Nothing says luxury skincare quite like a small tub of La Mer’s Creme de la Mer moisturising cream. Sitting at an eye-watering $355 AUD for 50ml (yes, really), one swipe of this on the skin promises all-day hydration while repairing signs of ageing. While spending $300+ on a moisturiser seems ridiculous to most, it’s the brand’s ‘Miracle Broth’ that makes it a holy grail for many skincare enthusiasts.
However, if you’re looking for a much more affordable alternative, let us introduce you to an iconic duo that has proven to give similar results to La Mer’s Creme de La Mer.
Yes, we’re talking about the iconic cream by Nivea – built on 100 years of Nivea skincare expertise and a household staple for many. Chances are, you already have a pot of the Nivea Creme lying around, or it’s something you used religiously back in the day. The formula provides protective care for the skin (in other words, it’s thick) and is perfect for areas of the skin that need a bit of TLC. Its occlusive base is very similar to that of La Mer’s Creme de la Mer. It sits on top of the skin to lock in moisture.
As mentioned, La Mer’s Creme de la Mer is known for its ‘Miracle Broth’ formula, which uses cell-renewing ocean botanicals to deliver all day hydration. Add a few drops of The Ordinary’s Marine Hyaluronics to draw water into the skin, then apply a layer of Nivea Creme will seal in the moisture. Chef’s kisses.
Key Ingredients: The Ordinary’s Marine Hyaluronics combines exopolysaccharides from skin-friendly bacteria, Hawaiian red algae, glycoproteins from Antartic marine sources, micro-filtered blue-green algae and amino acids to target hydration below the skin’s surface. The Nivea Creme features lanolin alcohol, which seals in hydration.
Why We Love It: The results of mixing two incredibly affordable yet high-quality products to create a luxurious all-day cream is well worth the extra step in our routine.