I have been a La Prairie devotee for years. So much so, many of my former go-to products have been long discontinued. I was hoping, at this price point, that Extrait of Skin Caviar Firming Complex would produce similar results as their no longer available Cellular something-or-other serum. It was immediately brightening, reducing fine lines and large pores, giving you a dewy, polished complexion, that only got better with continued use. I have been using this for 2 months, vigilantly, and I see NONE of the promised benefits! Initially, I was using as directed, AM and PM. However, I found it too oily (for my normal to dry skin; 57 years old; minimal lines/sun damage) for daytime use, under my tinted SPF, so then I began using it nightly, only. Plus, it smells like dirty laundry!! A swing and a miss with this high ticket item! Disappointed!
I would only recommend using this at night as it is extremely hydating and I fnd after a few hours of wear it doesn't sit well under makeup. But I can say at the end of the day after cleansing my face, it really quenches my skins thirst. My skin feels so hydated with this little guy, and after a few weeks of using I was able to tell a difference in firmness. I've had it for about 7 months now and my skin has only got better with La Prairie Extrait of Skin Caviar Firming Complex. The price is very reasonable and it does what it says.
I use this every morning after my serum. It is great for under foundation as it is not oily yet quite hydrating. Only a small pump is needed for the face and neck.
