Guerlain Orchid?e Imp?riale Black The Eye and Lip Contour Cream

After more than 15 years of research, the Orchidarium and Guerlain Research reveal Orchid?e Imp?riale Black The Eye and Lip Contour Cream.This global age-defying skincare range encapsulates the extraordinary properties of the Black Orchid*. Originally from Peru, this rare orchid increases its longevity by adapting to its environment. Like a talisman in the combat against time, the Black Orchid has given rise to the Blackimmune? technology. The Cream comes in a porcelain jar hand-crafted by Maison Bernardaud. Founded in Limoges in 1863, this prestigious family-owned company is the epitome of fine French porcelain. The Cream jar is now available in a refillable version, the ultimate expression of sustainable luxury. *Grown in France

Ingredients
The Orchid, a rare and precious raw ingredient, is the very essence of the exceptional complete care range Orchid?e Imp?riale. A genuine longevity prodigy, the orchid is the most developed species in the plant kingdom. Convinced of its exceptional potential, Guerlain set up its first research centre ever to be devoted to an ingredient: the Orchidarium?. The aim of this international research centre dedicated to the Orchid and skin longevity is to uncover, understand, study and explore the potential of orchids and their biological and cosmetic properties, in order to support skin longevity research. Originally from Peru, the Black Orchid is a wild, ebony-colored flowering plant. One of its particularities is that it blooms for only three weeks a year compared to two to three months for other varieties. Another is that it has flowers with both male and female parts and function on the same stem. This characteristic is a major asset, accounting for the plant’s sensitivity to the environment and ability to adapt metabolically to it. In reaction to external stressors (e.g. too much sun or too little light), it produces more male flowers, which is conducive to the fertilization of female flowers and subsequently the production of a larger number of fruits. This ?smart? plant economizes energy and thereby increases longevity, like a talisman defying the passage of time.*Grown in France

Fragrance
Orchid?e Imp?riale fragrance: a floral scent with hints of orchidthat blend with notes of rose, white musk and precious cedar wood.