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Lancôme skincare

Lancôme is a French skincare brand founded in 1935 and owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 1964.

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Lancôme is deeply loved for its thoughtful array of moisturizers, eye products, serums, toners, and more, which are carefully formulated with nourishing glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and adenosine. Its products suit sensitive skin and mature skin best, thanks to these gentle and restorative active ingredients. For targeted concerns, the brand offers standout solutions such as the Tonique Confort for acne-prone skin, the Advanced Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate for skin with dark spots, and the Advanced Genifique Night Cream for mature skin. Together, these key ingredients work harmoniously to improve skin hydration and barrier function, lengthen the effect of wrinkle reduction, and visibly smooth the complexion.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018

This page covers some of the most popular Lancôme products; for the whole Lancôme range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 49.9k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Lancôme for deep hydration, lightweight textures, and a smooth and glowing complexion. The most common complaints are high price points and strong fragrance.

Highlights

  • Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “keeps the skin soft and hydrated — HYDRA ZEN”
    • “The product provides deep hydration and visible rejuvenation. — Advanced Génifique Night Cream”
    • “melts into skin — Absolue Precious Oil”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs quickly — RÉNERGIE”
    • “lightweight texture that absorbs quickly and penetrates into my skin without feeling heavy or greasy — HYDRA ZEN”
    • “Absorbs effortlessly into my skin, feels thick but not oily. — Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
  • Lightweight and textured serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs almost instantly — Génifique Ultimate”
    • “Absorbs within seconds — Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate”
  • Improves skin texture Mostly Mentioned
    • “Skin feels cushiony soft — Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate”
    • “pores looked more refined — Génifique Ultimate”
  • Pleasant scent Mostly Mentioned
    • “smells like fresh roses and honey — Tonique Confort”
    • “smells like fresh roses — Tonique Douceur”
  • Soothes sensitive skin Often Mentioned
    • “I have very sensitive skin and can't use many products... my skin has been 'glass-skin'. — Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
    • “works great on my sensitive skin — HYDRA ZEN”
    • “If you have any redness, it also soothes the irritation too. — Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
  • High price point Mostly Mentioned
    • “super expensive — Absolue Precious Oil”
    • “expensive as hell — RÉNERGIE”
    • “bit of a splurge — Génifique Ultimate”
  • Strong fragrance Sometimes Noted
    • “My only issue with it is the fragrance. — Hydra Zen Gel Cream”
    • “scent is too strong — Absolue Revitalizing Eye Cream”
    • “overwhelming fragrance — Absolue Precious Oil”
  • Subtle results Sometimes Noted
    • “didn't notice much change in wrinkles — Génifique Ultimate”
    • “Did absolutely nothing — Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate”
    • “didn't see major changes — Absolue Revitalizing Eye Cream”

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Questions and answers

Is Lancôme good for oily skin?

Lancôme has mixed results for oily skin, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine Average for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the moisturizers are lightweight and fast-absorbing, though some products may cause issues for oily skin.

Is Lancôme worth it?

Lancôme may be worth it for shoppers seeking deep hydration and soothing care, though reviewers often note a high price point and strong fragrance. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Average across major skin types. Key ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid help support skin hydration.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What are Lancôme's best products?

Lancôme does not have a single set of best products, as fit varies by skin type, but the brand fits sensitive skin, mature skin, and acne-prone skin best. Reviewers most often note deep hydration and lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturizers and serums across the range.

Which Lancôme moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Absolue Precious Oil is the best Lancôme moisturizer for dry skin, as Lovi rates it High for dry skin. Advanced Génifique Night Cream also rates High, while Hydra Zen Gel Cream rates Average for dry skin.

Does Lancôme cause breakouts?

Lancôme is unlikely to cause breakouts for the brand as a whole, and Lovi rates acne-prone skin Average for Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate and Tonique Confort. Reviewers mostly mention that the moisturizers are lightweight and fast-absorbing.

Is Lancôme fragrance-free?

No, the Lancôme products on this page are not all fragrance-free, as only 3 of the 14 items list no fragrance. Reviewers sometimes note a strong fragrance alongside the generally pleasant scent.

What are the key ingredients in Lancôme products?

The key ingredients in Lancôme products include glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and adenosine. Topical glycerin and hyaluronic acid help support skin hydration and quality.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

How do I build a Lancôme skincare routine?

To build a Lancôme skincare routine for dry skin in the morning, start with the Crème Radiance cleanser, follow with the Tonique Confort hydrating toner, apply the RÉNERGIE moisturizer, and finish with Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen. In the evening, use the Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover as a pre-cleanser, repeat the cleanser, apply the Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate serum, and finish with the RÉNERGIE moisturizer. Once a week, add the Vita Essential Mask into the evening routine after cleansing.

Where can I buy Lancôme, and how much does it cost?

Lancôme is available in Canada on this page, with prices ranging from CA$50.00 to CA$270.00 and most products falling between CA$62.00 and CA$200.00.

What are good alternatives to Lancôme?

Good alternatives to Lancôme with similar pages on Lovi include La Roche-Posay, Caudalie, and Bioderma. Lovi rates La Roche-Posay routines Higher across dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin types than Lancôme routines.

Lancôme vs La Roche-Posay: which is better?

La Roche-Posay is better for most skin types, as Lovi rates La Roche-Posay routines Superior for dry and sensitive skin, and High for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, compared to Average ratings for Lancôme across all those skin types.

Who owns Lancôme, and where is it from?

Lancôme is a French brand founded in 1935, owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 1964.

loreal.comen.wikipedia.orgcosmeticsbusiness.com

Is Lancôme cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Lancôme as cruelty-free.

Is Lancôme good for dry skin?

Lancôme is moderately suited for dry skin, with Lovi rating the routine for dry skin as Average. For dry skin specifically, products like Tonique Confort and Absolue Precious Oil fit well with a High rating, though others range down to Caution. Reviewers often mention deep hydration across the range, and key ingredients like glycerin help support moisture levels.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which Lancôme cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Lancôme cleansers on this page for oily skin are Crème Radiance, which Lovi rates Warning for oily skin.

Is Lancôme good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Lancôme is a suitable choice, as Lovi rates sensitive skin as one of the skin types the brand fits best. Reviewers often note that the brand's products help soothe sensitive skin, and key ingredients like glycerin help provide deep hydration.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Is Lancôme good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Lancôme is a good match for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Average for this skin type and highlights products like Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate. Reviewers often mention that Lancôme helps soothe sensitive skin and delivers deep hydration.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Is Lancôme good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, Lancôme has products that fit skin with dark spots well, as Lovi rates Génifique Ultimate, Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate, and Tonique Confort High or Average for skin with dark spots. Reviewers often mention that Lancôme improves skin texture and provides deep hydration. Topical hyaluronic acid, found in Lancôme products, may help improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Is Lancôme good for mature skin?

Yes, Lancôme is good for mature skin, as sensitive skin, mature skin, and acne-prone skin are among the skin types the brand fits best. Lovi rates the Lancôme-focused routine Average for dry skin and sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention that Lancôme helps soothe sensitive skin and provides deep hydration.

Research behind Lancôme's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

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