Works for
3 of 3 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 19 moreStrong evidence
“Illuminate your skin with Lancôme Absolue Precious Cells Soft Cream, an ultra-nourishing moisturiser that leaves skin feeling soft, supple and conditioned.”
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, butylene glycol.
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, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Anti-agingAdenosine, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 3 moreStrong evidence
“What it is: A soft-cream facial moisturizer that reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles, visibly firms, and hydrates.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
Evens skin toneCapryloyl salicylic acidModerate evidence
“Pro-Xylane™: Known to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and visibly increase skin firmness and tone.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Capryloyl salicylic acidStrong evidence
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Limonene, Linalool + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Glycerin~4.8–5.9%
- 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 GlycerinHydrogenated polyisobutene~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneDimethicone~3.1–3.8%
- 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 DimethiconeButylene glycol~2.3–2.8%
- 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 glycolBis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.6–2%
- 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 butterLimnanthes alba seed oil~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilStearyl alcohol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholC30-45 alkyl dimethicone~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-20 stearate~0.6–0.95%
Silica~0.75–1.15%
Panthenol~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A sugar-derived compound that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be able to stimulate synthesis of skin's own moisturizing factors, but solid research is lacking. It could be irritating
More about Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriolPeg-100 stearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateGlyceryl stearate~0.35–0.65%
- 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 stearateOctyldodecanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolPropanediol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPropylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolAmmonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurateChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Rose extract~0.15–0.25%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCapryloyl salicylic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.35%
- 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 crosspolymerPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePotassium hydroxide~0.15–0.3%
Tetrasodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Adenosine~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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)
More about AdenosineHydrolyzed linseed extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed linseed extractZea mays oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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 Zea mays oilPrunus armeniaca kernel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Prunus armeniaca kernel oilPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilOryza sativa bran oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilCaramel~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearateRosa damascena flower oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilTrideceth-6~0.2–0.35%
Alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- 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 AlcoholCitronellol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.3%
Tocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolCoumarin~0.15–0.25%
Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Contains essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Rosa centifolia flower extractCi 14700~0.15–0.3%
Ci 19140~0.15–0.3%
Citric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateParfum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Stearyl alcohol, C30-45 alkyl dimethicone, Peg-20 stearate, Silica, Panthenol, Hydroxypropyl tetrahydropyrantriol, Peg-100 stearate, Glyceryl stearate, Octyldodecanol, Propanediol, Propylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Chlorphenesin, Rose extract, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium hydroxide, Tetrasodium edta, Adenosine, Hydrolyzed linseed extract, Zea mays oil, Prunus armeniaca kernel oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Oryza sativa bran oil, Caramel, Limonene, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Linalool, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Rosa damascena flower oil, Trideceth-6, Alcohol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Sodium benzoate, Tocopherol, Coumarin, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Ci 14700, Ci 19140, Citric acid, Ascorbyl palmitate, Parfum
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| Match | — | 75% | 70% | 66% |
| Price | $170.00 | $82.01−$87.99 | $36.99−$133.01 | $43.29−$126.71 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 14 of 14 | 9 of 14 | 10 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Calcium Pca | Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Product summary
"Lancôme - Absolue Soft Cream" is effective for: Anti-aging, Exfoliation and Moisturizing
This moisturizer could be helpful for: Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.30%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Price
The product retails from 176.00£ up to 216.00£ in the United Kingdom, from 156.00CA$ up to 297.00CA$ in Canada and for 150.00$ 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 21 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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