Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask versus La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original .
Last updated on October 27, 2023. Published on March 31, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 22 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Wash Off Mask
Wash off masks are used to treat skin concerns: large pores, dryness, dullness, acne, and much more. They are applied preferably after cleansing (depending on the product’s instructions) and usually have to be removed within a specific time period.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask 102 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask 102 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask 102 ingredients
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer 43 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer • Cyclopentasiloxane • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil • Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride • Polysilicone-11 • Peg-100 Stearate • Peg-8 Dimethicone • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Algae Extract • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Medicago Sativa Seed Powder • Helianthus Annuus Seedcake • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Sodium Gluconate • Copper Gluconate • Calcium Gluconate • Glycine • Zinc Gluconate • Tocopheryl Succinate • Niacin • Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract • Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract • Crithmum Maritimum Extract • Eryngium Maritimum Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Silybum Marianum Extract • Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract • Humulus Lupulus Extract • Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract • Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract • Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract • Chlorella Vulgaris Extract • Saccharomyces Lysate Extract • Prunus Mume Fruit Extract • Whey Protein • Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract • Glycerin • Coenzyme A • Micrococcus Lysate • Laminaria Digitata Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract • Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract • Punica Granatum Fruit Juice • Sorbitol • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Molasses Extract • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Tourmaline • Caffeine • Linolenic Acid • Hydrogenated Lecithin • CI 77480 • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Glycosaminoglycans • Palmitoyl Oligopeptide • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer • Bifida Ferment Lysate • Alcaligenes Polysaccharides • Butylene Glycol • Tetraacetylphytosphingosine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Lecithin • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Laureth-23 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Linoleic Acid • Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline • Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate • Yeast Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Laureth-4 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate • Pentylene Glycol • Peg-8 • Potassium Sorbate • Yeast Polysaccharides • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Cyclodextrin • Maltodextrin • Sucrose • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Parfum • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • Silica • Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • Linalool • Hydroxycitronellal • Citronellol • Geraniol • Limonene • CI 61570
Algae Extract • Paraffinum Liquidum • Petrolatum • Glycerin • Isohexadecane • Microcrystalline Wax • Lanolin Alcohol • Citrus Aurantifolia Leaf Extract • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder • Medicago Sativa Seed Powder • Helianthus Annuus Seedcake • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal • Sodium Gluconate • Potassium Gluconate • Copper Gluconate • Calcium Gluconate • Glycine • Zinc Gluconate • Magnesium Sulfate • Paraffin • Tocopheryl Succinate • Niacin • Water • Beta-Carotene • Decyl Oleate • Aluminum Distearate • Octyldodecanol • Citric Acid • Cyanocobalamin • Magnesium Stearate • Panthenol • Limonene • Geraniol • Linalool • Hydroxycitronellal • Citronellol • Benzyl Salicylate • Citral • Sodium Benzoate • Alcohol Denat. • Parfum
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 25.
Algae Extract is derived from Algae. Algae is an informal term for a group of aquatic organisms that can photosynthesize. It is estimated there are at least 30,000 types of Algae.
Algae contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Algae can also help with soothing and hydrating skin.
Many different types of algae have different benefits.
Learn more about Algae ExtractLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 13.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sesame oil comes from sesame seeds. Sesame oil is rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E.
It has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The phenolic compounds of this ingredient (including vitamin E) give it these properties.
Unrefined sesame oil has a comedogenic rating of 3, while refined sesame oil has a rating of 1. This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
The fatty acids in sesame oil include linoleic acid (41%), oleic acid (39%), palmitic acid (8%), stearic acid (5%), and some small traces of others.
Learn more about Sesamum Indicum Seed OilLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Medicago Sativa Seed Powder.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 15.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 12.
Helianthus Annuus Seedcake is an exfoliant and isn't fungal acne safe.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 16.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 13.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal comes from the Sweet Almond tree. This sweet almond seed meal is the residue from expressing almond oil.
As an abrasive, it can help exfoliate the top layer of skin.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 14.
This oil is derived from the leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, a type of Eucalyptus tree native to Australia.
Though this oil shows antibacterial and antioxidant activity, it is also a known skin-irritant due to its fragrance components.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 10.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 15.
We don't have a description for Copper Gluconate.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Calcium Gluconate.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 18.
Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins. It is already present in our skin as our bodies produce them naturally.
Glycine helps keep skin hydrated and reduce signs of aging. Amino acids help transport moisture throughout our skin; glycine already plays a role in helping keep our skin moisturized.
As collagen is made up of glycine and other amino acids, it is believed Glycine may help our skin produce more collagen. Collagen helps keep skin plump and firm.
Learn more about GlycineLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 19.
We don't have a description for Zinc Gluconate.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 20.
Tocopheryl Succinate is an antioxidant.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 24.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 23.
Niacin is the other form of B3, with the other being niacinamide. The two have similar skin benefits: reducing inflammation, strengthening the skin barrier, and fading dark spots.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 25.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 26.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 11.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 44.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 4.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 92.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 43.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 98.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 36.
Hydroxycitronellal is a fragrance created from citronellal. The smell of hydroxycitronellal is often described as "citrus-like" or "melon-like".
Hydroxycitronellal is a known EU allergen and may cause irritation when applied to the skin.
La Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 99.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 37.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 100.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 38.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 101.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 35.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLa Mer The Lifting and Firming Mask contains this as ingredient number 102.
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizer Original contains this as ingredient number 34.
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