This La Mer night cream aims to visibly reverse signs of aging with a unique marine retinol alternative. It's formulated with the brand's iconic Miracle Broth to nourish and support skin renewal, making it a luxurious option for those seeking a potent anti-aging treatment.
Sephora price
$230.00 - $450.00
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4.5 / 5
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Glass take
4.4 / 5 overall fit
A rich, anti-aging night cream that leverages a marine retinol alternative and La Mer's signature Miracle Broth to target signs of aging, dryness, and loss of firmness.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A plush cream that diminishes visible signs of aging.
As the final step in your evening routine, pat a small amount between fingertips and press gently into skin.
Glide onto cheeks, forehead, chin, jaw, and neck twice daily.
Ideal for use at night.
What Glass adds
This is a rich, restorative night cream that delivers on its anti-aging promises, particularly for those concerned with fine lines, loss of firmness, and dryness. The marine retinol alternative offers a gentler approach to skin renewal compared to traditional retinol, making it suitable for a wider range of skin types, including those sensitive to traditional retinoids. The inclusion of Miracle Broth provides significant soothing and nourishing benefits.
Visible anti-aging results
Many users highlight noticeable reductions in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, along with improved skin firmness and elasticity after consistent use.
Luxurious experience
The rich texture and signature La Mer scent contribute to a pampering, spa-like experience, making it a desirable product for those who enjoy indulgent skincare.
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Routine fit
Apply this cream as the final step in your evening skincare routine. Gently pat a small amount onto your face, neck, and décolletage, allowing the rich formula to absorb and work its magic overnight.
Why it works
The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.
What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Evening routine
This cream is specifically designed for nighttime use to support skin's natural repair processes while you sleep.
Glass rating
A rich, anti-aging night cream that leverages a marine retinol alternative and La Mer's signature Miracle Broth to target signs of aging, dryness, and loss of firmness.
Texture
4.5 / 5
A plush, comforting cream that absorbs well without feeling heavy.
Efficacy
4.3 / 5
Users report visible improvements in fine lines, firmness, and overall skin texture with consistent use.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of the formulation.
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Hydration
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Derived from sea kelp, it's a source of minerals and nutrients that can help soothe and condition the skin.
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Soothing, Nourishing
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A rich plant-based butter known for its moisturizing and skin-softening properties.
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Dryness, Softening
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth, silky feel and helps to create a protective barrier on the skin.
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Smoothing, Barrier Support
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Can feel heavy for very oily skin
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated.
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Hydration
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A blend of fatty acids derived from coconut and glycerin, providing emollience and skin conditioning.
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Moisturizing
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients, contributing to the cream's texture.
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Texture
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A classic humectant that draws water into the skin, improving hydration.
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Hydration
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Absorbent
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2.0 / 10
Can help absorb excess oil and provide a mattifying effect.
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Oil Control
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Can be drying if overused
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A lightweight emollient derived from coconut alcohol and capric/caprylic acids, providing a smooth feel.
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Smoothing
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A liquid wax that closely resembles skin's natural sebum, offering excellent moisturizing and balancing properties.
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Moisturizing, Balancing
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A rich butter that moisturizes and softens the skin.
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Moisturizing, Softening
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps stabilize the formula.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier and emollient that helps create a smooth texture.
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Texture, Emollience
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and thickener.
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Emollience, Thickening
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Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
A common emulsifier used to create stable oil-in-water formulations.
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Texture
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Can be a skin irritant for some
Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A silicone polymer that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and can help blur the appearance of fine lines.
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Smoothing, Texture
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Can feel occlusive
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A nourishing oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
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Nourishing, Antioxidant
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Contains vitamins and minerals that can benefit the skin.
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Nourishing
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A byproduct of sunflower oil extraction, rich in nutrients.
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Nourishing
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Contains fatty acids and vitamins that nourish the skin.
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Nourishing
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Fragrance
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3.0 / 10
Provides a scent and can have some antiseptic properties, but can be irritating for sensitive skin.
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Scent
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Potential irritant
Chelating Agent
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0.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability of the product.
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Product Stability
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Skin Conditioning
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2.0 / 10
A mineral that plays a role in collagen production and skin repair.
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Skin Repair, Collagen Support
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Can be irritating in high concentrations
Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A mineral that helps maintain skin's barrier function.
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Barrier Support
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A mineral that can help soothe and energize the skin.
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Soothing, Energizing
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A mineral that can help regulate oil production and has anti-inflammatory properties.
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Oil Regulation, Anti-inflammatory
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A derivative of Vitamin E, providing antioxidant protection.
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Antioxidant Protection
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Also known as Vitamin B3, it can help improve skin barrier function, reduce inflammation, and improve skin tone.
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Barrier Support, Tone Improvement
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Exfoliant
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2.0 / 10
Can provide gentle physical exfoliation.
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Exfoliation
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Can be abrasive for sensitive skin
Peptide
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1.0 / 10
A peptide that signals skin to repair itself, promoting collagen production.
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Firmness, Wrinkle Reduction
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Peptide
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1.0 / 10
Works with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 to reduce inflammation and support collagen.
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Firmness, Anti-inflammatory
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Peptide
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1.0 / 10
A peptide that helps improve skin's moisture barrier and firmness.
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Firmness, Barrier Support
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Peptide
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1.0 / 10
A peptide that can help relax facial muscles, reducing the appearance of expression lines.
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Expression Lines
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture, plumping the skin.
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Hydration, Plumping
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A sea plant extract rich in antioxidants and minerals.
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Antioxidant, Nourishing
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A type of seaweed extract known for its hydrating and soothing properties.
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Hydration, Soothing
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Contains amino acids and beta-glucans that can help strengthen the skin barrier and improve hydration.
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Barrier Support, Hydration
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A plant stem cell extract from sea fennel, known for its antioxidant and skin-renewing properties.
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Antioxidant, Renewal
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Rich in silica, it can help strengthen and condition the skin.
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Strengthening, Conditioning
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Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and can have a brightening effect, but may cause photosensitivity.
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Antioxidant, Brightening
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Photosensitivity
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Rich in antioxidants, it can help protect the skin from environmental damage.
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Antioxidant Protection
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Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Contains peptides and antioxidants that can support skin health.
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Skin Health
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Antioxidant
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2.0 / 10
A stable, water-soluble form of Vitamin C that provides antioxidant benefits and can help brighten skin.
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Antioxidant, Brightening
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Less potent than L-Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Can help reduce puffiness and has antioxidant properties.
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De-puffing, Antioxidant
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant that protects skin from free radical damage.
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Antioxidant Protection
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A derivative of Vitamin E, offering antioxidant protection.
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Antioxidant Protection
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
A phospholipid that helps stabilize emulsions and can improve skin hydration.
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Emulsifying, Hydration
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A light emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin, used to replenish skin.
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Moisturizing
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Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A preservative and skin conditioning agent, can be a mild irritant for some.
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Preservation
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Potential irritant
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps create a smooth texture.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used as an emulsifier and thickener.
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Texture
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Humectant
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2.0 / 10
A humectant that helps draw moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Can be a skin irritant for some
Thickener
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2.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps create stable emulsions.
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Texture
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Helps to condition and moisturize the skin.
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Moisturizing
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Thickener
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2.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken lotions and creams.
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Texture
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pH Adjuster
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1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the formula.
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Formulation Stability
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Can be irritating in high concentrations
Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps blend oil and water.
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Texture
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Can be a skin irritant for some
Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
An amino sugar that can help improve skin hydration and texture.
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Hydration, Texture
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Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps stabilize oil-in-water formulations.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be a skin irritant for some
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
Provides emollience and helps to condition the skin.
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Emollience, Conditioning
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has preservative properties.
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Hydration, Preservation
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant that helps draw moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Solvent
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4.0 / 10
Denatured alcohol can be drying and irritating for some skin types, especially with frequent use.
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Solvent
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Drying, Potential Irritant
Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
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Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
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Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
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Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A synthetic fragrance ingredient, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
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Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Fragrance
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4.0 / 10
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential Irritant, Allergen
Antioxidant
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3.0 / 10
A synthetic antioxidant that can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Potential Irritant
Chelating Agent
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1.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product.
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Product Stability
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Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative that can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Potential Irritant
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A preservative that can help prevent microbial growth.
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Preservation
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Potential Irritant
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative that can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Potential Irritant
Colorant
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2.0 / 10
A synthetic colorant.
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Color
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FAQ
The cream features MRA-3, a marine retinol alternative that supports cell renewal and visible repair, offering anti-aging benefits with a gentler profile than traditional retinol.
While it contains beneficial ingredients, the presence of fragrance and alcohol denat. may be a concern for very sensitive skin. It's recommended to patch test first.
This cream is specifically formulated for anti-aging concerns, utilizing a retinol alternative and peptides. Other La Mer moisturizers may focus more on hydration, barrier repair, or soothing with their signature Miracle Broth.
