LA MER The Lifting Eye Serum

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water
2. Propanediol
3. Glycerin
4. Algae Extract
5. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
6. Sesamum indicum Seed Oil
7. Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
8. Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
9. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
10. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
11. Sodium gluconate
12. Copper gluconate
13. Calcium gluconate
14. Magnesium gluconate
15. Zinc Gluconate
16. Tocopheryl succinate
17. Niacin
18. Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder
19. Sucrose
20. Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
21. Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract
22. Porphyridium Cruentum Extract
23. Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract
24. Laminaria Digitata Extract
25. Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
26. Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract
27. Plankton extract
28. Helichrysum Arenarium Extract
29. Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
30. Tourmaline
31. Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
32. Asparagopsis Armata Extract
33. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
34. Caffeine
35. Pullulan
36. Trehalose
37. Sodium Lactate
38. Sorbitol
39. Sodium PCA
40. Styrene/VP Copolymer
41. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
42. Sodium Hyaluronate
43. Hexylene Glycol
44. Butylene Glycol
45. VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER
46. Alcohol Denat
47. Xanthan Gum
48. Isododecane
49. Fragrance
50. Ethylhexylglycerin
51. Caprylyl Glycol
52. Trimethylsiloxysilicate
53. Disodium EDTA
54. Phenoxyethanol

Highlights

Free of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains animal-derivedContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains siliconesContains alcoholContains mineral oil

Key ingredients

ANTIPLAQUE

Water

SOLVENT

Propanediol

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Algae ExtractSesamum indicum Seed Oil

SKIN CONDITIONING

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract

ABRASIVE

Helianthus Annuus SeedcakePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal

Other ingredients

Medicago Sativa Seed PowderEucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilSodium gluconateCopper gluconateCalcium gluconateMagnesium gluconateZinc GluconateTocopheryl succinateNiacinSesamum Indicum Seed PowderSucrosePyrus Malus Fruit ExtractCitrullus Vulgaris Fruit ExtractPorphyridium Cruentum ExtractLens Esculenta Fruit ExtractLaminaria Digitata ExtractSaccharomyces Lysate ExtractAscophyllum Nodosum ExtractPlankton extractHelichrysum Arenarium ExtractCitrus Aurantifolia Peel ExtractTourmalineSigesbeckia Orientalis ExtractAsparagopsis Armata ExtractAcetyl Hexapeptide-8CaffeinePullulanTrehaloseSodium LactateSorbitolSodium PCAStyrene/VP CopolymerHydroxypropyl methylcelluloseSodium HyaluronateHexylene GlycolButylene GlycolVINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMERAlcohol DenatXanthan GumIsododecaneFragranceEthylhexylglycerinCaprylyl GlycolTrimethylsiloxysilicateDisodium EDTAPhenoxyethanol

Skim through

Ingredients explained

Water

Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Algae Extract

Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract

Sweet almond extract, oils/phenolics for moisture/repair, low allergenicity but label nut origin

Sesamum indicum Seed Oil

Sesame seed oil for skin and hair conditioning, natural fragrance; prone to oxidation, keep dark

Medicago Sativa Seed Powder

Not decoded yet

Helianthus Annuus Seedcake

Sunflower seed cake; physical exfoliant and bulking agent. Coarse texture, use caution for sensitive skin, requires homogenization.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal

Sweet almond seed meal for physical exfoliation; ensure moderate particle size to avoid scratching sensitive skin; may contain trace allergenic proteins.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil

Eucalyptus leaf oil, strong essential oil; high irritation, strictly limited usage

Sodium gluconate

Mild chelator, aids skin conditioning; typically used at low levels as auxiliary

Copper gluconate

Copper gluconate; trace antioxidant/repair agent. Use <0.05%; high levels cause color change/irritation.

Calcium gluconate

Chelator and conditioner, improves stability; water-soluble calcium source

Magnesium gluconate

Water-soluble magnesium source; balances skin pH, low irritation; use 0.5–2%

Zinc Gluconate

Chelated zinc salt with antimicrobial and deodorizing effects; used in antiperspirants and oral care; has EU concentration limit.

Tocopheryl succinate

Water-soluble vitamin E derivative, antioxidant for formula stability; low-level use, low sensitization risk

Niacin

Niacin (B3) smoother; high topological concentrations may cause flushing, often used as co-agent or precursor.

Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder

Not decoded yet

Sucrose

Sucrose, water-soluble thickener and humectant; high levels prone to hygroscopy.

Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract

Apple fruit extract, polyphenols for conditioning and antioxidant; batch variation needs standardization

Citrullus Vulgaris Fruit Extract

Watermelon fruit extract, humectant and conditioner; contains sugars, high levels may invite microbial growth

Porphyridium Cruentum Extract

Porphyridium cruentum extract, marine algae source, providing skin conditioning

Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract

Lentil extract; protein/sugar; low-conc conditioning, mild, no pub data

Laminaria Digitata Extract

Seaweed extract for skin protection; moderate concentration to avoid osmotic irritation.

Saccharomyces Lysate Extract

Yeast lysate humectant and conditioner; rich in amino acids and NMF, strong barrier repair

Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract

Ascophyllum nodosum extract, provides hydration and antioxidant protection; usually low concentration as natural functional additive.

Plankton extract

Plankton extract for skin conditioning; low concentrations typical, ensure source purity to avoid microbial contamination.

Helichrysum Arenarium Extract

Helichrysum Arenarium Extract; contains esters for sebum regulation, soothing, and skin conditioning.

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract

Lime peel extract for cleansing and fragrance; contains phototoxic furocoumarins, caution for daytime use.

Tourmaline

Tourmaline mineral powder for viscosity control or tactile modification. Inert and non-irritating; manage dust inhalation risks during manufacturing.

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract

Botanical skin conditioning and tonic agent; often used for antioxidant and repair benefits

Asparagopsis Armata Extract

Not decoded yet

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8; signal peptide, low concentration, used for firming and hydration, low irritancy.

Caffeine

Active ingredient, 0.1–2%; promotes circulation, irritation risk at high concentration.

Pullulan

Microbial polysaccharide for film forming and thickening; water-soluble film former used in capsules or moisturizing films.

Trehalose

Trehalose; mild humectant and stabilizer for proteins/actives; hygroscopic, light skin feel.

Sodium Lactate

Sodium lactate for moisturizing and exfoliation; pH buffering agent

Sorbitol

Polyol humectant with strong hygroscopy; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives; also a solvent or adjuster.

Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA, NMF component, 1-10% humectant; salty/tacky at high levels.

Styrene/VP Copolymer

Styrene/VP copolymer for film forming and fixation; used in hairsprays and primers, check breathability

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose

High polymer for thickening and film formation; water-soluble, used in physical sunscreens or gels, tacky at high levels

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Hexylene Glycol

Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER

Rheology-modifying silicone polymer for suspension and feel; requires silicone-compatible system

Alcohol Denat

Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Isododecane

Synthetic hydrocarbon solvent providing dry, silky skin feel; high volatility, non-comedogenic, common in sunscreens and foundations, usage 5-30%.

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

Silicate powder, oil-absorbing emollient; insoluble, high levels feel powdery.

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin