GUERLAIN Orchide Impriale The Essence-in-Lotion
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Methyl gluceth-20 + 7 moreWorks
“A hydrating formula enriched with the new Orchidée essential water complex, coupled with the regenerative power of Cell Respiration™ technology.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Anti-agingHyaluronic acidNot delivered
“All the visible signs of aging are minimized: wrinkles and fine lines fade, the skin regains firmness, density, and elasticity, and the complexion is even and more radiant.”
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.This ingredient - hyaluronic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5.8–8.7%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.7–5.5%
- 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 GlycerinPentylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPeg-8~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Fomes officinalis extract~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fungus extract that can help to create a temporary tightening feeling on the skin
More about Fomes officinalis extractMethyl gluceth-20~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateOrchid extract~0.95–1.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMaltitol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about MaltitolPeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilParfum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium citrate~0.2–0.8%
- 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 citrateSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateBiosaccharide gum-2~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCitric acid~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidHyaluronic acid~0.1–0.45%
- 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 acidPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilTropaeolum majus extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Linalool~0.05–0.25%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Geraniol~0.05–0.15%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Bht~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Peg-8, Fomes officinalis extract, Methyl gluceth-20, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Orchid extract, Phenoxyethanol, Maltitol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Parfum, Sodium citrate, Sodium hyaluronate, Biosaccharide gum-2, Lecithin, Citric acid, Hyaluronic acid, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Tropaeolum majus extract, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bht
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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.
| GUERLAINOrchide Impriale The Essence-in-LotionYOUR PRODUCT | MEDI-PEELDerma Maison Vitabenone Brightening Toner | ROVECTINAqua Hyaluronic Essence | SiorisLight It Up Essener | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | — | $74.10 | $15.57 | $21.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Physiochemical properties and application of hyaluronic acid: a systematic reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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