Exactly Why Lancôme’s Génifique Serum Has Been a Best Seller for Decades

When we recently asked 50 AB customers to share their holy grail serum, one name popped up again and again.

Lancôme Génifique.

Considering just how many new and exciting serums vie for our attention every single year, the fact people keep coming back to this iconic serum is a testament to its cult-like status.

Over the years, this Lancôme skin care best seller has amassed a loyal following for its ability to deliver an if you know, you know glow.

Hundreds of 5-star Génifique reviews from Adore Beauty customers agree, but what is it that makes Lancôme Advanced Génifique magic?

Keep scrolling for a deep dive into the Lancôme Génifique serum that's been a global best seller for decades.

What Is Lancôme Advanced Génifique Serum?

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Serum has been the brand's #1 best-selling serum for years.

Ask people why they love it so much, and they'll tell you the all-rounder serum is healthier, more radiant-looking skin in a bottle.

With a lightweight, fast-absorbing texture that feels like heaven on the skin, it's the kind of does-all serum that can slot into anyone's AM or PM skincare routine.

It also comes in a few different sizes:

What Does Lancôme Advanced Génifique Serum Do?

The product description of this cult anti-ageing Lancôme Genifique serum reads:

“Every dropper delivers 30 million pre and probiotic fractions to the skin; delivering essential nutrients to the skin's microbiome.”

Woah. But what is Lancôme Génifique used for, you ask?

Here's a recap of the key benefits of Lancôme Génifique:

• Works to nourish, hydrate, soothe and repair the skin barrier.

• Targets inflammation, dull skin, fine lines, uneven tone and loss of firmness.

• Suitable for all skin types, genders and ages.

• Encourages healthy bacteria growth on the skin to strengthen your skin barrier (and remember, a healthy skin barrier = healthy skin!).

Not sure if you've impaired your skin barrier? Watch this video below to find out...

Lancôme Génifique Ingredients.

So... what's inside the sleek black bottle that makes this cult serum so popular?

A casual 20 years of advanced skin research.

Let's take a closer look at the ingredients list:

• Bifidus prebiotic and probiotic fractions: These are akin to meditation and affirmations for distressed skin and an unbalanced microbiome.

• Hyaluronic acid: Different molecular weights attract and hold onto moisture within all levels of the skin for a hydrated, plump-looking complexion.

• Vitamin C: Ascorbyl glucoside is a non-irritating antioxidant derivative that neutralises skin-damaging free radicals, boosts collagen production, and inhibits the production of pigment to prevent and fade the look of dark spots.

The formula is so good, it's been turned into an entire Génifique range.

You can squeeze Génifique into pretty much every step of your skincare routine, from sheet masks and eye creams, to Lancôme Advanced Génifique Barrier Night Cream 50ml - the brand's newest launch, a nighttime barrier cream for intense hydration and plumping goodness.

Lancôme Génifique Reviews.

All the above is lovely, but...

Is Lancôme Génifique good? And does Lancôme Génifique work?

Rather than take my word for it, here are just a handful of the hundreds of 5-star Lancôme Génifique serum reviews from AB customers.

“I adore this serum. I find it works on almost everything - texture, pores, redness, fine lines. It’s perfect for morning use as it sinks into my skin super fast and feels weightless. It doesn’t pill under makeup or feel heavy on your skin." - Sarah.

"I have combo breakout-prone skin that is chronically dehydrated. I've been trying to find a product that is hydrating enough over the course of the day that my makeup doesn't get the life sucked out of it, and I think this is it. Definitely getting the jumbo size next time." - Dawn.

"Best ever! I have been using this product for more than 5 years and still love it, it can basically go along with any moisturiser." - Thea.

"I had been wanting to try this serum for a while after hearing good feedback about it and WOW! It certainly did not disappoint." - Amy.

"Gives a lit from within glow. It felt soothing on my skin and absorbed quickly without causing any irritation. My skin looked a lot healthier after using this, as it gave me a gorgeous dewy look." - Kylie.

"A staple serum. This beauty has been in my routine for the last 2 years on and off. I will always keep it in my cupboard because it is a great reliable serum. It makes your skin look plump and hydrated." - Amy.

"God's gift to my skin. I am very impressed. I received this as a tester, and will be repurchasing. It makes my skin feel so soft and it looks so glowing after application." - Nat.

"This serum is gold. My friend gave me this as a birthday gift. After adding it into my skincare routine, I really noticed a difference in​ the softness and radiance of my skin." - R.

"This serum is amazing. Before I purchased, I was worried it wouldn't be good, but it was definitely the type of serum I wanted. Light texture, fast-absorbing and hydrates my skin. I love it a lot." - Ding.

"Softening, soothing and reduces fine lines, you won't regret buying this." - Jen.

"I've been using this for over a year now. The consistency is on the watery side, but it has helped with my skin texture and some light sun spots. I will definitely be repurchasing when I run out as I swear by this." - Mia.

How to Use Lancôme Génifique.

Good news: Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate plays well with everyone!

How you use it will depend on your skin type, concerns and current skincare routine.

Here's your Lancôme Génifique how to use guide:

• The best way how to apply Lancôme Génifique is to slightly damp skin after cleansing.

• You can use Génifique morning or night (or both).

• In the AM, you can apply on its own or layered on top of an antioxidant serum like Lancôme Renergie H.C.F. Triple Serum High-Performance Anti-Aging Concentrate before Lancôme Génifique Youth Activating Cream or your favourite moisturiser and SPF.

• At night, apply either on its own before a moisturiser like Lancôme Advanced Génifique Barrier Night Cream 50ml or layered on top of a liquid exfoliant.

• The serum comes with a self-loading dropper that dispenses enough serum to cover the face, neck and décolletage.

• If you want to use an eye cream, this step would come after cleansing and before applying your serum.

• Lancôme Génifique Yeux Light-Pearl Youth Activating Eye & Lash Concentrate 20ml de-puffs under-eye bags and brightens the whole eye area (it also helps strengthen lashes!).

• Lancôme Genifique Eye Cream 15ml is your anti-ageing eye cream option that's clinically shown to work both instantly and over time to improve skin radiance, smoothness and hydration, as well as decrease the appearance of fine lines.

• Struggle with patchy foundation? A pro tip I picked up from a Lancôme makeup artist while backstage at fashion week is to mix a drop of Génifique with a matte or full coverage foundation to get sheerer coverage and a dewier finish.

• Prepping your skin for an event? Chuck on the Lancôme Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Mask at least 30 minutes before you start your makeup - one Lancôme mask contains the same quantity of bifidus extract as a 30ml bottle of Advanced Génifique!

Is Lancôme Génifique Right For You?

If you're still on the fence about whether the Lancôme Génifique serum is for you, a Lancôme skin care set is the most bang for buck way to try it.

We have a bunch of different Lancôme gift sets available.

From Lancôme Génifique range sets, to Lancôme sets pairing the Génifique serum with the brand's other top sellers, there's a deal to suit your skin needs.

It'd be rude not to, no?

Best Lancôme Génifique Products.

If you're liking what you're reading and are keen to discover more of the products in the Lancôme Génifique, we've got you covered.

Because, what better way to compliment your iconic and hardworking Lancôme Génifique serum than with its equally hardworking companions from the range?

From a beautiful melting mask to a lovely eye cream, here's some other beauty editor-approved list of Lancôme Génifique products to add to cart next.

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