Premier Cru The Serum

serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Caudalie Premier Cru The Serum is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 28-ingredient list, with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Parfum (Fragrance)) and labelled fragrance allergens (Geraniol, Linalool).

Contains fragrance
No essential oils
Contains labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Premier Cru The Serum

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Peptides
Signal ingredients used in firming and anti-ageing formulas.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

28 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1Aqua/Water/EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
4NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
5Palmitoyl Grapevine Shoot Extract
6Palmitoyl Grape Seed Extract
7Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
8Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
9Glyceryl Caprylate/CaprateGlyceryl Caprylate is a mild ester of glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid found in…
10Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
11CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
12Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
13Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
14Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
15TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
16Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA smaller-sized form of hyaluronic acid, made by breaking the long molecule into…
17Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
18Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
19Adenosine
20Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
21Sodium PhytateA plant-derived salt that acts as a chelating agent, grabbing onto metal ions like…
22Gleditsia Triacanthos Seed Extract
23Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
24Aniba Rosodora Wood Extract
25Parfum (Fragrance)Aroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
26GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
27LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
28CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Caudalie product page, uk.caudalie.com/p/456/the-serum-premier-cru-456.html, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	Contains	Parfum (Fragrance) (#25)
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	Contains	Geraniol (#26), Linalool (#27), Citronellol (#28)
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Caudalie Premier Cru The Serum fragrance-free?

No. Caudalie Premier Cru The Serum contains Parfum (Fragrance) (ingredient 25 of 28).

Does Caudalie Premier Cru The Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Caudalie Premier Cru The Serum good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, acne-prone skin, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Peptides.