La Mer • Creme de la mer moisturizer • Moisturizers

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*TOP REVIEWER* gambitlizard on 4/17/2003 9:19:00 PM more reviews by gambitlizard

Age: 30-35   Skin: Oily, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

Glad I got samples first! This is a VERY expensive cream... with 16 ounces going for $1000! It is very moisturizing - too much so for my normal/oily skin. Smells nice and "herbal." Has a HUGE cult following, but get a sample (mine was from Ebay) before splurging. It does make a nice undereye cream, but is rather expensive for that.

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Kaalexa on 4/17/2003 11:46:00 AM more reviews by Kaalexa

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I used this product a while ago. Everybody was saying it was the greatest so I REALLY wanted it to work for me. Nedless to say with my tendency to break out, this did NOT work at all. Did not like the texture, felt super greasy and it made me break out. Tried the oil absorbing moisturizer after it came out, and except for better texture it was also a bust.

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vandyz on 4/14/2003 1:08:00 AM more reviews by vandyz

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I have a very dry skin between my eyebrows and on the side of my nose. I have tried so many products, I put on Estee Night Repair, Idealist, and 100% Time Release every morning and night. Yet, the dryness always showed. This Creme De Lamer alone can help me within just the first few times used!!

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candicewails on 4/12/2003 6:58:00 AM more reviews by candicewails

Age: Unknown   Skin: Normal   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I agree it takes a little time for some people to get a hang of how to use it right, but it worked fine for me almost from the start. It's unbeatable for skin-repair. Better than Estee Lauder's Advanced Night Repair, which I used to be nuts about. If I have a zit scab or light wound, this can make everything soft and smooth real fast. In terms of value for money, I certainly think it lasts much longer than other high-end creams like Re-Nutriv, Caviar Luxe or Global Anti-age, cos you only melt a tiny dab each time to pat over your entire face. Plus, the 2oz jar already holds more product than the other 1.7oz creams, for a lower price too. I used the 1oz (30ml) sized pot every night and some days, for over a year! So I've just hardened my heart and bought the bigger pot just a few hours ago. (Goodness knows it'll probably last 2 years or something...)

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ScorpioBunny on 4/11/2003 8:40:00 PM more reviews by ScorpioBunny

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

Made me break out the first couple of nights, who can get past that!?

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*TOP REVIEWER* bitchyboss on 4/11/2003 12:10:00 PM more reviews by bitchyboss

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

great stuff - one needs patience - u see the miracle in a few weeks.

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n2ndnstuff on 4/11/2003 1:43:00 AM more reviews by n2ndnstuff

Age: 44-55   Skin: Very Dry   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I am hooked on this stuff! I have extremely dry skin and always have, but as I am aging it is getting to be a nightmare. Until I finally broke down and tried this stuff (way too pricey but worth every penny)I have had to live with an itchy, stinging, flaky face within an hour of cleaning and moisturizing. Immediately after using this I could feel a 100% difference in my skin. With consistent use I think it is fair to say it changes the molecular structure of your skin (is that really possible??), at least it makes it feel and look like new skin. Although it is very expensive if you use it sparingly a 2 oz. jar can get you through the rough months. It took me awhile to learn not to overuse it, it just makes you feel so good you think more is better - but that really isn't the case at all. I will not live another Winter without it, now I just have to try the lotion for the warmer months!

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BabyB on 4/10/2003 12:53:00 AM more reviews by BabyB

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

I love, love, love this product!!!But...I don't wear it everynight. I have acne prone skin and am using meds that make my skin dry and scaly. Creme de La Mer has really helped my skin look "normal" again. I use it 1-2 times a week and very lightly. An ounce will probably last me forever. I also love the smell, it reminds me of my mother.

***Update***I'm now on my second jar (initial purchase was 6-7 months ago) and swear I will be a customer for LIFE! After the 6-7 months I've been using this product I've noticed a signficant difference in my skin. It "glows" brighter and my dark spots/scars have faded.

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*TOP REVIEWER* ErinK on 4/9/2003 12:47:00 PM more reviews by ErinK

Age: 25-29   Skin: Dry   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

From what I hear, this is totally a YMMV item, but I'll add my two cents for what it's worth. I tried this a while back hoping it might be what the Dr ordered for my ultra dry skin. I figured if it was HG material, I could then stomach the price. Not only did it not do anything amazing for my face, after a few days I had a clogged pore problem. This is quite unusual for me, usually I can put Crisco on my face with no problems since it's so dry. It was the CDLM that did it. I returned it.

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HearArt on 4/9/2003 10:05:00 AM more reviews by HearArt

Age: 25-29   Skin: Very Dry, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Hazel    

This is an excellent moisturizing cream that is worth the price. My skin absolutely glows when I use this product. Gone forever is flaky dry looking skin. Regular exfoliation did not accomplish this, and my skin would always look flaky later in the day. An added bonus is less foundation is needed for coverage and your makeup wears much better.

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oclbgirl on 4/8/2003 12:39:00 AM more reviews by oclbgirl

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I use this mostly as an undereye cream b/c my skin is far too oily to require such a heavy moisturizer. I've been happy using this as an eye cream. It helps w/ my undereye circles and softens my undereye lines. I will sometimes use this on scars and it does speed up the scar-clearing process b/c it gradually lightens the dark scar area w/o bothering my skin. I also use it sparingly for any dry, irritated patches on my face.

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lory on 4/7/2003 2:20:00 PM more reviews by lory

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal   Hair: Other   Eyes: Blue    

This is a luxurious creme, and the packaging is elegant. However, it didn't make much of a difference in my skin tone or texture. I have combination skin, so perhaps it's mostly for those with drier skin. Since it made me break out, I thought about returning it, but didn't bother trying. I just continued to use it under my eyes.
I've found that using a creme with glycolic acid (from my derm) has made the biggest difference for me as a moisurizer w/out breakouts.

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Renee110 on 4/1/2003 11:41:00 PM more reviews by Renee110

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I really like this moisturizer. I thought it would be too heavy because it is so dense and hard to spread. But my face is never oily and the dry flaky patches beside my nose have cleared up. I don't know if it is worth what they charge, but seeing as how I have had those dry flakes for several years and even facials don't eradicate them, it's worth it for me! I took one lipstick off because of price.

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BASHADOODLE on 3/31/2003 3:24:00 PM more reviews by BASHADOODLE

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

I have oily skin that I'd dried out using Retin A and Oxy and it was a mess. Dry and flaky when I washed it and about a half hour later it would look like an oil slick. While strolling through Saks one day, the girl at the LaMer counter stopped me and gave me a sample of the cream(which alone is worth about $20). I tried it for a week, and went back for the full size jar. I alternate between this and Retin A every other night, and my face has never looked better

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tsuitsui on 3/31/2003 3:41:00 AM more reviews by tsuitsui

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I love it so much. I can see a great difference after 3 days of usage. I have combined skin type but still works well. Because of stress and allegic to coffee, I got lots of pimples on my face but after using La mer face serum and creme, I have much a mosturized face and less pimples.

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juliecorn on 3/30/2003 1:28:00 PM more reviews by juliecorn

Age: 36-43   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

This moisturizer is AWESOME! I put some on before I go to bed and by morning my skin is silky soft and firm. It even last throughout the day. Highly recommended if 40 yrs or older.

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*TOP REVIEWER* reyna on 3/29/2003 7:41:00 PM more reviews by reyna

Age: 36-43   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

Little goes a long way. Stick with the original cream instead of the new-fangled products which did nothing or worse for me (lotion, eye balm, and serum). I use the cream sparingly on dry spots. Helps with forever-flaky area by mouth.

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*TOP REVIEWER* chopstix888 on 3/27/2003 7:23:00 PM more reviews by chopstix888

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

it works well when used only at night. its very heavy and i go to bed with an oily face. in the morning, my skin looks great though! and stays moisturized even after washing. it is expensive so good if u can afford it and keep in mind that when u use it, don't skimp on the amt you use or it doesn't have much benefit. i would buy again.

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deed9696 on 3/27/2003 2:47:00 PM more reviews by deed9696

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

For years I avoided it wondering "what on earth was so special about a face cream" and why is it so expensive?! I tried some recently and I am hooked. I have dry skin in the winter, but after using it once, I am radiant and my skin is as soft as a baby's behind! So pricey, but you can make it last. Great if you can afford it.

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octoberbride on 3/27/2003 2:24:00 PM more reviews by octoberbride

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I simply cannot believe this stuff sells for $99 oz.!!!! It is sooooo greasy and smells absolutely disgusting! Reminds me of a cross between that old fashioned rose water perfume and peppermint Lifesavers. I use it mainly as an eye cream because when I do use it on my whole face, it just sits there and doensn't even absorb! I bought this as a sample on E-bay and I'm glad I did because now I know I would NEVER pay for a full size jar.

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