GUERLAIN Crème de jour Abeille Royale
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Anti-aging6 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“-Vitamin C: Provides a source of youthfulness, energy, and radiance.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains 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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 20 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
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: dimethicone, jojoba esters.
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Zingiber officinale root extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.6–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolC15-19 alkane~3.1–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about C15-19 alkaneIsononyl isononanoate~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateMel~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelJojoba esters~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersGlyceryl stearate~1.5–1.8%
- 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 stearatePeg-100 stearate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCellulose~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerCetyl alcohol~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholDimethicone~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeStearyl alcohol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholRoyal jelly~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Royal jellyPhenoxyethanol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAscorbyl glucoside~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about Ascorbyl glucosideCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSteareth-21~0.45–0.7%
Parfum~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButyrospermum parkii butter~0.35–0.6%
- 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 butterAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerAvena sativa kernel extract~0.3–0.5%
- 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 extractTocopheryl 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 acetateXanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Tetrasodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Glyceryl polymethacrylate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateCentella 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 extractSodium hyaluronate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractPeg-8~0.25–0.4%
- 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 TocopherolSodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Hyaluronic acid~0.2–0.35%
- 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 acidButylene glycol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 glycolSodium lactate~0.15–0.25%
- 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 lactateZingiber officinale root extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an irritating essential oil. Might have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence is lacking
More about Zingiber officinale root extractBht~0.1–0.15%
Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12~0.05–0.15%
- 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-12Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, C15-19 alkane, Isononyl isononanoate, Mel, Jojoba esters, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Cellulose, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Cetyl alcohol, Dimethicone, Stearyl alcohol, Royal jelly, Phenoxyethanol, Ascorbyl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Steareth-21, Parfum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Avena sativa kernel extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Xanthan gum, Sodium hydroxide, Tetrasodium edta, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Centella asiatica leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Peg-8, Tocopherol, Sodium benzoate, Hyaluronic acid, Butylene glycol, Sodium lactate, Zingiber officinale root extract, Bht, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Citric acid
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| GUERLAINCrème de jour Abeille RoyaleYOUR PRODUCT | First Aid BeautyUltra Repair Hydra-Firm Sleeping Cream | CliniqueFor Men Anti-Age Moisturizer | Shani Darden Skin CareHydration Peptide Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 58% |
| Price | $180.00 | $37.02−$142.98 | $37.02−$142.98 | $60.00−$120.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Acetyl Glucosamine | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "GUERLAIN - Crème de jour Abeille Royale" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. GUERLAIN - Crème de jour Abeille Royale 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). Jojoba esters, dimethicone, cetyl alcohol, mel and caprylyl glycol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 0.10% - 0.15%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
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 for 44.55A$ in Australia and for 180.00$ 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.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5
- 6Centella asiatica in Dermatology: An Overviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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