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La Mer's essence-toner — the daily-use, lower-cost entry point into the Miracle Broth line. Used as a hydrating prep step before serum and cream, this is La Mer's response to the K-beauty essence category and the most defensibly-priced product in the line ($145 vs $380 for the cream). Pat into clean, dry skin in two layers. Particularly nice as the daily prep step in a La Mer routine; works fine standalone for those who want a single splurge product without committing to the full ritual.
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The Treatment Lotion by La Mer is formulated for mature, normal, dry skin. La Mer's essence-toner — the daily-use, lower-cost entry point into the Miracle Broth line. Used as a hydrating prep step before serum and cream, this is La Mer's response to the K-beauty essence category and the most defensibly-priced product in the line ($145 vs $380 for the cream). Pat into clean, dry skin in two layers. Particularly nice as the daily prep step in a La Mer routine; works fine standalone for those who want a single splurge product without committing to the full ritual.
The key active ingredients in The Treatment Lotion are Panthenol, Lactobacillus Ferment. It's known for: the most defensibly-priced La Mer product and lighter introduction to the Miracle Broth line.
Yes, The Treatment Lotion targets dryness, dullness, fine lines. the most defensibly-priced La Mer product
The Treatment Lotion retails for around $145, which places it in the premium range for essences. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.
The main drawbacks to be aware of: still expensive ($145) for an essence; the La Mer ritual really requires the full line for full effect; fragranced.
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