topic Re: La Mer in Beauty

La Mer

mollybrownmom — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 20:25:08 GMT

I know there was a discussion about this some time back. I want to get down to one products, I have dry, red sensitive skin and am not happy with anything I've used i the last year (Estee Lauder Verite, Bobbi Brown, Kate Somerville) I see La Mer came out with a soft cream version also and I want to purchase either the original or the soft cream. Has anyone used either that can help me. I am 64 years old. Thanks in advance.

Re: La Mer

terrier3 — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 20:28:23 GMT

I use the original cream - but just in the winter.

I have had the most success first applying Argan Milk, then the cream (which seals in the moisture from the argan product.)

It's pricey, but it lasts forever...a little goes a long way!

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pinkberry — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 21:33:39 GMT

I have used the original cream for 15-20 years, started around the time I turned 30. It is wonderful. I too have dry and sensitive skin and I have never found a better moisturizer. It keeps my skin line-free, never irritates, and gives me a dewy glow. Even though its pricey, I wouldn't trade it for the world. I did try a sample of the soft cream back in the spring and did not like it as much. I thought it would be better for warm weather but it wasn't moisturizing enough for me and my skin felt dry after a few days of trying it. So I will stick with the original cream, I just use a smaller amount of it in the warmer months. Hope that helps.

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appm — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 21:38:06 GMT

Dry, sensitive skin here too. I use the original cream. Does not irritate skin and moisturizes enough for me. Last summer I decided to try the soft cream for the warmer weather. I did use the whole jar but my skin just didn't feel moisturized enough for me. So I use the original cream year round.

Re: La Mer

mollybrownmom — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 21:38:53 GMT

yes thank you that is the way I was leaning to get the original, but wanted someone with first hand experience. I'm hoping this is my holy grail and I can be done experimenting which has cost me so much money with bad results (all high end products).

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appm — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 21:45:06 GMT

If you want one product that does it all, I think you will be happy with LaMer. Of course they also sell serums, toners, eye creams, etc. But they are all a little out of my price range after buying the cream.

Re: La Mer

Kind1too — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 22:23:02 GMT

On 8/8/2014 mollybrownmom said:
yes thank you that is the way I was leaning to get the original, but wanted someone with first hand experience. I'm hoping this is my holy grail and I can be done experimenting which has cost me so much money with bad results (all high end products).

Well maybe you should have been trying mid-range products. I have found many things much less expensive by looking at the active ingredients and making my purchases that way. What are the ingredients in LeMer cream that makes it so much more expensive than most moisturizers?

Re: La Mer

appm — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 23:25:40 GMT

On 8/8/2014 Kind1too said:
On 8/8/2014 mollybrownmom said:
yes thank you that is the way I was leaning to get the original, but wanted someone with first hand experience. I'm hoping this is my holy grail and I can be done experimenting which has cost me so much money with bad results (all high end products).

Well maybe you should have been trying mid-range products. I have found many things much less expensive by looking at the active ingredients and making my purchases that way. What are the ingredients in LeMer cream that makes it so much more expensive than most moisturizers?

I think someone had posted the ingredients at one time. Who knows why this particular product works for some people, while others tried it (or not) and think it's a waste of money. When you have sensitive skin you are happy when you finally find something that works for you without irritation.

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Deanie — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 23:41:19 GMT

I use La Mer. A little goes a long way. I like the soft cream in the summer and the regular in the winter. Ask for samples.

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maestra — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 00:33:33 GMT

Dry/combo (depends on seasons) and very reactive/.sensitive skin. Love La Mer original! Lasts a long time and you don't need a lot. Naysayers here complain about the price ($$$), yet they don't buy it or use it, just bellyache to those of us here that do use it and love it. I ignore them most of the time.

Re: La Mer

Kind1too — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 00:50:49 GMT

On 8/8/2014 mp0324 said:
On 8/8/2014 Kind1too said:
On 8/8/2014 mollybrownmom said:
yes thank you that is the way I was leaning to get the original, but wanted someone with first hand experience. I'm hoping this is my holy grail and I can be done experimenting which has cost me so much money with bad results (all high end products).

Well maybe you should have been trying mid-range products. I have found many things much less expensive by looking at the active ingredients and making my purchases that way. What are the ingredients in LeMer cream that makes it so much more expensive than most moisturizers?

I think someone had posted the ingredients at one time. Who knows why this particular product works for some people, while others tried it (or not) and think it's a waste of money. When you have sensitive skin you are happy when you finally find something that works for you without irritation.

Sorry, missed that very important word, "sensitive". My skin isn't sensitive, but I do sympathize with you. I had about 10yrs that my face was broke out terribly with rosacea. Nothing seemed to help. I was desperate and willing to try almost anything. I do believe they give samples, so you can test it out before you purchase. Good luck finding a suitable solution.

Re: La Mer

AspenGrove — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 00:59:15 GMT

The good news is you can try samples for free. A little goes a long way, so the samples will give your skin a real test drive. Just go to any La Mer counter near you and ask for samples. The sales reps will be more than happy to do that. Make sure they show you how to apply the cream by rubbing between your fingers first. Creme de la Mer original is not applied like any other moisturizer. Hope it works for your dry, irritated skin as well as it has worked for so many of us, for many years.

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suzyQ3 — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 02:42:33 GMT

Seaweed (Algae) Extract, Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Petrolatum, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Extract, Microcrystalline Wax, Lanolin Alcohol, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, Magnesium Sulfate, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed, Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Meal, Sodium Gluconate, Potassium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Paraffin, Tocopheryl Succinate, Niacin, Beta-Carotene, Decyl Oleate, Aluminum Distearate, Octyldodecanol, Citric Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Magnesium Stearate, Panthenol, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Alcohol Denat., Fragrance

Re: La Mer

Kind1too — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 14:09:34 GMT

On 8/8/2014 mollybrownmom said:
yes thank you that is the way I was leaning to get the original, but wanted someone with first hand experience. I'm hoping this is my holy grail and I can be done experimenting which has cost me so much money with bad results (all high end products).

Have you seen a Dermatologist? Maybe you need an Rx.

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cassiem — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 14:56:53 GMT

I have extremely sensitive skin with rosacea, and my skin tends to be combo/oily. I have used both the original and the soft cream. I prefer the soft cream because the original is too emollient for me and leaves my skin greasy. However, since your skin is dry, it might be perfect for you. If you have a store near you that sells LaMer, it would be worth a trip in. I went to the LaMer counter in Nieman Marcus and the SA gave me tons of samples to try before I purchased.

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Katluvr58 — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 19:47:28 GMT

Please check out the asdmbeverlyhillsdotcom site, look under creams and the marine complex cream. A man has left a very long review regarding his use of LaMer vs ASDM Marine Complex. The pricing is way more reasonable and even if you don't like the product it can be returned. Who knows you may love it and it may save you some money.

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kahootz — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 20:22:11 GMT

I am in love with La Mer's soft cream. The original was way too thick for me - I have combination skin. It goes nicely over Tatcha's serum. Lately, I've been using Josie's Argan Milk - but if I'm wearing makeup I use La Mer and Tatcha.

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sablesong — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 20:31:11 GMT

I love the regular cream as well as the soft cream. During the hottest months I use the gel cream, but I am a little more towards oily. I agree, get samples! The samples are generous and enough to give a fair evaluation. Once you start purchasing, get samples to take traveling!

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Chi-town girl — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 21:03:34 GMT

On 8/9/2014 Katluvr58 said:
Please check out the asdmbeverlyhillsdotcom site, look under creams and the marine complex cream. A man has left a very long review regarding his use of LaMer vs ASDM Marine Complex. The pricing is way more reasonable and even if you don't like the product it can be returned. Who knows you may love it and it may save you some money.

I love the La Mer line, and used it for a decade until recently when I started to use Skinn and Isomers. I'm also very interested to try ASDM as these alternative lines are excellent from an ingredient perspective, results and price points. No high investments in corporate structure/staff, fancy packaging, advertising or distribution via Neiman-Marcus or other major retailers. These are the biggest reasons for the high price points of La Mer and other similar lines. I recommend that you try ASDM, Isomers or Skinn-or a combination of these lines. Great products. Great values. Great results.

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makeup maven — Sun, 10 Aug 2014 23:27:40 GMT

I have been in the cosmetics industry for over 21 years. I have been using crème la mer for over 13 years and I have see a huge difference in my skin. I have very normal to dry sensitive skin and I am able to use crème la mer with no problem. I'm in my 40's and am told my skin looks really good. I do credit crème la mer for helping my skin look hydrated, dewy and healthy. It is very expensive so I only use a small amount. I won't be without it I only wish that I worked for them hope this helps you. go by and ask them for a sample of the original crème and the soft cream you will love.