Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of La Mer The Treatment Lotion versus La Mer The Tonic .
Last updated on October 23, 2023. Published on February 15, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 29 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Toner
Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.
Ingredient Info
La Mer The Treatment Lotion 70 ingredients
La Mer The Tonic 35 ingredients
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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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La Mer The Treatment Lotion 70 ingredients
La Mer The Tonic 35 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion 70 ingredients
La Mer The Tonic 35 ingredients
Water • Algae Extract • Glycerin • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane • Sucrose • Yeast Extract • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Medicago Sativa Seed Powder • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal • Helianthus Annuus Seedcake • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Sodium Gluconate • Copper Gluconate • Calcium Gluconate • Glycine • Zinc Gluconate • Tocopheryl Succinate • Niacin • Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder • Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract • Laminaria Digitata Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Plankton Extract • Palmaria Palmata Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Butylene Glycol • Caffeine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Glycereth-26 • Alcaligenes Polysaccharides • Trehalose • Lactobacillus Ferment • Sea Salt • Tourmaline • Urea • Sodium PCA • Glycine Soja Protein • Glycosaminoglycans • Glycine Soja Seed Extract • Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Peg-8 • Magnesium Chloride • Calcium Chloride • Sodium Sulfate • Potassium Phosphate • Potassium Nitrate • Pentylene Glycol • Triacetin • Lecithin • Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 • Jojoba Wax Peg-120 Esters • Polysorbate 20 • Polyquaternium-51 • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Alcohol Denat. • Parfum • Limonene • Linalool • Hydroxycitronellal • Citronellol • Geraniol • BHT • Disodium EDTA • Potassium Sorbate • Chlorphenesin • Sorbic Acid • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Glycereth-26 • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • 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 • Butylene Glycol • Ppg-28-Buteth-35 • Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 • Sodium Hyaluronate • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Polysorbate 20 • Sucrose • Caffeine • Disodium EDTA • Benzophenone-4 • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Parfum • Linalool • CI 19140 • CI 17200
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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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 5.
Methyl Gluceth-20 is a humectant. Humectants help draw moisture from the air to your skin.
It is created by combining polyethylene glycol with glucose.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 2.
Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseLa Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 8.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Medicago Sativa Seed Powder.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 10.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 9.
Helianthus Annuus Seedcake is an exfoliant and isn't fungal acne safe.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 11.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
La Mer The Tonic 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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 11.
We don't have a description for Copper Gluconate.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for Calcium Gluconate.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 15.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Zinc Gluconate.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 17.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 15.
Tocopheryl Succinate is an antioxidant.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 18.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Laminaria Saccharina Extract.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateLa Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 26.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 22.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 27.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 19.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.
Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineLa Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 27.
Glycereth-26 is a synthetic ingredient and polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin. Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin and helps keep your skin moisturized.
It is a humectant and helps add texture to products. It can make your product thicker.
As a humectant, it helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps your skin stay hydrated.
Learn more about Glycereth-26La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 31.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Ppg-5-Ceteth-20.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 53.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 21.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 55.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 59.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 61.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 33.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTALa Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 66.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 28.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateLa Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 67.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 31.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
La Mer The Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 70.
La Mer The Tonic contains this as ingredient number 30.
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La Mer The Tonic 35 ingredients
Not for oily skin
My combination oily skin hated this product. It irritated and added texture to my skin. I will not use again. I was surprised given the ingredients. Just not for me.
Not for oily skin
My combination oily skin hated this product. It irritated and added texture to my skin. I will not use again. I was surprised given the ingredients. Just not for me.
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