la-mer La Mer The Eye Concentrate

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. Algae Extract
2. Cyclopentasiloxane
3. Glycerin
4. Yeast Extract
5. Dimethicone
6. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
7. Saccharomyces/Xylinum Black Tea Ferment
8. Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
9. Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
10. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
11. Polysilicone-11
12. Sea Salt
13. Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
14. Helichrysum Arenarium Extract
15. Algae Extract
16. Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
17. Tourmaline
18. Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
19. Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
20. Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
21. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
22. Sesamum Indicum Seed
23. Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
24. Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
25. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
26. Sodium Gluconate
27. Potassium Gluconate
28. Copper Gluconate
29. Calcium Gluconate
30. Magnesium Gluconate
31. Zinc Gluconate
32. Tocopheryl Succinate
33. Niacin
34. Hematite
35. Corallina Officinalis Extract
36. Isomerized Linoleic Acid
37. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
38. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
39. Whey Protein
40. Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone
41. Linoleic Acid
42. Caffeine
43. Cholesterol
44. Tetraacetylphytosphingosine
45. Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
46. Artemia Extract
47. Butylene Glycol
48. Crithmum Maritimum Extract
49. Biotin
50. Acetyl Carnitine Hcl
51. Acetyl Glucosamine
52. Steareth-20
53. Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
54. Nylon-12
55. Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
56. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
57. Glycine Soja Protein
58. Isononyl Isononanoate
59. Sea Whip Extract
60. Sodium Citrate
61. Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone
62. Phytosphingosine
63. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
64. Retinyl Palmitate
65. Propylene Glycol Dioctanoate
66. Sucrose
67. Glycosaminoglycans
68. Dipeptide-2
69. Dimethicone Crosspolymer
70. Triethoxycaprylylsilane
71. Trimethylsiloxysilicate
72. Isododecane
73. Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone
74. Silica
75. Hydroxyethylcellulose
76. Alumina
77. Fragrance
78. Phenoxyethanol
79. Potassium Sorbate
80. Titanium Dioxide
81. Mica

Highlights

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

Formulation view Silicone-based matrix with algae and yeast extracts for lightweight closure. Gluconate complex aids stability, targeting eye hydration and soothing. Suitable for dry or sensitive eye areas. Factory note: strict control of silicone hydrolysis ensures smooth texture without clogging.

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Algae ExtractCyclopentasiloxaneCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

DENATURANT

Glycerin

SKIN CONDITIONING

Yeast Extract

ANTIFOAMING

Dimethicone

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Other ingredients

Saccharomyces/Xylinum Black Tea FermentHydrogenated Vegetable OilPolysilicone-11Sea SaltSaccharomyces/Copper FermentHelichrysum Arenarium ExtractAlgae ExtractGelidium Cartilagineum ExtractTourmalinePolygonum Fagopyrum Seed ExtractSaccharomyces Lysate ExtractSesamum Indicum Seed OilEucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilSesamum Indicum SeedMedicago Sativa Seed PowderHelianthus Annuus SeedcakePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed MealSodium GluconatePotassium GluconateCopper GluconateCalcium GluconateMagnesium GluconateZinc GluconateTocopheryl SuccinateNiacinHematiteCorallina Officinalis ExtractIsomerized Linoleic AcidPalmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Whey ProteinHesperidin Methyl ChalconeLinoleic AcidCaffeineCholesterolTetraacetylphytosphingosineSigesbeckia Orientalis ExtractArtemia ExtractButylene GlycolCrithmum Maritimum ExtractBiotinAcetyl Carnitine HclAcetyl GlucosamineSteareth-20Aminopropyl Ascorbyl PhosphateNylon-12Avena Sativa Kernel ExtractPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed ExtractGlycine Soja ProteinIsononyl IsononanoateSea Whip ExtractSodium CitrateCetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 DimethiconePhytosphingosineHydrogenated PolyisobuteneRetinyl PalmitatePropylene Glycol DioctanoateSucroseGlycosaminoglycansDipeptide-2Dimethicone CrosspolymerTriethoxycaprylylsilaneTrimethylsiloxysilicateIsododecanePeg/Ppg-18/18 DimethiconeSilicaHydroxyethylcelluloseAluminaFragrancePhenoxyethanolPotassium SorbateTitanium DioxideMica

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Ingredients explained

Algae Extract

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

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane for emollient/solvent; volatile silicone, smooth feel, check VOC regulations.

Glycerin

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

Yeast Extract

Yeast extract for skin care and protection; common, low allergy risk

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Saccharomyces/Xylinum Black Tea Ferment

Not decoded yet

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

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

Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

Blended triglycerides providing slip and occlusion; mix of fatty acids, verify specific ratios to assess comedogenicity.

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Occlusive emollient for smooth feel; high levels may be comedogenic, use caution for acne-prone skin

Polysilicone-11

Not decoded yet

Sea Salt

Sea salt for exfoliation/minerals; particle size matters, high ionic strength when dissolved, check compatibility.

Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment

Ferment filtrate used as a skin conditioning agent

Helichrysum Arenarium Extract

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

Algae Extract

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

Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract

Red algae extract acting as a skin protecting agent, often used for hydration or soothing, check stability.

Tourmaline

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

Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract

Buckwheat seed extract with flavonoids like rutin; conditions skin, suitable for aqueous phase.

Saccharomyces Lysate Extract

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

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

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

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil

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

Sesamum Indicum Seed

Not decoded yet

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.

Sodium Gluconate

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

Potassium Gluconate

Not decoded yet

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.

Hematite

Not decoded yet

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina extract, polysaccharide-rich humectant/film former; algal source, batch variation.

Isomerized Linoleic Acid

Not decoded yet

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 boosts collagen; use 0.1–1%, formulate with lipid carriers

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

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

Whey Protein

Not decoded yet

Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone

Antioxidant that protects other actives from oxidative degradation, enhancing product shelf life and stability.

Linoleic Acid

Essential fatty acid for barrier repair and hydration; oxidizes easily, high levels may be comedogenic

Caffeine

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

Cholesterol

Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.

Tetraacetylphytosphingosine

Tetraacetyl phytosphingosine for skin and hair conditioning; ceramide analog, aids in barrier repair.

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract

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

Artemia Extract

Artemia extract with peptides/amino acids for repair and moisture; use 1–5%, ensure source consistency.

Butylene Glycol

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

Crithmum Maritimum Extract

Sea fennel extract with ocean peptides for repair and antioxidant; water-soluble, used at low concentrations as active support.

Biotin

Vitamin B7 nutrient claimant; topical effect limited, use at 1-20 ppm.

Acetyl Carnitine Hcl

Not decoded yet

Acetyl Glucosamine

Glycosaminoglycan precursor supporting skin hydration and elasticity; highly biocompatible.

Steareth-20

Not decoded yet

Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate

Stable Vitamin C derivative; water-soluble antioxidant and brightener, solubility pH-dependent

Nylon-12

Not decoded yet

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Antioxidant and soothing extract; mild abrasive properties, common in conditioning formulas

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract

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

Glycine Soja Protein

Soy-based emulsifier and conditioner; improves feel and hair shine, contains allergenic soy protein

Isononyl Isononanoate

Light, low-viscosity ester emollient; excellent spreadability, good for gels and light lotions

Sea Whip Extract

Coral extract for skin conditioning; low usage, check source stability

Sodium Citrate

Sodium citrate for buffering and chelating; adjust pH, careful with strong acid reactions.

Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone

Silicone surfactant, smooth and mild; regulates rheology and adds antistatic benefits

Phytosphingosine

Phytosphingosine barrier repair ingredient, 0.1–1%; water-soluble, good for dry skin.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.

Retinyl Palmitate

Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.

Propylene Glycol Dioctanoate

Not decoded yet

Sucrose

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

Glycosaminoglycans

Water-soluble polysaccharide film former delivering intense hydration and emollience; used in moisturizing and anti-aging formulations.

Dipeptide-2

Not decoded yet

Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Crosslinked silicone polymer providing silkiness and viscosity control; for hair and skin; inert but hard to biodegrade.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.

Trimethylsiloxysilicate

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

Isododecane

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

Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG siloxane; emulsifier/thickener; low irrit, watch PEG total conc limits

Silica

Silica powder at 1–10%; absorbs oil, thickens, provides matte finish, for oil-control products

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.

Alumina

Alumina, inorganic abrasive/thickener; nano-grade requires inhalation risk assessment.

Fragrance

Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific components

Phenoxyethanol

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

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate

Titanium Dioxide

Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention

Mica

Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required

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