PRODUCT REVIEW
GUERLAIN Orchidee Imperiale The Essence-Lotion Concentrate Emulsion
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What can the product work for?
Works for
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
What Else You Need to Know The Essence-Lotion Concentrate is infused with 22 percent skincare essence to restore the hydrolipid balance of skin’s ten vital layers, support skin’s regeneration, and to preserve, regenerate, and prolong 12 visible signs of youth and triple Orchidée Impériale The Cream’s wrinkle-fighting efficacy.
adenosine
0.1% -
0.5%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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)
dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Is claimed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, as well as work as an anti-oxidant. There is however not enough evidence for its effectiveness
hyaluronic acid
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
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
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Orchidee Imperiale The Essence-Lotion Concentrate Emulsion
polyglycerin-3
1.4% -
2.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate
0.9% -
1.35%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
dimethicone
1.4% -
2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Anti-aging | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
87/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Potential irritants
alcohol
3.7% -
5.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
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
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Comodogenic ingredients
No comodogenic ingredients detected
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Ingredients & concentrations
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Key Actives
dipotassium glycyrrhizate
0.3% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Evens skin tone
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
hyaluronic acid
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-aging
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
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Potential irritants
alcohol
3.7% -
5.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
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
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Comodogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product
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glycerin
4.2% -
6.3%
Irritation risk:
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
alcohol
3.7% -
5.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial
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
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Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Pentylene glycol, Polyglycerin-3, Dimethicone, Orchid extract, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Squalane, Ectoin, Parfum, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, Hyaluronic acid, Xanthan gum, Adenosine, Sodium hydroxide, Verbena officinalis extract, Sorbitan isostearate, Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract, Sodium benzoate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium sorbate, Tocopherol
Sources
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Ameliorating effect of dipotassium glycyrrhizinate on an IL-4- and IL-13-induced atopic dermatitis-like skin-equivalent model
- Final report on the safety assessment of Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Potassium Glycyrrhetinate, Disodium Succinoyl Glycyrrhetinate, Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate, Glycyrrhetinyl Stearate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Glycyrrhizic Acid, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Glycyrrhizate, Trisodium Glycyrrhizate, Methyl Glycyrrhizate, and Potassium Glycyrrhizinate.
- Efficacy of a New Topical Nano-hyaluronic Acid in Humans