Works for
MoisturizingLinoleic acid, Tetraacetylphytosphingosine + 20 moreWorks well
“Helps boost skin's barrier recovery after exposure to stressors”
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:
algae extract, glycerin.
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, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid, tetraacetylphytosphingosine
Anti-agingAlgae extract, Copper gluconate + 3 moreNot delivered
“By helping interrupt visible sensitivity and irritation, The Concentrate supports skin’s ability to adapt faster, recover more efficiently, and visibly slow signs of aging.”
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Ocimum basilicum oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Dimethicone~22–33%
- 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 DimethiconeAlgae extract~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractMethyl trimethicone~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients
More about Methyl trimethiconeGlycerin~3.3–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinIsododecane~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneTrisiloxane~1.9–2.9%
Isononyl isononanoate~1.8–2.6%
- 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 isononanoateDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerDimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~1.2–1.7%
Water~0.55–1.35%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.25%
- 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 triglycerideMaris sal~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salSesamum indicum seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilMedicago sativa seed powder~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help soften the upper layer of the skin and help thicken the product formulation. It might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Medicago sativa seed powderHelianthus annuus seedcake~0.45–1%
Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal~0.4–0.95%
Eucalyptus globulus oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium gluconate~0.15–0.7%
Copper gluconate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing
More about Copper gluconateCalcium gluconate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product
More about Calcium gluconateMagnesium gluconate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that might be able to support skin hydration, but convincing research on its effectiveness in topical skincare is lacking
More about Magnesium gluconateZinc gluconate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically used to stabilize the product formulations. It is a salt of a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) and in larger concentrations, can help shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Due to the zinc content, might help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Zinc gluconateTocopheryl succinate~0.15–0.55%
Niacin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A form of vitamin B3. It is similar in action to niacinamide, but is more likely to cause red flashes in skin as the side effect
More about NiacinSesamum indicum seed powder~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria ochroleuca extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Laminaria ochroleuca extractTriticum vulgare flour lipids~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantifolia peel extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Crithmum maritimum extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract (sea fennel) that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum extractAlteromonas ferment extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A marine extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It is claimed to have anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Alteromonas ferment extractChlorella vulgaris extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractCholesterol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolLinoleic acid~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidTetraacetylphytosphingosine~0.15–0.6%
Ocimum basilicum oil~0.15–0.6%
Dictyopteris polypodioides extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol denat.~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Dipropylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolDimethicone crosspolymer~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
More about Dimethicone crosspolymerDimethicone crosspolymer-3~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.6%
Camphor~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Terpineol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinene~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-caryophyllene~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilGeranyl acetate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula oil/extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalyl acetate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolBht~0.1–0.45%
Sodium citrate~0.1–0.45%
- 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 citratePhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Ingredient list view
Dimethicone, Algae extract, Methyl trimethicone, Glycerin, Isododecane, Trisiloxane, Isononyl isononanoate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Maris sal, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Medicago sativa seed powder, Helianthus annuus seedcake, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed meal, Eucalyptus globulus oil, Sodium gluconate, Copper gluconate, Calcium gluconate, Magnesium gluconate, Zinc gluconate, Tocopheryl succinate, Niacin, Sesamum indicum seed powder, Laminaria ochroleuca extract, Triticum vulgare flour lipids, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Crithmum maritimum extract, Alteromonas ferment extract, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Cholesterol, Linoleic acid, Tetraacetylphytosphingosine, Ocimum basilicum oil, Dictyopteris polypodioides extract, Alcohol denat., Dipropylene glycol, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethicone crosspolymer-3, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Camphor, Terpineol, Pinene, Beta-caryophyllene, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Geranyl acetate, Lavandula oil/extract, Linalyl acetate, Tocopherol, Bht, Sodium citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate
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| La MerThe Concentrate SerumYOUR PRODUCT | ROUND LABSoybean Panthenol Ampoule | Paula's choiceOmega+ Complex Serum | CliniqueSmart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 42% | 42% | 40% |
| Price | $225.00 | $16.93−$208.07 | $42.00−$183.00 | $63.12−$161.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 12 | 3 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Caprooyl Sphingosine | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Crème de la Mer - The Concentrate Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (tetraacetylphytosphingosine 0.10% - 0.40%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Humectants (glycerin 4.10% - 6.20%, faex 0.10% - 0.35% and algae extract 4.30% - 6.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 399.99£ in the United Kingdom and for 575.00$ 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 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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