The Mystery Of La Mer - A Psychic, Miracle Broth And NASA - Behind The Beauty

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La Mer, a luxury skincare brand adored by celebrities like Britney Spears, J.Lo, and Dwayne Johnson, has an intriguing and mysterious origin story. Dr. Max Huber, an aerospace physicist, rumoured to have worked with NASA, supposedly suffered severe chemical burns in the 1950s, prompting him to create his Miracle Broth. After 12 years of research and over 6,000 experiments, he developed Crème de la Mer, using fermented sea kelp and other ingredients. Huber's unconventional methods, including using sound waves and light pulses, reportedly enhanced the broth's potency.
Estee Lauder acquired La Mer in 1995, maintaining its mystique and luxury status despite controversies and high prices. Critics question the cream's value, with some comparing it to more affordable alternatives like Nivea. Despite this, La Mer's commitment to its unique process and high-quality ingredients continues to attract a devoted following.
But some people to this day question the validity behind this origins story. Did Dr Max Huber ever exist? Are the stories of his experiments just a drawn out c;ever PR stunt by Estee Lauder? Maybe even to justify the high prices?

[@elizabethkeeper3782]

Sorry, but the name miracle broth makes me think of a really nice soup rather than a high end skincare product lol

[@glh5622]

Face soup, if you will 🍲

[@calihhan4706]

Huber ate it, so...

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

It reminds me of the primordial soup experiments.

[@SuperSkyhorse]

tbh Crème de la Mer also sounds like food. Like some kind of bread spread with minced seafood?

[@phoenixfritzinger9185]

@@SuperSkyhorse like some kind of seafood pate

[@layelee]

I love how La Mer was like "We don't need to do animal testing, decades ago our boss stuck it in his own eye"

[@adish1401]

It's also like Such a weird point to make, because depending on salt concentration you can swim with your eyes open on the beach painlessly and without consequence, doesn't make it safe--

[@minjaarsic3327]

​@@adish1401that's a funny analogy to bring up to me because I'm sort of a freak of nature who can keep his eyes open in basically any body of water (except chlorinated saltwater pools - my kryptonite) without any discomfort or signs of irritation after, but my eyes sting like a bitch and get red if I get a little bit of my very gentle moisturizer in them! i guess my eyes just prefer overly concentrated chlorine water over a gentle substance with no actives

[@mysteriousginge]

To me La Mer's story just serves as a good example of how to con rich people out of their money by appealing to their sense of novelty.

[@JamesWelsh]

Exactly what I was thinking 😅

[@sharimeline3077]

And maybe exclusivity too, because not everyone can afford it, but THEY can. That makes them feel some kind of special, I assume.

[@mysteriousginge]

@@sharimeline3077 Oh yeah 100%

[@mizzymo64]

Yep. Also, celebs may not be getting paid to promote it, but you can bet they're getting the products for free.

[@Mashiroro]

My favorite story for La Mer, is from when I worked at Bloomingdales. I was friends with a girl at the La Mer counter, she said she had one customer who would buy the $800 size.. so she could use it as a foot lotion. 🦶

[@violet1moon]

As far as I'm concerned, La Mer is just a Nivea cream that had a spiritual awakening and did a yoga retreat but now parades as a guru.

[@Ulfscher]

More or less, yes. I bought a jar of the classic La Mer just because, and it's nice but so not worth it. IMO.

[@_emmah]

Which product are you comparing that to? I like both brands but not super comparable

[@AllezVous222]

That’s a disingenuous statement. Anybody who is even remotely literate enough to read the ingredients lists can see that La Mer is nothing like Nivea, lol. With La Mer, I noticed plumper and smoother skin, reduced appearances of fine lines, and my melasma faded, as well.

[@nessafrankenstein]

@@AllezVous222maybe this is their own view based on their own experiences lol

[@BarbaraT.]

​@AllezVous222 I'm glad it worked for you, but many people, all of them not only literate enough to read the ingredients list but also educated in dermatology and/or cosmetic chemistry agree wholly with the original comment. We all have different skins and different preferences, I guess...

[@Charlies-angel2018]

He’s a little sick and his skin still looks amazing. If I’m a little sick, I think I look like death. One of the reasons we follow him and I’ll leave a comment to support him. Feel better soon.

[@JamesWelsh]

Thank you! This was filmed a few weeks back I’m back to normal now 🥹💜

[@THEMamaVicky]

😊 Your voice is very clear and smooth, you should voice over audiobooks - huge market out there.

[@leslieraab1820]

YES! Though I'd probably fall asleep during chapter 1 since he sounds so soothing lol.

[@THEMamaVicky]

@@leslieraab1820 he could read his shopping list & soothe us to sleep

[@Londonworldrest]

Yes make some sleep story videos!

[@happy2197]

Love this idea!

[@katinabucket]

Yes! And a sleep story for Calm please!

[@siduri9522]

“Trust me, I’m a space scientist.” (Eats face cream) Is a great flex.

[@ingridmattosmonteiro6935]

😂😂😂😂

[@dannonmarinade]

"like some kind of strange, seaweed sourdough starter," made me giggle more than it should have

[@justkiddin84]

It’s exactly what came into my head as he described it, though😂😂😂

[@tantramassagedubai]

Absolutely thinking homemade bread... 😂

[@Vee_of_the_Weald]

It sounds like something that should be sold by Gwyneth Paltrow 😂

[@Neurospicybunny]

You and Robert both are so good at storytelling! I've never given one single thought to La Mer but I was hooked from the beginning.

[@Kalidreamine]

Same ❤

[@heatherduke7703]

I know right, I was getting swept away with the story even while my brain kept telling me it was all hokum 😅

[@tiffanywilliams7763]

Exactly same! I watched Robert's Taylor swift video, even though I don't care about her music etc in the slightest!

[@annikaknoche6362]

Lol. I was going to drama school in London and heard about creme de la mer . I stood in line at Harrods when that cream came out. Omg. I borrowed money to buy it . Not worth it. If you combine the marine hyaluronics from the Ordinary with the original nivea cream you probably get the same thing.

[@lizzi7128]

Good idea lol

[@TimBoston77]

Sameee. Gurl. I went to this hotel and they had a clinical spa where they gave me a real good massage and a bathing therapy session with thermal spring water. Then they used a night leave-on facial creme on me like a night mask.

[@TimBoston77]

The next day, i woke up looking glowy. I had a very sensitive skin to begin with. I was using the Nivea or Pond's night cream that whole time. It's good yet a bit sticky on the face. But the facial cream they left on me that night was super rich and a bit light in texture compared to Nivea. It's sooo good. I had to ask them what was it. I came in that fancy bougy hotel with zero expectation that they're gonna change my mind to spend my money on those pricey things. But it's actually WORTH IT 😍. I still use the Nivea one tho. But i also bought the La Mer one and often go to a local clinical spa to have them slathered on my face😂 it's a bit weird. During my Vietnam vacation with my friends in November, we went to Sapa. My skin felt tight and super dry at night. Just La Mer, it helped alot during the trip. TOTALLY WORTH IT. Highly recommend.💕

[@jessicazaytsoff1494]

Bought some for my Mom. She usually likes luxury brands but, in her 63 year old words, it wasn't much better then a decent cold cream and wasn't very moisturizing. We do live in a semi-arid desert. The formula wasn't meant for this environment. :)

[@sleepysartorialist]

No but it's definitely a more reasonable use of your money.

[@TheKhaliente]

La Mer makes me break out so bad…it’s like my skin understands my budget!

[@jovana_kocic]

😂

[@canesugar911]

😂😂😂

[@aquamarine_nz2296]

Love it. It saved you 😂

[@bettyrose1347]

Smart skin! My skin loves it so will forever be disappointed.

[@kellysblackcat]

I've never used La Mer, but years ago I fell on the fire door and seriously burnt my upper leg. I was on intravenous antibiotics as it started getting infected. It was bad, and after it healed the scarring was severe. But my sister gave me a little bottle of oil, made from seaweed, kelp, algae etc and I used it day and night until it ran out and I have no scarring at all. Only when it's really cold, it shows up faintly. But I was so impressed with the product. It was labeled for aging /dry skin., from a health shop,. So I definitely believe in seaweed, algae etc and what they do for the skin. I have products that contain these ingredients, and they don't cost anywhere near the la mer prices and in my opinion, they have much better formulas also. 🐙

[@sadmermaid]

Wow, glad you're ok, burns are nasty. Does it have a name? My dad had a bunch of skin cancer cut out. (Wear sunscreen kids)

[@kellysblackcat]

@@sadmermaid no I can't remember. But it was something like marine oil or similar. Said it was for aging or dry skin. The ingredients were all seaweed kelp and algae etc, no fillers or other ingredients. I guess it had been extracted or fermented down to a potent little oil. But try a health food store as that's where she bought it from. It really was incredible. Burns are definitely nasty. I hope your dad makes a full recovery. And I hope you find the marine oil. 🙏🐙🐳

[@DeadKraken]

@@kellysblackcat Which products with seaweed do you use? I'm curious and interested👀 My skin reacts very strongly(in a positive way) to certain natural ingredients, like pure snail mucin, so maybe seaweed products will have a similar effect.

[@kellysblackcat]

@@DeadKraken I've used the Heimish marine eye cream for years, and use it on my face too, since it's 30ml., the marine care cream toner is also nice but has a scent. So I stopped using it. The Purito hydra wave deep sea serum is awesome, and full of good ingredients from the sea. But I look for the ingredient called Laminaria Japonica Extract, which is the seaweed, kelp. It's in a lot of my products. Also look for red and brown algae. If you want, you can type those names into the "inci decoder", they bring up all sorts of products containing those ingredients. It's a really good way to find things that aren't advertised etc. But have been around for a long time. Korean and Japanese skincare has the best, but I've noticed it being used in western products now too., like Kora organics, Tailor skin and others. 🐳😊

[@kellysblackcat]

@@DeadKraken sorry my reply was deleted.

[@Victoria-Vixen]

As someone who loves research, you did amazing at getting all the key points including the organization of them. You worked so hard at this and it shows. Phenomenal James. Thank you for such an informative and enjoyable video. ❤

[@SCSilk]

I’d believe this would have worked if he had tried it on only one half of his skin. For all we know, the healing was natural.

[@calihhan4706]

Image his cream would work and he would run around like two-face, trying to find someone at the oscars who wants to eat his cream 😂

[@RG_Eph]

Hi James!!! lol I just had a thought that sometimes I watch Robert’s channel and then think of you like “oh I’ll stop at his brother’s place before I go home”. Like visiting both of you. If this doesn’t make sense I’m very high but to me it makes sense in this actual moment

[@EmManson]

Love this 😂

[@seanathanbeanathan]

This makes perfect sense but I'm also high so 😂

[@leelat.6231]

You are too sweet

[@naurrr]

felt

[@jerilynnionita2503]

I am also high and totally understand what you mean😂

[@mmizzles]

This isn't cosmetic chemistry. It's physics. And I'm sceptical but we don't know enough about molecular physics to say the light and sound exposure doesn't change anything in the fermentation process, especially since they are dealing with live cultures. I'm curious to see some studies where they take a look at the cultures under microscope when exposed to different stimuli and if there's any affects on a molecular level.

[@SamFerro]

Couldn’t agree more! The alternative approach to it is actually super interesting to me given his background

[@bettyrose1347]

BJ investigates (you tube channel) has a great video more about the science. She’s not a scientist, but going into it a lot more and it’s really interesting.

[@vanessamvarela]

My thoughts also 👍

[@Mrepright]

Not sure if it would fall under you or Robert, but I think a hard look at Scentbird needs to be done with everything that is coming out in regards to the CEO in the past few weeks.

[@kellysblackcat]

That would be interesting.., haven't they both done sponsorships with them?

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

That woman is problematic

[@myra0224]

​@kellysblackcat then it would be even better. Even when you've accepted sponsorships, it's only fair to keep up with them and call them out if they happen to be problematic or even dangerous (Like Betterhelp which also have done a lot of sponsorships)

[@sleepysartorialist]

*months People have been trying to point this out for MONTHS

[@Kasatrea]

Don't mind me, just commenting for the algorithm

[@JamesWelsh]

💜💜💜

[@sassycatenthusiast]

In my head I just heard Robert’s, “if you don’t know what to comment, comment algorithm” 😂

[@colinejayne]

@@sassycatenthusiastAlgorithm! *in Robert’s voice*

[@erinmml]

i second this!!

[@WeAreASecret]

Getting a medium involved threw me 😂 I'm sure the kelp and whatever else is insanely beneficial but that's some goofy ish

[@EirlysMcLachlan]

I know people who used La Mer before and after the sell off, and all of them have said that the new version isn't the same and doesn't work nearly as well as the old version.

[@calihhan4706]

I also use soundwaves for my skincare! Blasting loud feel good music in my bathroom every morning works great 😂

[@Katieoliviadarling]

I don’t think I’ve ever rolled my eyes so hard as when it came to the psychics and imprinting healing power on tools 😂

[@candicekies]

I LOVE this video format. Half entertainment, half documentary ❤

[@adafihj6439]

Now i didnt know a lot about LaMar but the word cult took me for a spin

[@eligreene2898]

I once had a neighbor that seemed like a story teller and then one day she bust out a photo album with all the proof and I was absolutely floored. Home girl lived quite the life and she was pretty old (90s) when she was showing me those pictures when I was 17.

[@Nmichaela111]

Your voice is so calming. You and your brother are the number one influencers to me ❤️ Thank you ❣️

[@marionallen2222]

He probably died from eating Le Mer 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@heatherduke7703]

Or a terrible eye infection 😬

[@maimee1]

That's exactly what I was thinking. Infection? Undisclosed manner of death? 🧐

[@MyzLee13]

Uploaded right when I got home from work, absolutely perfect timing 🥰🥰

[@thebabythesavage]

I’m no longer an eye tech so as a well-meaning stranger… to anyone who’s deliberating, please don’t put stuff in your eyes thinking it’ll “fix” your vision (or at all, if not prescribed by an optometrist/ophthalmologist). Refractive error is not disease or injury (though it can be caused by both) and a home-brewed skin cream isn’t going to affect the curvature or thickness of your cornea, but there are non-zero odds such a thing would cause irritation to your conjunctiva and eyelids. It’s not worth it. Take care of your eyes, you only get two that work if you’re lucky- not only is there no functional replacement for the human eye, but most times when vision is lost, it’s permanent.

[@5agentalex5]

I absolutely love these types of videos from you! You do such a good job researching and presenting. Fascinating information! Definitely keep it up!!!

[@__Renee__]

Absolutely love this video! I hope you're gonna do more of these beauty product history stories. Very pleasant to listen to your voice and always nice to learn something about the products we use (or not use 😉). Thanks for this, James. Love you! 💕

[@H.A.-zr2wc]

I remember wanting La Mer so bad in the late 90'/ early 00' 😂😂😂 I'm so glad i couldnt afford it....I absolutely love these videos💜💜💜💜

[@suchnerve]

I’ve been using La Mer for several years. I can confidently report that the main reason to use it is anti-inflammation - if your skin is red or irritated, if you’re recovering from a cosmetic procedure, etc. It speeds up my recovery noticeably, and takes down my face’s redness to the point where I can tell when a selfie was taken based on how red my face is or isn’t. But it might not work that way for everyone. I tell people to try getting some free samples and taking before-and-after photos to see whether it works for them.

[@jinnyyeo4308]

fully agree with you, only La Mer cream can calm my broken skin barrier and clear my problem skin! The eyecream is the only one that can soften my crow's lines and crepey eyes!❤

[@DeadKraken]

20 euros Cicaplast B5 balm from La Roche Posay does that. Any product with zinc and centella asiatica does that.

[@marietay]

​@@DeadKraken LITERALLY. EVEN BABY RASH CREAM!!!

[@bettyrose1347]

I’ve noticed the same thing with some of the products. I can’t use the cream, the smell is too much.

[@anggitgandini3387]

100% agree with you. my acne dissappear only one or two days after use la mer soft cream. I got acne because I often try different skincare. la mer for the rescue.

[@littlemissmel88]

Loving these deep dives and your thorough research. Keep up the great work!

[@marxezayin1937]

thank you for this! i love watching your videos while trying to fall asleep (it's almost 5am where i live at right now) because i always find your voice soothing but i also love watching your videos while im doing mundane things during the day because of the information your videos have so yeah, i really appreciate your deep dives!

[@msellenandrea]

When I started following you, I did not expect you to be so good at these things, but this is journalist quality for sure :D

[@frauwasauchimmer]

He is german, working for the goverment of the US in the 50s? That's not a good combination 😅

[@lindseystein9676]

Suspicious, for sure

[@glh5622]

Ooops all "not seas" 🙄

[@UpandSprout]

“Operation Paperclip-big ones”

[@smajliiicka]

My thoughts, especially scientists 😂

[@angrytriangles]

A rocket scientist no less, oof

[@aaaakita5534]

I've used the face cream and the eye cream in my 20s. Skin became more hydrated and supple in a way no other products have achieved. Back then I was using brands like Clairins, Lancome etc. The only other brand that even came close to such results was SKII, another controversial brand with sky high price tag. It also managed to get rid of my flaky skin one winter, tried every cream and oil I had, La Mer was the only products that got rid of the dryness/flakiness. It is much more than a drug store cold cream.

[@annievaughn1265]

A lot of people post WWII changed their last names if they sounded too Jewish to avoid further persecution or even too German to escape their pasts that involved the war. He could have possibly been one of these people.

[@bore-aliss]

I was gonna say.... German rocket scientist, ended up in US by 1950s, maybe doesn't like his photo taken? There's a lot of German scientists with fuzzy immigration paperwork, perhaps some records missing from their Paperclip. Depending, it may even explain why NASA wasn't putting his name on their records. Although I'd bet that claim is more myth build-up or him letting stars make assumptions for marketing reasons.

[@moharagrawal]

Why this whole mysterious vibe make me want to try it out now 😂😂 can’t afford it so I’m safe Absolutely love this series

[@jojomarch]

So late to this but it's fascinating! Love this format too with the chapters etc. Makes it v polished and logical

[@TinaZ9]

Very interesting! You have the best story time voice!

[@gabriellejoypires]

Someone needs to make a movie about this brands history! So bizarre!

[@ZijnShayatanica]

Oh dear, I'm in for a ride w/ this one... As if I didn't already believe this brand was the result of wealthy lady brainrot based solely upon the term "Miracle Broth", the title alone let me know I was right & then some. I'm excited to finish watching!! 💕

[@grat2010]

Another journalist-quality video. I'm too poor to try out this brand but this video was so interesting and now I'm fine with that. Keep up the good work James!

[@annadavies4791]

I love this series. Your voice is so soothing.

[@jemakeupartistry]

Loved this video!! More beauty conspiracies please!!

[@speel97]

I’m so happy I found your channel! I love your videos and hope you keep posting more like this!

[@mlbrenzo2825]

I am 66 and have used La Mer for 20 years. I get lots of compliments on my skin, including from my dermatologist. I am retired now and have to save to buy the small jar every 6 months.

[@BarbaraT.]

You probably just have good genes 😊

[@sharimeline3077]

I'm 61 years old and have great skin. It's always been very clear and I'm practically wrinkle-free. I have never used expensive products of any kind. Simple soap and water for my face, and plain white face lotions. I also like to use a rosewater & glycerin spray which is not at all expensive. As I've gotten older, I've added some drugstore-priced serums to add more moisturizing properties as I get drier with age. All of this is to say that it's more down to things like genetics, sun protection, hydration, and a regular routine, than it has to do with an expensive cream. However, I defend your right to buy whatever you like. Obviously it makes you happy, and you have good results, so that's fine. But I also have good results doing something much lower-end. So to anyone bothering to read this, just take care of your skin the best you can. Don't drink, don't smoke, stay out of the sun, and get plenty of rest and water. That will do a lot for your skin.

[@marietay]

My grandma is 70 and has great skin, all she used all her life was Vaseline on her face lmao. ✨️Genes✨️

[@SamAndFam311]

😅😅😅 the cap in this comment thread is hilarious

[@liyanatassim1291]

​@@sharimeline3077 my grandma is 83 with good skin smokes like a chimney. Great teeth too at her age. She also uses maybe lower end products. Her hair is also still more or less black.

[@judymcdougall]

That’s an amazing story. Thank you James ❤

[@AKbaby89]

One of my friends growing up had 3rd degree burns over 70% of her body, and ive never liked how la mer implies that their products can totally heal burn scarring, so ive never purchased anything from them. Honestly, if they didnt advertise it that way, i probably wouldve tried it a couple years ago. But im very stubborn😂

[@maconreid]

Friend of mine was burned in a car accident, and La Mer was recognized from her health insurance as an effective cream antidote and the insurance paid for it.

[@derpypotatoo]

​@@maconreid did it work?

[@calihhan4706]

OMG, I love this! German working for nasa in the 50s? Cold war, rocket science, soundwaves, mysthical broth... You could make a really crazy good tv show put of this!

[@leelat.6231]

My Cosco sells La Mar… so how luxurious is it really?

[@sharimeline3077]

When I first started reading the title, I thought it was going to be about Scentbird!

[@char1211]

Where's your pfp from? It's really beautiful!

[@sharimeline3077]

@@char1211 I found the picture randomly on pinterest! And if course it was uncredited.

[@cgb25]

To La Mer’s credit, I am a 42 year old male who shaves every day since in my 20s because of my military service. I would break out heavily all the time and that sucks cause I shave every day because of my job. None of the aftershaves I’ve used worked. I was still breaking out Fast forward, I tried La Mer’s new treatment lotion at the time around 2014 maybe? And overnight I swear till now that I don’t break out after a shave. When I don’t use it, I would break out the next day so I tested it myself and for me, La Mer is worth it! I use a lot of their products and swear by it!

[@nataliap2369]

This behind the beauty series is great!

[@sheilahbuettner8452]

This was so very interesting! Thank you for your research and very informative episode. La Mer certainly takes first place for the most intriguing, unusual origin story I have ever heard.

[@mrsphilm.007]

Sea kelp . . . sounds like “seek help.”

[@lauralicata2548]

what a fantastic video. I had no idea about any of this history but that was FASCINATING

[@mjm7848]

Amazing video! I would love to know your thoughts about the new skincare brand from Sisley Paris called Neuraé. They claim it’s “skincare elevated by neuroscience”

[@hattiek-r]

wow neuroscience? the science of brain chemistry? that sounds kinda far fetched, thanks for the research material☺️

[@maryeckel9682]

Why neuroscience? That's a big stretch.

[@mjm7848]

@@maryeckel9682 I honestly haven't a clue. They allege that the ingredients in the product line assist in stimulating neurologic responses for joy, serenity,, harmony, and energy. Its very interesting, but also extremely hokey

[@sadmermaid]

These words mean nothing in the grand scheme lol. But I love busting possible scams open and new things.

[@_emmah]

Omg ‘a healer’ what have I been buying?!??!?

[@cornellfoodie]

This is a crazy story! Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@ZombieSarah07]

Loved your editing format and chapter breakdowns!!! 🎉❤ I'll never try this brand due to the luxury of it but the history is intriguing.

[@Huliatt]

I love this format of video! Please more :)

[@Wandiasm]

Great work here James!!! Love how you've evolved. Pls do the history of augustinus Bader 🙏

[@tiffanywilliams7763]

As someone who's always thought La Mer is over-priced & not worth the cost for what the ingredients are...I actually found your deep dive truly interesting James! Thanks for the entertainment while I re-do parts of God of War 2 because I missed gorgon eyes. 😂❤

[@mimiswishes]

it’s crazy to see your video in the single digits for views from how early i am i randomly opened youtube and boom

[@memnailss]

Really enjoying these Behind The Beauty videos! This was very interesting. Not really buying any of this bg story stuff though, I can't lie 😂

[@jessicalapping6168]

I love these videos. So informative and interesting. Thanks James 🖤x

[@Chandraljjm12]

Such a great video! So informative*AND* entertaining! Thank you! ❤

[@ellenojala9985]

Ah, perfect, I'm sick too 😂 Hope you're doing better already. And thanks for making my sicky day a little bit nicer ❤

[@doxieowner2571]

I was severely burned many years ago, and it's interesting that all of my plastic surgeons used Nivea on their patients and never once even mentioned La Mer!

[@bree9272]

I used to work at the Saks Fifth Avenue call center back in the late 90s. We would get free products when a promotion ran, and one was a jar of LaMer. I was suffering from very bad hand eczema, my hands were red and peeling and itchy. LaMer calmed the itching and redness, and my hands started to look and feel much better. I can't afford it but years of using fragrance free drugstore lotion brands ended the eczema so luckily I don't need to waste hundreds of dollars on it. Whatever the questionable beginning, it worked wonders for me, and I'm one that side eyes these types of products.

[@maindem]

Please do more videos of the history of brands and skincare!

[@happy2197]

I love yours and Robert’s deep dives into interesting topics

[@hillarybeautifile]

Someone once told me he used to collect the flower (I don't remember which one but it grew by the beach) only on nights with a full moon. She stopped buying it when it was bought out and that no longer happened. IDK how true this is; she was a bit of a kook.

[@vintagearisen]

When I was a kid my mom's best friend used to say "kook" stands for Keeper Of Odd Knowledge

[@eidva]

Loved this video!!! ❤️

[@elsmith945]

Loooove this vid I actually want “chapter 2 establishing his cult” as my ringtone 😍💕🎀

[@RenButler]

The thumbnail promises a wild ride and I’m so HERE for it! I always just thought of it as another overpriced skincare brand but I’m stoked to learn more.

[@yaelberger8]

That was fascinating, thank you!

[@morganwhite2176]

One of the people at La Mer once told me ‘don’t waste your time’ 😂 also noticed that its fragrance is through the roof and that on one of the beauty warning websites it scores extremely high, its in the red zone.

[@nancymccormick7567]

Damn, I really like how you present this story. I’d love for you to do more stories presented like this

[@chloecamille5390]

Why when I'm finally early gang doesy internet hate me and go in and out 😅

[@lindseystein9676]

La mer seems like such a scam. Basic ingredients for a very luxury price? No thanks. There are much better products that have the “miracle broth” (which is just seaweed extract) in it, but with a better formulation/better ingredients

[@Criticalbeauty411]

Such a wild ride! I’ll admit I’ve tried La Mer several times out of pure curiosity and I genuinely wanted to dislike it. as somebody who has extremely sensitive, eczema prone skin who has tried everything to help it I felt like there was no way this could help. I hate to admit that I actually loved it bc It was so soothing! I didn’t love it to the point of making it worth purchasing but I will take every free sample that I can get my hands on! 😂

[@stephelectra]

Please don’t put modern La Mer in your eyes, it’s definitely not the same formula

[@parvinarfa8677]

So fascinating. Thank you 🩷💜🩷💜

[@marakikri7306]

Great video as always! The structure is wonderful and really shows your effort and study on the topic. 👏🏻 Could you make a video for Helena Rubinstein? I am really curious to know how the brand is doing as it was not so popular in my country (Greece) when I was working for L'Oréal. 🤨

[@cmtaylor531]

The strong scent of la mer did me in. I’m glad I had a decent sample to try so I didn’t pay money and force myself to use it.

[@somecallmebri]

Hi James! Just a comment that your screenshot on the lefthand side of the screen at 26:10 is in Japanese, and the comments underneath both the American and Japanese website screenshots are in Chinese. Loving all these deep-dive videos into giant beauty companies like the Body Shop (not buying from them ever again lol) and La Mer! :)

[@JamesWelsh]

Heyyy! Yeah I’m showing the American, Japanese and Chinese screenshots from the original Weibo post! Sorry if I didn’t make that clear!

[@somecallmebri]

@@JamesWelsh Oh, gotcha!! That makes sense now.

[@KinniMoo]

Great deep dive!! I knew the crazy production theory but you went so much deeper in that part of the story and gave so much info that I didn’t know! I got a free sample of creme de le mer so I can say I have tried it 🤣🤣. My limited ability to review the product from that sample, I can say it didn’t the texture wasn’t impressive and my one use didn’t make much of an impression. My skin felt moisturized but not in any memorable way. Obviously I didn’t have enough for a fair review but, for the price, I would have hoped that it would have felt nice enough to at least wish I could afford it!

[@TimBoston77]

I used the La Mer creme. Honestly, it's the best tho. I remembered having a nice massage and then a night mask. Next morning, i appeared great and glowy.

[@VũHuy-s3h]

Really ? I read the comments and they all had the same thing going

[@VũHuy-s3h]

If the comment section was heavily moderated, i wouldn’t be so surprised tho😅. He’s actually a perfect example of 🚬of🇬🇧 🤨.

[@TimBoston77]

@@VũHuy-s3h well, he's not that bad. I guess he just wants a nice emvironment so everyone can freely comment and discuss in a nice and friendly manner.

[@sumlem]

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[@canesugar911]

Hmmm

[@simlover00]

I'm with those skeptics 😂 21:24 this story definitely sounds like a great selling technique

[@lucylafountine9751]

I know it’s pricey and may be bullshit but there’s something about that glass jar that brings me such joy and the fragrance and formula makes me feel for just a bit like a special diva…..sorry, but i do love this stuff!!!

[@jungskinworld]

Love how you did that video

[@donnadallas1213]

Funny how the founder of Augustinus Bader tells the same story about the origin of their products. Remember that the cosmetics industry is not regulated in the US and the brands can make up any story they like. Your video is great but people need to learn about the ingredients in their products and not fall for well written stories about very expensive products. In my well educated opinion! D

[@tammystiletto]

What does that have to do with anything? This video wasn’t meant to influence us on whether we should buy it or not, it was clearly meant for entertainment and a good eye roll at the brand.

[@donnadallas1213]

@@tammystiletto this is an excellent video. I’m just saying we need to look into the stories that these companies tell us and not blindly buy product based on the stories we are told when shopping!

[@Bug.Carlton]

​@donnadallas1213 literally no one has said any different?

[@tamrasmith1744]

I don’t have La Mer money, but a few years ago Sephora had sets with pretty nice deluxe samples of luxury products for $25 each. There 4 different ones and I managed to buy 3 of them. They did have different products, but all 3 had the original Créme de la Mer. I used all of one sample and hated it. I have normal skin that is sometimes a little oily in my T-zone. It was greasy when applied, but my skin would be dry the next morning. I gave the other 2 samples to my mother. She didn’t like it either. Maybe Estée Lauder did ruin it. I also received 2 samples of SK-II treatment essence. Now that is a luxury product I wish I could afford.

[@naumche1]

I’ve actually been thinking about Le Mer lately, and this video has put me off buying it (not that I would spend anywhere near that much on a skin cream!). I understand why people think the existence of the scientist may be a marketing ploy (and I’m not big on conspiracy theories). The whole playing music and psychic thing is madness, and the justification for the price tag is unbelievable. Surely there’s no way they’d actually go to that much trouble to make a face cream?! It all sounds like a fairytale to me.

[@mea_g_heera]

Ooh I wish you would do a break down on Augustinus Bader