For two decades, Guerlain has been captivated by the orchid, a flower renowned not only for its elegance but also for its remarkable resilience and longevity. From this fascination was born the Orchidarium®, Guerlain’s exclusive research centre dedicated to studying, protecting, and harnessing the orchid’s extraordinary molecular potential. It is here that science and nature intertwine, guiding the evolution of Orchidée Impériale into its sixth generation: The Longevity Cream.
At the heart of this breakthrough is a renewed focus on mitochondria, the cellular engines that do far more than produce energy. They are deeply involved in the orchestration of cellular functions, creating essential connections with other structures such as the endoplasmic reticulum, responsible for protein synthesis. These contact points, known as MAMs (Mitochondrial Associated Membranes), are at the centre of cutting-edge research on cell longevity. For the first time, Guerlain explores this revolutionary biological target to unlock the age-defying pathways that preserve skin’s youth.
Infused with ORCHID LONGEVITY technology, The Longevity Cream is a powerful formula proven through ex vivo testing to regenerate the essential components of youthful skin from the very first applications. The result is an unprecedented ability to restore suppleness, resilience, and radiance at the surface, offering a visible renewal of vitality.
The artistry of Guerlain’s formulation is revealed in two luxurious textures, each crafted with exceptional precision and a high concentration of naturally derived ingredients. The normal texture, made with 97% naturally derived components, delivers an airy, sensual touch that melts into the skin, combining lightness with plumping comfort. The rich texture, composed of 96% naturally derived ingredients, is enriched with new-generation ceramides and plant extracts that support the regeneration of skin’s lipid barrier, recreating the multilayered structure of the epidermis for deep nourishment and long-lasting protection.
Both versions embody the sensory signature that has defined Orchidée Impériale: incomparable finesse, fusion, and fullness. From the first touch, the skin feels soothed, smoothed, and enveloped in comfort, protected all day long by a veil of refinement.
True to Guerlain’s commitment to beauty with purpose, The Longevity Cream is presented in a jar of rare elegance and sustainability. Midnight blue lacquer and a gleaming golden lid elevate the ritual to jewellery-like luxury, while a refill system ensures the experience is both eco-conscious and enduring. The jar is designed to be cherished, refilled, and kept as a timeless object of beauty, where refinement and environmental awareness go hand in hand.
With the sixth generation of Orchidée Impériale, Guerlain reaffirms its pioneering role in longevity science, offering skincare that bridges the artistry of formulation, the power of orchids, and a vision of beauty that is as conscious as it is eternal.
