Laura Mercier Ambre Vanillé Soufflé Body Crème
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride + 19 moreWorks well
“Discover nourished skin with Laura Mercier’s Ambre Vanille Serum Body Cream, combining long-lasting moisture with the delectable fragrance of Ambre Vanille.”
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, sodium hyaluronate.
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, myristyl myristate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Retinyl palmitate + 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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Water~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~5.9–7.2%
- 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 triglycerideGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateCetearyl alcohol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate~1.7–2.1%
- 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~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateIsocetyl stearate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isocetyl stearateMyristyl myristate~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateVitis vinifera seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilIsododecane~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneAcrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create gel-like textures
More about Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymerJojoba esters~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersButyrospermum parkii butter~0.45–0.7%
- 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 butterCaprylyl glycol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSteareth-2~0.4–0.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIsohexadecane~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneOryza sativa bran oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilPolysorbate 60~0.25–0.5%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPolysorbate 80~0.25–0.45%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBenzoic acid~0.25–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Panthenol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSorbic acid~0.2–0.4%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderHoney~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyHydrolyzed rice protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateTocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- 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 acetateAminomethyl propanol~0.2–0.4%
Bht~0.2–0.35%
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 palmitatePentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateButylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 glycolPrunus amygdalus dulcis protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Retinyl palmitate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateStyrax benzoin resin extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Coffea arabica seed extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractHoney extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractMyristica fragrans extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Theobroma cacao extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractBenzyl salicylate~0.15–0.3%
Coumarin~0.15–0.3%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalLimonene~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 LimoneneCi 14700~0.15–0.3%
Ci 42090~0.15–0.25%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.2%
Ci 15985~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Glycerin, Parfum, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Isocetyl stearate, Myristyl myristate, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Isododecane, Acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, Jojoba esters, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylyl glycol, Steareth-2, Phenoxyethanol, Isohexadecane, Oryza sativa bran oil, Polysorbate 60, Benzyl alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan gum, Benzoic acid, Disodium edta, Panthenol, Sorbic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Honey, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Aminomethyl propanol, Bht, Ascorbyl palmitate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene glycol, Prunus amygdalus dulcis protein, Retinyl palmitate, Styrax benzoin resin extract, Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Honey extract, Myristica fragrans extract, Theobroma cacao extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Benzyl salicylate, Coumarin, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Limonene, Ci 14700, Ci 42090, Ci 19140, Ci 15985
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| Laura MercierAmbre Vanillé Soufflé Body CrèmeYOUR PRODUCT | NEST New YorkCitrine Body Cream | OribeCote d'Azur Body Creme | Elizabeth GrantIntensive Hand & Foot Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 65% | 60% |
| Price | — | — | $18.00 | $29.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 11 | 10 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide | Dimethicone | Lanolin |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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