No matter the season or the weather outside, our skin goes through mayhem every time we step outside. Armed with the right skincare products, you’ll always be glowing and the people around you will ask about your skincare routine.
Today, and just for you, I’ve looked into my bathroom cabinet and brought you my 7 best French skincare products. From foot creams to moisturizers, I’ve got all your skin needs covered. Ready to go shopping?
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1. Embryolisse Face Cream & Makeup Primer
Advocated by the wonderful celebrity makeup artist, Emily Clarkson, this product is number one for a reason.
It’s a cult item for Parisians who love the brand, Embryolisse, and the shop’s best-seller.
To start, Lait-Crème is a cruelty-free product that’s not only a staple but also a budget-friendly addition to your cabinet. A pea-sized amount is enough for super-nourished and hydrated skin.
As for the finish, this face cream has a dewy, radiant one.
If you fear acne or breakouts, you don’t have to worry about them with this product! It’s particularly perfect for dry and combination skin.
Benefits:
- It has a luxurious feel on your skin.
- You don’t need much of the product to achieve excellent results.
- It doubles as a non-greasy makeup base or primer .
2. NUXE Moisturizing Oil
If you haven’t tried out moisturizing oils, this is your sign to get into them – and Nuxe is a great brand to start with. Their dry oil is ideal for most skin types and provides instant hydration.
My skin quickly absorbs this product without leaving any oil residue behind.
Plus, it’s non-greasy, has a shiny finish, and diminishes the appearance of stretch marks. But the best thing about it has to be that floral, citrusy scent!
I also like how luxurious the bottle makes me feel. It’s pretty chic as you can see. And you can even use it on your body and hair for the same shiny and supple effect.
Benefits:
- It contains a luxurious oil collection (argan, macadamia, hazelnut, and sweet almond).
- It deals with stretch mark discoloration.
- It’s perfect for hair as it addresses flyaways and split ends.
3. La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water Spray
Many dermatologists swear by La Roche-Posay products. It’s what made the brand one of the top French skincare names in France.
For me, their thermal spring water spray is the one item I always restock on. For starters, the spring water used in this product contains prebiotic minerals that feed the good bacteria in your skin.
Further, the product application is simple. You can spray it on dry or sensitive skin or when your skin is red and irritated. You’ll instantly feel refreshed and soothed.
Benefits:
- It’s a budget-friendly skincare product.
- It reduces redness and increases hydration.
- It helps refresh and tone the skin.
4. Pharma Development Night-Time Pomade
Everyone could benefit from a night-time pomade to replenish their skin while they sleep. This way, you wake up feeling refreshed and your skin will thank you!
This specific retinol unclogs and shrinks facial pores. It smoothes wrinkles and lines, achieving a plump effect.
Your skin will appear fresh and dewy because of its hyaluronic acid. The product also works on age spots, redness, and blackheads.
For best results, use this product simultaneously with Ialuset pure acid cream in the morning. It’s another low-budget, high-quality face cream perfect for all skin types.
Benefits:
- It increases collagen production for glowy skin.
- It has anti-aging and healing properties.
- It doubles as a moisturizer.
5. Vichy Eye Cream
You can’t tell me you don’t need an excellent eye cream! For those late-night outs and long work shifts, you should keep Vichy’s eye cream handy for quick fix-ups.
I love this eye cream for multiple reasons. Not only does it work phenomenally on dark circles it also reduces puffiness and the appearance of crow’s feet.
Additionally, it’s paraben and fragrance-free, making it suitable for all skin types.
The product also targets wrinkles and helps firm the area around your eyes. For some, it may visibly lift your eyelids. You don’t need much of the product either to see results.
Benefits:
- It’s a budget-friendly solution to dark circles and puffy eyes.
- It reduces wrinkles and the appearance of crow’s feet.
- It replenishes the sensitive skin around the eyes.
6. Avène Cicalfate Hand Cream
If you use your hands frequently, look no further than Avène’s Cicalfate hand cream! It’s another staple in Parisian cupboards and their brand is well-known there.
That’s mainly because of how low-budget their products typically are. Their hand cream is one of the best French skincare products this brand has to offer in my opinion.
It’s perfect for cracked hands, and it also nourishes and moisturizes dry skin.
Cicalfate sticks to the skin even after a couple of hand washings. The product creates a skin barrier to protect your hands further as well.
Benefits:
- It has a non-greasy or sticky residue
- It’s great for sensitive hand skin
- It has restorative and healing properties
Insider tip: If you’re trying to choose between this brand and La Roche-Posay (two of my favorite skincare brands!), have a read of my guide to Avène vs La Roche-Posay.
7. SVR Xerial 50 Foot Cream
Alternatively, some of us use our feet a lot more than our hands for work, which means you need a foot cream that can stand by you on hard days.
SVR’s moisturizing foot cream works on calluses and cracking skin. You don’t have to stop at your feet either! Apply some SVR on dry elbows and chaffing knees if necessary.
For some, this product also helps with heel pain and removes dead skin.
Benefits:
- It softens calluses immediately
- It can eliminate toe fungus when mixed with fungus-treating oils
- It moisturizes and heals cracks and rough skin
Closing Thoughts
So which of these best French skincare products are you adding to your cabinet?
I made sure to include my top favorites and cover all the bases. This way you get to replenish and vitalize every part of you – whether your face, feet, hands, or under your eyes.
Plus, each product here is budget-friendly and won’t break the bank either. What more do you want?
Let me know your own favorite French skincare products and brands in the comments below!