When should you use this plumping serum on dehydrated skin?
The Même Plumping Serum is a concentrated fluid that is applied before your moisturizer, in the morning and/or evening, to the face, neck, and décolletage. It combines polyglutamic acid in two molecular weights, a lipophilic derivative of hydroxyproline (Sepilift DPHP), active calendula cells, and aloe vera juice powder. It is classified as an anti-wrinkle facial serum, with a formula designed primarily for sensitive skin.
Its primary function isto intensely hydrate dehydrated and/or mature skin. Polyglutamic acid, a water-binding polymer, forms a hydrating veil on the skin’s surface that the cream then seals in. Aloe vera provides a refreshing sensation upon application. Skin that feels tight by the end of the day, shows fine lines at the slightest frown, or where makeup “clings” to dry areas is typically skin that lacks moisture.
The serum also aims to restore the skin’s elasticity, firmness, and plumpness. Hydroxyproline is an amino acid that makes up collagen: its lipophilic form, combined with calendula, helps maintain the skin’s resilience over the course of several weeks. The serum thus helps visibly reduce wrinkles and fine lines, particularly the fine lines caused by dehydration that form around the eyes and mouth.
It is especially helpful during times when the skin feels uncomfortable—such as due to heating, wind, seasonal changes, short nights, or when the skin has become fragile and requires gentler care. Its fluid texture spreads easily with a gentle press of the palms, leaving no sticky residue; it blends seamlessly under both moisturizer and makeup.
A serum is not a complete skincare treatment: it concentrates active ingredients, but it does not retain moisture on its own. We recommend following it with Même La Crème for the face, whose lipids seal in the treatment and limit the evaporation of the moisture provided by the serum. The fluid delivers moisture and active ingredients, while the cream locks them in: the two steps complement each other rather than duplicating one another.
How do you apply the Même Plumping Serum?
Directions for Use
In the morning and/or evening, on thoroughly cleansed skin, dispense 2 pumps of serum and gently press it into the entire face, neck, and décolleté with your palms. Finish with a light massage before applying the face cream, followed by sunscreen in the morning.
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Precautions
- For external use only.
- If undergoing radiation therapy: Do not apply the serum to the treated area before sessions.
- If you are undergoing cancer treatment: consult your healthcare team before adding a new product to your skincare routine.
- Calendula belongs to the Asteraceae family: do not use if you have a known allergy to this family (chamomile, arnica, marigold) or to any of the ingredients.
- The serum contains fragrance. If you have very sensitive skin, perform a patch test on the inside of your elbow and wait 2 hours before applying it to your face for the first time.
- Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with clean water.
- Discontinue use if redness, tingling, or persistent warmth occurs.
- Formula is safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Close the bottle tightly after use, store it away from heat, and observe the shelf life after opening as indicated on the packaging. Keep out of reach of children.
What are the ingredients in this serum for dehydrated skin?
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Stearyl Heptanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Polyglutamic Acid, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Stearyl Caprylate, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Parfum (Fragrance), O-Cymen-5-ol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid.
*Ingredient from organic farming.
Product Details
30 ml pump bottle.
Our Expert Tips on the Même Plumping Serum
The most common mistake with a plumping serum is thinking it’s enough on its own: when applied alone, it leaves skin feeling comfortable for an hour, then it starts to feel tight again. It’s the moisturizer applied on top that makes the effect last. Another habit to adopt: apply the serum to skin that’s still slightly damp after cleansing, which makes it easier to spread with just two pumps.
During cancer treatment, the first issue to address isn’t the choice of serum, but when to apply it: precautions related to radiation therapy determine the best time for application. To assess its firming effects and impact on fine lines, allow for several weeks of regular use; a trial lasting just a few days will tell you about tolerance, not the results.
FAQ
Can I use the Même Plumping Serum at the same time as another serum from the brand?
Two Même serums can be used together in a skincare routine, provided you don’t layer them. The Healthy Glow Serum is used in the morning; the Plumping Serum is best applied in the evening, before your face cream.
Is the Même Plumping Serum suitable for sensitive skin?
The serum was tested for 28 days on 32 volunteers with sensitive, atopic, very dry, or lackluster skin. After 28 days, all of these volunteers reported that their skin felt plumper, more supple, and firmer. However, the formula contains fragrance and calendula extract—two ingredients to check for if you have allergic skin.
Can the Même Plumping Serum be used during chemotherapy?
The serum is part of a line designed for sensitive skin, including skin that has been weakened by cancer treatments, whether chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or targeted therapies. Only the irradiated area requires special care, as detailed in the precautions for use on the product sheet.