Amazon Shoppers Share Incredible La Mer Dupe by Combining Two Drugstore Products

Feedback from Amazon reviews can be highly useful, and, with a bit of patience, one can find valuable tips on skincare as well.

One 62-year-old reviewer shared that the iconic Nivea crème, priced at $14, when combined with The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics serum ($9), can act as an affordable alternative to La Mer. The Ordinary Marine Hyaluronics is a reasonably priced but top-notch moisturizing serum with a fluid-like consistency.

The suggested "hack" for these two budget-friendly products involves blending them at night in a manner that combines “a touch of Nivea with 2–3 droplets of the serum”. (Interesting trivia: The Nivea crème recipe has been around for over a century.)

The reviewer explained that applying this mixture left her with no crepe-like skin under the eyes and a plump, moisturized soft complexion. She continued to report that she uses the Nivea cream as a standalone moisturizer in the mornings, and often combines both premium products (like prescription tretinoin) and cheaper options, such as The Ordinary, for her skincare routine. She reported that this blend is superior to high-end moisturizers, and she also uses Nivea on other body parts such as hands, elbows, and knees, since it is affordable enough for such application. She noted her age, 62, to highlight the product's effectiveness in preventing crepe skin around the eyes.

Another reviewer also praised the well-regarded crème and expressed optimism for the suggested hack.

This reviewer shared that starting with this product would have saved them a considerable amount of money. They reported having normal to dry skin that requires extra care in the winter. After trying an extensive list of night moisturizers, masks, and treatments and spending a significant sum with little success, they found this crème to be a remarkable solution. The product is dense, they noted, but using it according to the suggested method resulted in waking up to skin that looked like it had received a hydrating mask, and overall, appeared healthy, bright, and nourished.