
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Pre-serum treatment
FEATURES
Hydrating, firming, refines and minimizes appearance of pores
BEST FOR
Normal skin
CHECKS
Does not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, sulfates
Who Is It For?
Not Specified Likely For AdultsWhat Does It Help With?
Hydration Firmness Pore AppearanceBudget
PremiumHow To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What La Prairie Says
Product Description:
This light yet potent hydrating and conditioning formula contains caviar water, a highly concentrated infusion with active caviar-rich components to lift and firm. Also helps to refine and minimise appearance of pores.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Caviar Water, Water (Aqua), Propanediol, Dimethicone, Glycoproteins*, Panax Ginseng Root Extract*, Equisetum Arvense Extract*, Caviar Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Seed Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Yeast Extract, Ergothioneine, Saccharide Isomerate, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Amodimethicone, Sodium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/โC10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Salicylate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Xanthan Gum, Dimethicone/โVinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Fragrance (Parfum), Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Eugenol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate
Key Ingredients
Panax Ginseng Root Extract*, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Ergothioneine, Glycerin, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment
Ingredients Details
Caviar Water
Common Name(s): Caviar water,caviar extract/water,sturgeon roe bioactive complex,luxury anti-aging protein active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers phospholipid-rich anti-aging conditioning from caviar's phosphatidylcholine/phosphatidylserine complex, omega-3 dha/epa anti-inflammatory fatty acids, and vitamin a/e/d skin conditioning from the concentrated roe nutrient profile.
Why It's Used: Caviar provides the highest combined phospholipid + omega-3 fatty acid + fat-soluble vitamin density of any natural cosmetic ingredient โ the luxury positioning reflects the genuine chemical complexity and biological activity of the roe nutrient matrix.
How It Works: Caviar phospholipids: phosphatidylcholine (40-50% total pl) provides biomimetic skin membrane conditioning; phosphatidylserine (10-15%) provides ps receptor-mediated cell renewal signalling. dha (c22:6, omega-3): anti-inflammatory through pge3 pathway; resolvin and protectin precursor for active inflammation resolution. vitamins a/d/e: nuclear receptor activation for gene regulation.
Typically Found In: Premium anti-aging,luxury beauty
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Conditional
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Sturgeon sustainability: wild sturgeon are critically endangered โ cosmetic caviar extract must come from certified aquaculture farms (primarily siberian sturgeon acipenser baerii in controlled farming). cites export permits required for trade.
Last Verified: Cosing database,caviar sturgeon roe extract luxury anti-aging review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-22
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Common Name(s): Panax ginseng root extract,botanical extract,phytochemical active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides antioxidant protection from reactive oxygen species, reduces inflammatory cytokine production in skin, and conditions skin through the plant's phytochemical complex.
Why It's Used: Natural origin narrative, traditional use heritage, and multi-functional phytochemical profile supporting concurrent skin care claims from one ingredient.
How It Works: Polyphenols, terpenoids, and alkaloids scavenge ros via hโข donation, inhibit nf-kb or cox-2 inflammatory pathways, and interact with skin surface proteins for conditioning.
Typically Found In: Botanical skin care,natural products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Plant secondary metabolites evolved as photoprotectants and antimicrobials โ mechanisms directly applicable to cosmetic antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in human skin.
Last Verified: Cosing database,panax ginseng root extract botanical review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12