NatioGlow 24/7 Hydrating Water Cream | |
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| Match | — | 52% | 52% | 44% |
| Price | — | — | — | $11.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Anhydroxylitol | Anhydroxylitol | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"GUERLAIN - Abeille Royale Mattifying Day Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. GUERLAIN - Abeille Royale Mattifying Day Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (glycerin, hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate, sodium lactate and honey) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil, squalane, cetearyl alcohol and cetyl palmitate) 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
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 0.10% - 0.15%). 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 they are 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.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. 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 92.10£ up to 2550.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 137.11CA$ in Canada, from 219.81A$ up to 226.00A$ in Australia and for 257.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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