ORCHIDÉE IMPÉRIALE
The skincare and make-up high perfection
Luxuriously creamy and velvety, The Foundation Concentrate combines Orchidée Impériale technologies with Guerlain’s foundation expertise for the ultimate in skincare/make-up perfection. Replenished, smoothed and rid of its imperfections, skin is illuminated with pure radiance. Day after day, it glows with renewed youth and a luminous translucency.
Pure concentration of innovation, this foundation’s formula simultaneously combines age-defying power, exceptional light, intense hydration and flawless 10-hour wear. The delightfully voluptuous texture of The Foundation Concentrate offers perfect glide, instantly melting into the skin upon application. Composed of 72.5% naturally-derived ingredients¹, it offers extreme softness for an even, natural finish.
Paired with The Foundation Concentrate, the kabuki brush is designed to ensure expert application and a flawless make-up result.
Available in five shades.
¹Based on ISO 16128 standard, including water. The remaining 27.5% of the ingredients help optimise the formula’s long-lasting effectiveness and sensoriality.
Pure concentration of innovation, this foundation’s formula simultaneously combines age-defying power, exceptional light, intense hydration and flawless 10-hour wear. The delightfully voluptuous texture of The Foundation Concentrate offers perfect glide, instantly melting into the skin upon application. Composed of 72.5% naturally-derived ingredients¹, it offers extreme softness for an even, natural finish.
Paired with The Foundation Concentrate, the kabuki brush is designed to ensure expert application and a flawless make-up result.
Available in five shades.
¹Based on ISO 16128 standard, including water. The remaining 27.5% of the ingredients help optimise the formula’s long-lasting effectiveness and sensoriality.
Capacity :
30 ML
Age-defying and radiant powers for an exceptional complexion
AFTER ONE APPLICATION
Hydration¹: 24h
Skin radiance²: +40%
Perfection¹: 10h
AFTER 28 DAYS³
Women say that skin seems replenished : +48%
¹Instrumental test, 10 volunteers, results after 24h, single application, France. ²Clinical assessment by dermatologist, 22 Caucasian women, result after 10 hours, single application, France. ³Self-assessment by scoring, 32 Asian women, result after 28 days of one daily use, Japan.
Hydration¹: 24h
Skin radiance²: +40%
Perfection¹: 10h
AFTER 28 DAYS³
Women say that skin seems replenished : +48%
¹Instrumental test, 10 volunteers, results after 24h, single application, France. ²Clinical assessment by dermatologist, 22 Caucasian women, result after 10 hours, single application, France. ³Self-assessment by scoring, 32 Asian women, result after 28 days of one daily use, Japan.
The orchid, wonder of longevity and light
At the heart of this exceptional care, two technologies capitalising on the orchid's extraordinary repleneshing power.
THE CELL RESPIRATION™ TECHNOLOGY
The Foundation Concentrate is enriched with the Cell Respiration™ technology which concentrates the exceptional replenishment power drawn from an extraordinary duo of orchids. It helps regulate cellular respiration, fight oxygen deficiency and improve skin revitalisation¹. Signs of ageing are visibly improved.
THE ORCHID NOBLE NIGHT™ TECHNOLOGY
The exclusive Orchid Noble Light™ technology, inspired by epigenetics, acts holistically on the main sources of skin dullness, preserves its translucency and reveals a smooth, radiant face.
¹In vitro test on ingredients.
THE CELL RESPIRATION™ TECHNOLOGY
The Foundation Concentrate is enriched with the Cell Respiration™ technology which concentrates the exceptional replenishment power drawn from an extraordinary duo of orchids. It helps regulate cellular respiration, fight oxygen deficiency and improve skin revitalisation¹. Signs of ageing are visibly improved.
THE ORCHID NOBLE NIGHT™ TECHNOLOGY
The exclusive Orchid Noble Light™ technology, inspired by epigenetics, acts holistically on the main sources of skin dullness, preserves its translucency and reveals a smooth, radiant face.
¹In vitro test on ingredients.
A dual of make-up technologies for a perfectly enhanced complexion
15 YEARS OF RESEARCH ON THE ORCHID AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY
The orchid, a rare and precious raw ingredient, is the very essence of the exceptional complete care range Orchidée Impériale. A genuine longevity prodigy, the orchid is the most developed species in the plant kingdom. Convinced of its outstanding potential, Guerlain has set up its first ever research centre ever to be devoted to a single ingredient: the Orchidarium®.
This unique research centre revealed the extraordinary powers of a duo of orchids – including Gastrodia elata, an orchid essential to traditional Chinese medicine -, selected from among more than 30,000 species, forming the core of the latest Cell Respiration™ Technology in the Orchidée Impériale The Cream.
For 10 years, Guerlain has been committed to the preservation of orchids in their natural environment. 10,000 orchids have been reintroduced in the Tianzi Nature Reserve in Yunnan, China, one of the world's original birthplaces of orchids.
The Foundation Concentrate is composed of 72,5% of naturally derived ingredients*.
*Based on ISO standard 16128, including water. The remaining 27,5% contribute to optimizing the formula’s integrity over time and its sensorial texture.
THE WATER LOCK TECHNOLOGY
Formulated with 3D polymers, the Water Lock technology forms a mesh on the skin's surface to gradually deliver moisturising ingredients, allowing it to remain intensely hydrated and luminous.
THE COLOUR LOCK TECHNOLOGY
Immediately after applying The Foundation Concentrate, skin appears lastingly more beautiful. The Colour Lock technology features a dual combination of polymers that prevent pigments from bleeding into wrinkles and fine lines. Simply spectacular, this technology helps maintain a natural, even complexion.
The art of gesture: the kabuki brush
Paired with The Foundation Concentrate, the kabuki brush is designed to ensure expert application and a flawless make-up result. With its intensely soft and flexible bristles, this new, cutting-edge applicator offers the skin a gentle micro-massage.
An expert application for a perfect result
Apply The Orchidée Impériale Foundation Concentrate using the kabuki brush, after The Micro-Lift Concentrate and The Cream.
Step 1: dispense one measure of foundation onto the back of your hand for natural coverage or two measures for higher coverage.
Step 2: with the brush, take up the foundation and dab onto the face, starting with the forehead, nose, chin, and right and left cheekbones.
Step 3: smooth the foundation outward from the centre of the face using upward movements.
Step 4: blend in using circular movements for an even result.
Step 5: with the brush, tap areas that require higher coverage.
IN THE NAME OF BEAUTY
GUERLAIN IS COMMITTED AND TAKES ACTIONS
Since 2007, Guerlain is committed to preserving biodiversity, innovating sustainably, acting for the climate and creating a positive social impact. Above all, we seek to protect one of Nature’s most precious wonders: bees.
DiscoverTHE ORCHIDARIUM®: THE FIRST RESEARCH CENTRE EVER DEDICATED TO THE ORCHID
GUERLAIN'S COMMITMENT TO PROTECTING ORCHIDS
For more than 10 years, Guerlain has been committed to protecting orchids in their natural environment. 20,000 orchids have been replanted in the Tianzi natural reserve in Yunnan, China, one of the birthplaces of orchids in the world.
DISCOVER
The imperial ritual
To benefit from all the power of the science of longevity, the combination of The Essence-in-Lotion with The Micro-Lift Concentrate, The Cream and The Eye & Lip Contour Cream is the perfect exceptional ritual. These four complementary skincare products optimise the most advanced Orchidée Impériale age-defying performance. Their deluxe textures offer skin a unique sensory experience and comfort.
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