LA MER The Moisturizing Cream
LA LA MER The Moisturizing Cream lists 41 ingredients on its label, 37 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
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.
- Algae Extract
- Mineral Oil
- Glycerin
- Isohexadecane
- Microcrystalline Wax
- Lanolin alcohol
- Citrus aurantifolia
- Paraffin
- Magnesium sulfate
- Decyl Oleate
- Aluminum distearate
- Octyldodecanol
- Fragrance
- Magnesium stearate
- Water
- Citric Acid
- Limonene
- Panthenol
- Sodium Benzoate
- Alcohol Denat
- Geraniol
- Linalool
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
- Citronellol
- Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
- Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
- Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
- Sesamum indicum Seed Oil
- Tocopheryl succinate
- Calcium gluconate
- Sodium gluconate
- Copper gluconate
- Magnesium gluconate
- Niacin
- Zinc Gluconate
- Benzyl salicylate
- Citral
- Cyanocobalamin
- Beta Carotene
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oilsContains alcohol
Key ingredients
- SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
- Algae ExtractMineral OilIsohexadecane
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- BINDING
- Microcrystalline Wax
- ANTISTATIC
- Lanolin alcohol
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Paraffin
- BULKING
- Magnesium sulfate
Other ingredients
Citrus aurantifoliaDecyl OleateAluminum distearateOctyldodecanolFragranceMagnesium stearateWaterCitric AcidLimonenePanthenolSodium BenzoateAlcohol DenatGeraniolLinaloolHydroxycitronellalPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed MealCitronellolHelianthus Annuus SeedcakeMedicago Sativa Seed PowderSesamum Indicum Seed PowderEucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilSesamum indicum Seed OilTocopheryl succinateCalcium gluconateSodium gluconateCopper gluconateMagnesium gluconateNiacinZinc GluconateBenzyl salicylateCitralCyanocobalaminBeta Carotene
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algae Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · – | Green |
| Mineral Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE · 限制 II/778. Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy paraffinic, if they contain > 3 % w/w DMSO extract. | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isohexadecane | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Microcrystalline Wax | BINDING, BULKING, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Lanolin alcohol | ANTISTATIC, BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, HAIR CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 2 | Green |
| Citrus aurantifolia | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Paraffin | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium sulfate | BULKING | 0 · – | Green |
| Decyl Oleate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Aluminum distearate | ANTICAKING, EMULSION STABILISING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Octyldodecanol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | — | Yellow |
| Magnesium stearate | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, MOISTURISING · 限制 IV/150 | 0 · – | Green |
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Alcohol Denat | 溶剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Geraniol | TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/78 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxycitronellal | 附录 III · 最高浓度 (b) 1,0 % · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not be placed on the market | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal | ABRASIVE | 1 · 1 | Green |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Helianthus Annuus Seedcake | ABRASIVE, BULKING | 1 · – | Green |
| Medicago Sativa Seed Powder | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING · 限制 III/355 | 3 · – | Green |
| Sesamum indicum Seed Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopheryl succinate | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Calcium gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Copper gluconate | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Magnesium gluconate | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Niacin | ANTISTATIC, SMOOTHING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Zinc Gluconate | ANTIMICROBIAL, DEODORANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/24 | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Benzyl salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Citral | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 III/70 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cyanocobalamin | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Beta Carotene | Not decoded yet | — | — |
Ingredients explained
- Algae Extract
- Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.
- Mineral Oil
- Occlusive emollient preventing water loss; must use high-purity medical grade to avoid impurities.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Isohexadecane
- Lightweight mineral-oil-derived emollient and solvent; low viscosity, non-comedogenic, improves texture
- Microcrystalline Wax
- Petroleum-derived hard wax for lipsticks and ointments; provides high-melting structure, heavy feel, potentially comedogenic
- Lanolin alcohol
- Wool wax alcohol, animal-derived emollient and emulsifier with rich, occlusive feel; strict purification removes sensitization, but animal origin must be labeled.
- Citrus aurantifolia
- Not decoded yet
- Paraffin
- Paraffin wax for occlusion/viscosity control; inert/safe, may affect breathability
- Magnesium sulfate
- Bulk agent at 0.1–1%; highly water-soluble, avoid high local concentration.
- Decyl Oleate
- Decyl oleate, light ester emollient and solubilizer; refreshing feel, low comedogenicity, suitable for most skin types.
- Aluminum distearate
- Solid soap salt, anticaking and emulsion stabilizer; for powders/creams, provides matte slip
- Octyldodecanol
- Light emollient/emulsifier at 1-5%; low comedogenic, non-greasy feel, broadly compatible, sensitive-skin friendly.
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components
- Magnesium stearate
- Anti-caking agent for solids; restricted in injections, control dosage in topicals.
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Alcohol Denat
- Denatured ethanol; solvent, penetration enhancer, and quick-dry agent; high % may compromise barrier in dry skin.
- Geraniol
- Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skin
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Hydroxycitronellal, sensitizing fragrance, EU limit <0.1%; avoid use as aerosol propellant.
- 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.
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
- Sunflower seed cake; physical exfoliant and bulking agent. Coarse texture, use caution for sensitive skin, requires homogenization.
- Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
- Not decoded yet
- Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder
- Not decoded yet
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
- Eucalyptus leaf oil, strong essential oil; high irritation, strictly limited usage
- Sesamum indicum Seed Oil
- Sesame seed oil for skin and hair conditioning, natural fragrance; prone to oxidation, keep dark
- Tocopheryl succinate
- Water-soluble vitamin E derivative, antioxidant for formula stability; low-level use, low sensitization risk
- Calcium gluconate
- Chelator and conditioner, improves stability; water-soluble calcium source
- 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.
- Magnesium gluconate
- Water-soluble magnesium source; balances skin pH, low irritation; use 0.5–2%
- Niacin
- Niacin (B3) smoother; high topological concentrations may cause flushing, often used as co-agent or precursor.
- Zinc Gluconate
- Chelated zinc salt with antimicrobial and deodorizing effects; used in antiperspirants and oral care; has EU concentration limit.
- Benzyl salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Citral
- Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.
- Cyanocobalamin
- Vitamin B12 derivative, antioxidant and skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires light-protective packaging, water-soluble
- Beta Carotene
- Not decoded yet
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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