Orchidée Impériale The Longevity Light Cream - Refillable 50ml

The new Longevity Light Cream is Guerlain age-defying skincare that revives cell longevity at its root for visibly mastered youthfulness.
Enriched with a patented duo of hyaluronic acids*, its light formula diffuses a wave of hydrating freshness into all the layers of the epidermis.

The culmination of twenty years’ research, Guerlain has captured the exceptional power of longevity of an orchid: Vanda Coerulea. Capable of living for over one hundred years, it is known as the “flower of ten thousand generations”. Its vital force has been concentrated in the new patent filed** ORCHID LONGEVITYᵀᴹ technology.

For the first time, Guerlain has demonstrated the ability of this age-defying concentrate to revive youth connections within skin cellsat the heart of nine longevity pathways***.
Cell vitality augments by 196%****, encouraging high skin regeneration.

Each day*****, youthfulness is diffused into the epidermis******, revealing skin that is smooth, fresh and glowing with health.

* Patent pending FR 31 30156.

** Vanda Coerulea combined with a patent-pending complex FR 25 05500.

*** In vitro and ex vivo test on ingredients. Refers to cellular longevity mechanisms.

**** In vitro test on ingredients.

***** Clinical evaluation by a dermatologist, 23 women and 11 men, 2 applications per day + Consumer test, 104 women, 2 applications per day.

****** Consumer test, 104 women, 2 applications per day.

SKIN LOOKS VISIBLY YOUNGER, EACH DAY

From the first application, skin is refreshed* and mattified*. It is hydrated down to the deep layers of the epidermis for 24 hours**.

After 1 week,***
⁍ 100% of women note that their skin looks visibly transformed and its balance is maintained.
⁍ 88% state that their pores seem less visible.
⁍ 97% think that their skin is glowing with health.

After 1 month,****
⁍ Visibly corrects 12 major signs of ageing.

After 2 months, skin is full of vitality,****
⁍ +37% plumped appearance.
⁍ +33% elasticity.
⁍ +27% the outline of the face is redefined.
⁍ -25% visibility of wrinkles.
⁍ +51% luminosity.

* Instrumental test, 30 women.

** Instrumental test, 22 women and 9 men.

*** Consumer test, 104 women, 2 applications per day.

**** Clinical evaluation by a dermatologist, 23 women and 11 men, 2 applications per day.

PATENT FILED* ORCHID LONGEVITYᵀᴹ TECHNOLOGY TO ACTIVATE 9 LONGEVITY PATHWAYS**

Cellular youth relies on a set of biological mechanisms known as “longevity pathways”. With age, these pathways weaken, and the cell loses its ability to maintain skin’s youthfulness.

After 20 years’ research, Guerlain has succeeded in amplifying 9 longevity pathways**, creating ORCHID LONGEVITYᵀᴹ technology infused with the life force of the Vanda Coerulea.
For the first time, Guerlain has demonstrated its ability to target a key biological marker of ageing in skin cells – MAMs: dynamic youth connections at the heart of longevity pathways**.

Cell vitality augments by 196%***, they recover their ability to regenerate the components essential for youthful skin.

* Vanda Coerulea combined with a patent-pending complex FR 25 05500.

** In vitro and ex vivo test on ingredients.

*** In vitro test on ingredients.

THE ULTIMATE ALLIANCE OF HIGH EFFICACY, SENSORIALITY AND NATURALNESS

‣ Vanda Coerulea: A longevity prodigy, a jewel of the Guerlain Orchidarium.

Vanda Coerulea stands out among more than 30,000 orchid species for its exceptional longevity.

Capable of living for over one hundred years, it is known as “the flower of ten thousand generations”.
An epiphyte, it overhangs the canopy, wrapping its gigantic network of roots, which can reach more than ten metres long, around the tree trunks.

Its impressive biomass and wealth of phytochemicals have fascinated the Guerlain Orchidarium®’s researchers for 16 years.
They have identified more than 35 compounds of interest* in it, which have been the subject of over ten scientific publications.

‣ A wave of freshness to diffuse youthfulness to the heart of skin.

Enriched with a patented** duo of multimolecular hyaluronic acids, The Longevity Light Cream’s texture diffuses a fresh wave of hydration down to the deepest layers of the epidermis***.

Its formula, with 97% naturally-derived ingredients****, is superconcentrated in ectoine to help to protect the youth proteins from harsh temperature variations.*****
It guarantees a more even and matte complexion for skin most prone to imperfections and excess sebum.

* Phytochemical analysis of Vanda Coerulea extract.

** Patent granted FR 31 30156.

*** Instrumental test, 22 women and 9 men.

**** Calculation based on the international ISO standard 16128, including water

***** In vitro test on ingredient.

A NEW PATENT FILED* REFILL SYSTEM, AT THE FOREFRONT OF ECO-DESIGN

The new Orchidée Impériale refill is a first in terms of cosmetics eco-design:
Mainly recyclable**, it consists of 90%*** cellulose, a plant-based fibre, and incorporates a polymer film to guarantee the product’s preservation.

Ten times lighter***, this innovative system required three years’ development and the creation of new methods to assess its performance and meet Guerlain’s exacting quality standards.
More than 9,500 test pieces were produced and over 80 airtightness tests carried out.

From the first refill, the environmental impact is reduced by at least 30%.****

* Patent application filed FR 24 04336.

** Recycling an inseparable package can be complicated; however, solutions exist that may vary from country to country depending on the technologies available: 1. Specialized treatment centers. 2. Energy recovery. 3. Development of new recycling streams. It is important to inquire about local options and to drive innovation towards more sustainable materials.

*** Calculated compared to the weight of the materials in the refill.

**** Life Cycle Analysis: Comparison between 1 full product + refill vs 2 full products through Life Cycle Analysis (including materials, origin, manufacturing, transport during the launch period).

THE LONGEVITY PROTOCOL INSPIRED BY GUERLAIN SPA FACIALIST EXPERTISE

More than ever, Orchidée Impériale has been inspired by the Guerlain Spas’ comprehensive approach to longevity to support women in their global approach to youthfulness and well-being.
This collaboration has given rise to the longevity protocol, a series of massage techniques developed by the Maison’s expert facialists, conducive to visibly mastering skin’s youthfulness.

Sensory Application:

1. SHAPE: Hands crossed, drain the jawline with your thumbs through firm yet fluid motions, promoting radiance and sculpting the contours.
2. LIFT: Perform upward, energizing strokes, to lift the cheeks and mouth area. This helps smooth wrinkles and reveal your natural glow.
3. SMOOTH: With alternate uplifting movements, awaken the gaze and smooth crow’s feet lines.
4. STRETCH: Energize facial muscles with opposite strokes, to help improve the oval of the face.