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Sun May 24, 2009 11:15 am  |
| I have been reading some reviews and am very tempted to splurge with a gift card I got from Mother's Day to Sak's. I just wondered if anyone has taken the plunge. |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Sun May 24, 2009 5:52 pm |
| Actually it is La Mer. I went to Saks and got a bunch of samples for the creme, cleansing gel and the lifting Serum. Very pricey and I hear JLo swears by it. I read some good reviews so I will give it a chance and see. |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Mon May 25, 2009 4:24 am |
If it gets too pricey for you, some companies have "DIY" Creme de la mer and some people who've tried it said they got the same results.
You can inquire in the DIY forum if it interests you. |
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37, light brown hair, green eyes, very fair skin. Oily T zone, broken capillaries... Current regime: Tretinoin 0.05% every night, hydroquinone 4% twice per day, lachydran every other day, random moisturizers and sunscreen |
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Mon May 25, 2009 5:36 am |
Years ago I purchased the eye cream for AUD$240 - quite possibly the most stupid thing I've ever done! I have also used the face cream and didn't find anything special about it. Personally I think allot of the high end creams are 90% hype and 10% effectiveness - but that's just me. I'd rather stick with Retin-A.
As Josee said, you can go to Skinactives website and find similar ingredients to make your own version. |
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Born 1950. There's a new cream on the market that gets rid of wrinkles - you smear it on the mirror!! |
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Mon May 25, 2009 8:06 am |
I heard that the Nivea in the blue tin (not available in the US) is almost identical. Some sellers on ebay try to pass it off as the same.
I think I have got enough in the samples for 6 months, so that should give it enough time for a valid try.
It does smell very luxurious though! |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Mon May 25, 2009 11:26 am |
| I only tried a sample of its gel - feels good on skin but don't see much difference after finishing the little jar. But I've heard people say the creme is the best among its products. |
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Mon May 25, 2009 5:32 pm |
| I am trying to get the hang of the application. You have to warm it into your hands until it creates a "broth". Just wondered if anybody has had any experience with that. |
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Mon May 25, 2009 6:45 pm |
I've bought about 2 jars of this in my life and still have one - I use it very, very rarely. IMO, it really is a waste of money, no better than the Nivea or Cetaphil cream in the tub that you can get in any drugstore.
The business of warming it between the fingers to create what they call a "broth" is important because if you don't do this, it will not absorb into the skin at all - it'll just sit on top being greasy. It doesn't exactly turn into a "broth," but it needs to be melted somewhat by the warmth of your fingers to make the texture thinner & spreadable, so it'll actually soak into the skin a bit and not be unpleasant on. When this technique is followed, it's a very good moisturizer for dry skin.
But it's nothing special, and absolutely doesn't warrant the ridiculous price tag! |
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48. Using 302/NCN/Skinactives products, grab-bag of facial exercises, occasional gadgets. |
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Mon May 25, 2009 7:28 pm |
| I think it is to expensive. |
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Mon May 25, 2009 8:21 pm |
| I only tried the sample too. felt not bad but did not notice much difference when i finished the little jar. So did not buy the full size. |
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Tue May 26, 2009 12:44 pm |
The reason why you have to warm it up before applying is that one of the main ingredients is petroleum jelly! If you don't warm it up, your skin won't absorb it!
Don't waste your money. |
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Tue May 26, 2009 11:10 pm |
| I actually love LaMer and think it is one of the best moisturiser I have used. My skin feel more radiant when I use it. I don't get the same effect from Dermalogica skin smoothing cream. |
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Wed May 27, 2009 7:06 am |
| I will say that say far I am loving it. It smells so luxurious and it soaks in very nicely. I have used aquaphor during really dry skin times and my skin does well with it, so I like the petroleum jelly part. It does soak in and isn't greasy at all after a few minutes, so it hydrates well. It takes such a small amount I can see a full size jar lasting a very long time, so that evens out the expense ration as I can go through a 20.00 bottle of olay in three to four months. I have heard people say a jar can last one to two years depending on if you use it night and day. I am testing the reduced pore theory to see if that will hold true. If that happens, it will be on my list. |
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Wed May 27, 2009 8:18 pm |
It does improve & minimize my pores. Even though I only use once a week but i can see the improvement it does to my skin. I thought it was going to last for 3 months but hope it does last over a year now, which will my money well-worth.  |
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Thu May 28, 2009 6:45 am |
| I found it to fragrant.It did nothing special for my skin and I don't buy the story behind it's inception |
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Thu May 28, 2009 7:36 am |
For me, the main reason I am trying it is for the pore minimizing. If it does that, I will buy some past my sample. The sample was a nice jar that looks like enough for 6 months.
Does anyone know what amount to use? I thought I had read somewhere to use an amount about the size of two small peas.
The smell wears off very fast, I only notice it when I first put it on, and then it disappears. |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Thu May 28, 2009 8:07 am |
AnnieR,
Yes, The original direction was to use pea size balls- warm in hand- and smooth over face.. |
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Thu May 28, 2009 1:55 pm |
| I, like Keliu, spent $240 on this cream....and can tell you it is a waste of money. I have found much better creams here EDS that do not cost 1/3 of what this over priced stuff with cost you...and with much better results from the EDS creams. |
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Moderately fair, dry, prone to break outs on chin, sun damage, 30s. |
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Thu May 28, 2009 3:46 pm |
That seems to be the common consensus so far! I am glad I had free samples and have saved my gift card. Unless a miracle occurs before the sample runs out, I am with you guys!  |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Thu May 28, 2009 4:31 pm |
| AnnieR wrote: |
| For me, the main reason I am trying it is for the pore minimizing. If it does that, I will buy some past my sample. |
Those pesky pores, yeesh! The older we get, the bigger they get, and nothing can shrink them permanently..
A little egg white mask is the best thing I know of to *temporarily shrink* them, and it isn't harmful to the skin..
As for the Creme De La Mer, here are the ingredients for those interested;
Seaweed (Algae) Extract
Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum): emollient
Petrolatum (Vaseline) occlusive
Glycerin: humectant
Isohexadecane: thickening agent and emulsifier
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Extract
Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina): commonly used thickening agent
Lanolin Alcohol: emollient, very closely resembles your skin's natural oils
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil: emolllient, can be irritating to those with very sensitive skin
Eucalyptus Globules (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil: thought to have anti-bacterial or anti-viral properties on the skin
Magnesium Sulfate
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seeds: Sesame oil is an emolllient, can be irritating to those with very sensitive skin.
Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Seeds: thought to improve healing, contains a large number of vitamins and minerals.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seeds: Sunflower oil is known to possess emollient properties, however the seeds are included as part of the Miracle Broth.
Runus Dulcis (Powdered Almonds) [sodium, Potassium, Copper, Calcium, Magnesium, And Zinc Gluconate]
Paraffin: occlusive
Vitamin E Succinate
Niacin: Vitamin B3
Beta-carotene
Decyl Oleate: emollient
Aluminum Distearate: emulsifier
Octyldodecanol: emulsifier with emollient properties
Citric Acid: used to adjust the pH
Cyanocobalamin: Vitamin B12
Magnesium Stearate: thickening agent
Panthenol: humectant
Limonene: Oil derived from the peels of citrus fruits such as lemon and lime
Geraniol: A derivative of geraniums, this fragrance can cause skin allergies
Linalool: A floral fragrance
Hydroxycitronellal: Another floral fragrance
Citronellol: fragrance
Benzyl Salicylate: fragrance
Citral: lemon fragrance
Methylchloroisothiazolinone: preservative
Methylisothiazolinone: preservative
Alcohol Denat: Denaturized alcohol
Fragrance |
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♥I'm flattered by all the lovely PM's, but I don't get here much these days. Please don't be afraid to post your quearies to other DIY members who will be glad to help you (or sell you their wares..lol) Still happy with LED, dermarolling and a DIY antioxidant regime. Peace & Hugs to all.♥ |
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Thu May 28, 2009 6:02 pm |
| I also love Creme de la Mer. When I need a super rich moisturizer it is the best and does a superb job of hydrating super dry skin. It also does a great job of calming my skin when it's in an irritated state. I always keep a jar on hand for the times that I really need it. However, I must say that I don't understand all the fuss about the price. I have seen less hydrating moisturizers at double the price of La Mer. If you don't expect any miracles I think La Mer does have some benefits to offer. |
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Thu May 28, 2009 6:31 pm |
| leeleedeedee wrote: |
| However, I must say that I don't understand all the fuss about the price. I have seen less hydrating moisturizers at double the price of La Mer. If you don't expect any miracles I think La Mer does have some benefits to offer. |
Creme de La Mer retails for around AUD$544.00 for 2oz - if you think that's good value you're obviously not as strapped for cash as me, so good on ya! I know that high-end products are starting to creep up to around the $1,000 mark and beyond but I just can't believe that any cream can really be worth that amount - I'd rather spend the money on more invasive treatments or fillers (and, of course, they can be a waste of money too!) |
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Born 1950. There's a new cream on the market that gets rid of wrinkles - you smear it on the mirror!! |
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Thu May 28, 2009 6:38 pm |
| AnnieR wrote: |
| I am trying to get the hang of the application. You have to warm it into your hands until it creates a "broth". Just wondered if anybody has had any experience with that. |
I never see it "broth".
I have used the creme and gel creme, I think it just a moisture creme, not special as they said. |
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Thu May 28, 2009 8:13 pm |
This thread is enough to make me want to hang a shingle outside my door..  |
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♥I'm flattered by all the lovely PM's, but I don't get here much these days. Please don't be afraid to post your quearies to other DIY members who will be glad to help you (or sell you their wares..lol) Still happy with LED, dermarolling and a DIY antioxidant regime. Peace & Hugs to all.♥ |
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Fri May 29, 2009 2:12 am |
| I dont like its fragrance.i perfer pharmanent cosmetics .It really did some special for my skin |
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