Methyl Gluceth-20 – Methyl Glucose Polymer, a derivative of corn sugar and corn starch – a gentle water-retention and skin-conditioning agent. Free of added nickel and cobalt related ingredients. Free of Methylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone and related kathon-like ingredients.
“One small dark spot I’ve had on my cheekbone for maybe five to six years has DRAMATICALLY gotten lighter. I believe continued use of this product may make it disappear altogether,” she wrote. “Any time using this with a blemish has resulted in that blemish healing and zero scarring.” Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team.
During lockdown I bought a 30 ml bottle from Debenhams closing down sale. I started getting small spots on my skin so stopped using Vitamin C, the spots genifique continued so I stopped using The Ordinary retinoid but the spots continued. It’s what is recommended, and that’s how I’ve been using it from Day 1.
The anti-inflammatory action of the Roman Chamomile is due to phenolic compounds and -according to manufacturer info- it also has some nice skin toning properties. The anti-acne effect is confirmed also by US manufacturer, Barnet, that says that Lactobacillus ferment is helpful in killing harmful bacteria and creating a healthy balanced microflora. Compared to well-known anti-acne and anti-inflammatory salicylic acid the probiotic worked faster at reducing the size and redness of acne lesions.
Every day since, I have been waking up with skin that glows—proof this serum is worth all the hype. I bought the sample serum before I move on to buy the larger size so i wouldn’t make a mistake in purchasing. The serum works great in my skin, and it helps my skin to keep its moisture and maintain its tenderness during the dry season in winter. I do feel a healthy skin the next morning i wake up.
The effect of the mineral pigments can help to temporarily reduce the appearance of dark circles under eyes. Additionally, Estée Lauder added a silicone to the eye serum to give your skin a smooth, silky feel. Known as dimethicone, this ingredient is a silicon-based polymer that can prevent water loss by forming a protective barrier on top of the skin.
This serum is a great option for those looking to treat skin that feels tight, dull, or dry. Emily Algar is an Australia-based journalist and beauty expert specializing in product reviews. Her work has been published in MyDomaine, Who What Wear, and POPSUGAR.
But reached a point where I couldn’t justify the price tag. But as you said its always a comfort bottle to turn to albeit a pricey one. Honestly I have never tried an Estee Lauder product because I found them to be very expensive. BHT – Butylated Hydroxytoluene, a potent antioxidant. Some controversy around toxicity and carcinogenicity when consumed in large doses but deemed safe in low concentrations when applied topically.
As far as published research goes we could find one promising one. It showed that applying 10% bacterial extract to sensitive, reactive skin helped with better barrier function and decreased skin sensitivity. The overly confusing marketing risks putting people off a great product. After three weeks of testing the product, I can safely say it’s as good as, if not better than, its predecessor – see pictures above. Despite only being 26, years of sun damage and smoking plagued me with fine lines.