As you are well aware, I absolutely love French Pharmacy skincare, and Vichy is undoubtedly one of my most reached-for brands. I have used Vichy Mineral 89 for many, many years, and it is the perfect hydrator for summer!
Vichy Mineral 89is described as a "new generation face moisturizer." It features 89% of Vichy's iconic Mineralizing Thermal Water that is further enhanced by Hyaluronic Acid to deeply boost hydration and fortify the skin. The consistency is that of a lightweight gel-like serum that sinks into the skin immediately leaving it hydrated with a luminous, ethereal glow. Dehydrated and dull skin gives way to comfortable, refreshed and moisturized skin without any greasy residue or stickiness. Furthermore, this fragrance-free moisturizer plumps fine lines, nourishes the skin and leaves skin soft, smooth and supple. It offers my normal/combination skin enough moisture and hydration during the warmer months that I can forgo a regular moisturizer altogether, and it pairs beautifully with my favorite serums and face oils, but during the rest of the year I layer it with richer moisturizers.
According to Vichy,
For the 1st time, a breakthrough moisturizing formula, with 89% Mineralizing Thermal Water to help strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier and make skin more resistant to visible aging caused by environmental factors combined with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump skin. Minéral 89 face moisturizer fortifies and makes skin more resistant to visible aging caused by pollution, stress to skin, and fatigue. Its moisturizing formula boosts hydration to replenish the skin's moisture barrier. As a result, skin feels more hydrated, plumped, and toned. Day after day, skin radiates with a healthy glow.
Directions: Apply morning and evening to cleansed skin by spreading a touch of booster all over the face. Spread with outward movements from the middle of the face, without applying too much pressure. All skin types benefit from Mineral 89. It can be easily included in any beauty regimen after cleansing and before your usual serum and/or moisturizer.
Formula Properties: Pure and Clean, Oil free, Alcohol free, Fragrance free, Silicone free, Colorant free, Paraben free, 100% transparent formula, Allergy-tested, Tested on sensitive skin and tested under dermatological control for safety.
Overall Assessment: I absolutely love Vichy Mineral 89, and highly recommend it if you need extra hydration!
$29.99 for 1.69 oz. from Ulta, Amazon, Dermstore and Walgreens (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own (Affiliate Links).
If you love micellar water, then you have inevitably heard of, if not tried, BIODERMA. Their French Pharmacy micellar waters are iconic, and their products can help to streamline your morning and nighttime beauty routine by replacing your makeup remover, toner and cleanser with a single micellar water. I have used their micellar water for about a decade and will always repurchase it.
Bioderma's products are developed by expert skincare professionals who select the finest natural and safe ingredients, and they do not use parabens, alcohol, fragrance or harsh chemicals.
BIODERMA Hydrabio H20 Moisturizing Make-Up Removing Micelle Solution is a very gentle micellar water that is specifically formulated for dehydrated, sensitive skin. Bioderma suggests that it is, "a cleansing and make-up removing water that respects the fragility of sensitive skin and stimulates moisture. " It effortlessly sweeps away makeup, pollutants and dirt without stripping the skin or depleting its moisture levels. It leaves skin feeling fresh, clean and hydrated. I don't often use it in lieu of a cleanser, but on the occasions when I am too tired to do my full nighttime skincare routine, it does a great job thoroughly cleansing my skin.
According to Bioderma,
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O is a no-rinse micellar cleanser and makeup remover specially formulated for dehydrated, sensitive skin. Its fatty acid esters, the constituent elements of micelles, are similar to the phospholipids of the skin cell membranes and naturally help rebuild the skin's hydrolipidic film. Thus, Hydrabio H2O guarantees unrivaled tolerance and comfort for optimum make-up removing efficacy. Moreover, its Aquagenium exclusive biological patent stimulates the skin's ability to retain moisture.
Directions: Soak a cotton pad with Hydrabio H2O and use it to cleanse and/or remove makeup from your face and eyes. Lightly dab your face with a clean cotton towel afterwards. Use daily, day and night.
Overall Assessment: If you love using micellar water, then you definitely need to try Bioderma. Bioderma is a runaway cult-favorite for a reason, and this micellar water most definitely lives up to its hype!
$5.99- $20.99 for 3.38 oz. to 16.9 oz from Ulta, Target, Amazon and Dermstore (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own
I am a huge fan of thermal water sprays, and French Pharmacy finds, and Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water is a truly wonderful mineral water spray that I have used for at least 5 years now. It is so refreshing and hydrating, and it is utter perfection all year long, but it is especially refreshing during the warm weather.
This water is sourced directly from French volcanoes, and its only ingredient is water. This soothing and refreshing spray feels amazing against the skin, and I often spritz it on right after I apply my favorite beauty oil to help speed up absorption, and because it allows me to use less oil. This can be used any time of the day, but I do like to spritz my face before going to bed for a little extra hydration. However, in the warm and hot weather, I keep this in the refrigerator and use it whenever I need to cool down and feel refreshed, and since the weather has been very hot in LA, I have been reaching for this wth great frequency! Furthermore, it can be used to moisten makeup sponges, used to help set makeup.
According to Vichy,
Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water enriched with 15 rare minerals. 15 clinical studies have proven the skin health benefits of Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water. Recognized by the French Academy of Medicine for its soothing and fortifying properties. Completes every skin care regimen and infused in all Vichy skin care products. 100% pure and natural. Preservative free. Paraben free. Fragrance free. Alcohol free. Non comedogenic. Allergy-tested. Features:
- Extremely soothing and infused with antioxidants, Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water is a natural solution for boosting skin quality and health
- A unique combination of 15 rare minerals that give the Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water its remarkable ability to fortify & protect the skin from environmental aggressors
- Spray on face before makeup application or as a booster throughout the day
- Can be used to wet makeup sponges Ingredients: AQUA / WATER.
Overall Assessment: Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water has been a staple for me for more than 5 years, and I will happily buy this again and again and again! $11.99 for 5.1 oz. from Ulta, Amazon, Dermstore and Target(Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.
I am such a huge fan of French Pharmacy skincare products, and have been as long as I can remember. Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream is one of my most recent discoveries, and what a discovery it has proven to be.
Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream is rich, nourishing cream that is formulated to restore and protect the skin, and this gentle and fragrance-free formula calms irritated skin, moisturizes dry skin and leaves it supple and luminous. It is a very concentrated cream, and therefore only a small amount is needed to achieve the desired results. It has a cocooning effect as it envelopes the skin, and it feels really wonderful. If you receive your bottle and the cream has separated, and liquid comes out, vigorously shake it for a while so that the ingredients can reintegrate. While I have normal to combination skin, this cream is not too rich for my skin, and during the winter months when my skin was dehydrated, it worked wonders in its ability to restore moisture.
According to Avène,
Avene Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream is a technologically advanced post-biotic restorative skin barrier cream clinically proven to accelerate the recovery process by 4X and maintain an optimal healing environment.
A rich, nourishing cream that provides up to 45 uses while leveraging a unique postbiotic ingredient to promote a healthy microbiome ideal for skin restoration. Clinically proven to restore the skin in 48 hours*. A dermatologist recommended multi-purpose skin barrier solution. Safe for infants, children and adults. Accepted by the National Eczema Association.
Claims and Benefits:
Rich, nourishing skin barrier cream infused with post-biotic restorative ingredient, helps protect skin from external aggressors while maintaining proper hydration.
Formulated to minimize risk of allergic reactions.
Won't clog pores.
Safe for infants, children and adults.
Versatile cream helps promote and maintain healthy, balanced skin microbiome
Helps accelerate the skin recovery process by 4X.*Evaluation of visible reduction in appearance of skin treated with Cicalfate+ vs. nontreated skin.
Suitable for every skin-SOS: It's great as a daily moisturizer and helps restore burns (including sunburn), cuts, scrapes, stiches, bug bites, perioral and diaper areas, and soothes skin prone to redness or dryness.
Suitable for skin that's compromised (aka: sensitive, dry, damages)
Overall Assessment: This is a lovely cream, and I will definitely purchase another tube when I finish this one!
$40.00 for 3.3 oz., $26.00 for 1.3 oz and $12.00 for .5 oz from Avène USA, Ulta, Dermstore, REVOLVE, Amazon, Target, CVS and YES STYLE (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.
I have rounded up three of my all-time favorite, and most coveted, Vichy products that I have used for years, and that I have been using all summer long. They are the perfect skin saviors for this hot weather!
I am a huge fan of thermal water sprays, and Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water is sourced directly from French volcanoes. This soothing and refreshing spray feels amazing against the skin, and I often spritz it on right after I apply my favorite beauty oil to help speed up absorption, and because it allows me to use less oil. This can be used any time of the day, but I do like to spritz my face before going to bed for a little extra hydration. However, in the warm and hot weather, I keep this in the refrigerator and use it whenever I need to cool down and feel refreshed, and since the weather has been very hot in LA, I have been reaching for this with great frequency! Furthermore, it can be used to moisten makeup sponges, used to help set makeup.
According to Vichy. Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water enriched with 15 rare minerals. 15 clinical studies have proven the skin health benefits of Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water. Recognized by the French Academy of Medicine for its soothing and fortifying properties. Completes every skin care regimen and infused in all Vichy skin care products. 100% pure and natural. Preservative free. Paraben free. Fragrance free. Alcohol free. Non comedogenic. Allergy-tested. Features: - Extremely soothing and infused with antioxidants, Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water is a natural solution for boosting skin quality and health - A unique combination of 15 rare minerals that give the Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water its remarkable ability to fortify & protect the skin from environmental aggressors - Spray on face before makeup application or as a booster throughout the day - Can be used to wet makeup sponges
Ingredients: AQUA / WATER.
Vichy Mineral 89:is described as a "new generation face moisturizer." It features 89% of Vichy's iconic Mineralizing Thermal Water that is further enhanced by Hyaluronic Acid to deeply boost hydration and fortify the skin. The consistency is that of a lightweight gel-like serum that sinks into the skin immediately leaving it hydrated with a luminous, ethereal glow. Dehydrated and dull skin gives way to comfortable, refreshed and moisturized skin without any greasy residue or stickiness. Furthermore, this fragrance-free moisturizer plumps fine lines, nourishes the skin and leaves skin soft, smooth and supple. It offers my normal/combination skin enough moisture and hydration during the warmer months that I can forgo a regular moisturizer altogether, and it pairs beautifully with my favorite serums and face oils, but during the rest of the year I layer it with richer moisturizers.
For the 1st time, a breakthrough moisturizing formula, with 89% Mineralizing Thermal Water to help strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier and make skin more resistant to visible aging caused by environmental factors combined with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump skin. Minéral 89 face moisturizer fortifies and makes skin more resistant to visible aging caused by pollution, stress to skin, and fatigue. Its moisturizing formula boosts hydration to replenish the skin's moisture barrier. As a result, skin feels more hydrated, plumped, and toned. Day after day, skin radiates with a healthy glow.
Directions: Apply morning and evening to cleansed skin by spreading a touch of booster all over the face. Spread with outward movements from the middle of the face, without applying too much pressure. All skin types benefit from Mineral 89. It can be easily included in any beauty regimen after cleansing and before your usual serum and/or moisturizer.
Formula Properties: Pure and Clean, Oil free, Alcohol free, Fragrance free, Silicone free, Colorant free, Paraben free, 100% transparent formula, Allergy-tested, Tested on sensitive skin and tested under dermatological control for safety.
Vichy 3-in-1 Micellar Wipes: I use makeup wipes all of the time, and these micellar wipes are among my very favorites. They gently and effectively remove every trace of makeup, they are gentle enough for sensitive eyes and skin, and they soothe and hydrate rather than irritate and strip the skin.
Micellar cleansing makeup remover wipes instantly cleanse skin in only one-step. The makeup remover formula, enriched with Vitamin E, soothes and refreshes skin. Skin feels softer and more comfortable.
These makeup remover wipes are a one-step cleansing solution that: 1. Cleanse 2. Remove Waterproof Makeup 3. Soothe Skin
Directions: Gently wipe face with makeup remover wipe to remove dirt and all traces of face and eye makeup. Wipe without rubbing face and eyes. Reseal pack to prevent remaining makeup remover wipes from drying out.
Overall Assessment: I use these all of the time, and will continue to buy them over and over and over again! They are perfect all year round, but they are utter perfection during the summer!
I am a huge fan of thermal water sprays, and Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water is sourced directly from French volcanoes. This soothing and refreshing spray feels amazing against the skin, and I often spritz it on right after I apply my favorite beauty oil to help speed up absorption, and because it allows me to use less oil. This can be used any time of the day, but I do like to spritz my face before going to bed for a little extra hydration. However, in the warm and hot weather, I keep this in the refrigerator and use it whenever I need to cool down and feel refreshed, and since the weather has been very hot in LA, I have been reaching for this wth great frequency! Furthermore, it can be used to moisten makeup sponges, used to help set makeup.
According to Vichy. Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water enriched with 15 rare minerals. 15 clinical studies have proven the skin health benefits of Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water. Recognized by the French Academy of Medicine for its soothing and fortifying properties. Completes every skin care regimen and infused in all Vichy skin care products. 100% pure and natural. Preservative free. Paraben free. Fragrance free. Alcohol free. Non comedogenic. Allergy-tested. Features:
- Extremely soothing and infused with antioxidants, Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water is a natural solution for boosting skin quality and health
- A unique combination of 15 rare minerals that give the Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water its remarkable ability to fortify & protect the skin from environmental aggressors
- Spray on face before makeup application or as a booster throughout the day
- Can be used to wet makeup sponges Ingredients: AQUA / WATER.
Vichy Aqualia Thermal UV Defense Moisturizer is a lightweight daily moisturizer that keeps skin wonderfully hydrated while offering a broad spectrum SPF 30. This all-in-one SPF moisturizer has a high enough SPF that I do not feel the need to use another sunscreen, but I do have to reapply it every 80 minutes as I would with a regular sunscreen. This is a chemical sunscreen– using Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 5%, Octisalate 5% and Octocrylene 7%– therefore, if you prefer physical sunscreens then you probably won't want to use this French Pharmacy favorite.
This lotion is non-sticky, it leaves behind no white residue and it leaves skin radiate, soft, smooth and protected. It does have a light, nondescript, aroma, but it does fade quickly.
According to Vichy,
A lightweight, daily SPF 30 moisturizer providing long lasting 48 hour dynamic hydration and broad spectrum protection from harmful UVA / UVB rays, which can cause skin damage and premature skin aging. Aqualia Thermal UV Defense Moisturizer SPF 30 Sunscreen provides 48 hour dynamic hydration, smoothed fine lines, and daily protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays. Formulated with Vichy Mineralizing Water from the French volcanoes to fortify the skin barrier and protect it from daily exposome factors like lack of sleep & pollution. This oil-free, refreshing lightweight texture glides easily over skin without stickiness. Skin appears less tired, leaving a healthy looking radiance. Paraben-free, oil-free, and non-comedogenic.
Featured Ingredients:
Vichy Mineralizing Water: A miracle of nature from the preserved region of Auvergne, rich in 15 minerals, helps strengthen the skin's moisture barrier function to help protect skin against aggressors.
Niacinimide: Niacinimide is a B vitamin that can help reduce moisture loss and dehydration.
Plant Sugar: Delivers high performance hydration by strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier to help prevent water loss, leaving skin radiant and plumped with moisture.
Overall Assessment: This is a very effective daytime moisturizer, and I have been using it each day since I received it. While we remain under a stay-at-home order, I do go into my backyard to read and garden, and therefore I have been getting a lot of use from Vichy Aqualia Thermal UV Defense Moisturizer.
Vichy Liftactiv Hyalu Mask is an ultra effective Hyaluronic Acid-based hydrating mask that is a perfect pick for dehydrated, stressed and dry skin. This is every French Pharmacy fanatics dream-come-true hydrator, and its refreshing water-gel texture feels cooling and amazing against the skin. It plumps fine lines, deeply hydrates and leaves skin soft, smooth and supple. It is formulated for all types of skin, and it is paraben-free, oil-free and fragrance-free.
According to Vichy,
Discover Vichy's LiftActiv Hyalu Face Mask, formulated with 1% Natural Origin Hyaluronic Acid, Agave Yeast Extract, and 15 Mineral-Rich Water for all skin types marked by dehydration, fatigue and loss of elasticity. With a water gel texture, this leave-on hyaluronic acid face mask helps restore firmness, reduce fine lines, and replenish hydration to leave your skin looking supple and smooth.
After just 5 minutes of use, see a refreshed complexion. Visibly firms, reduces fine lines and hydrates skin. Leaves skin looking supple and smooth. No rinse off needed. Convenient, leave-on hyaluronic acid face mask. Paraben-free. Fragrance-free. Oil-free.
Directions: Apply a thin, even layer of the hyaluronic acid face mask on clean, dry skin. Wait for 5 minutes and remove the excess with a damp cotton pad. Do not rinse with water. Avoid eye and lip contours. Recommended to use three times a week and to use in place of your full anti-aging skincare regimen as an occasional treatment.
*We consider an ingredient to be naturally derived if it is unchanged from its natural state or has undergone processing yet still retains greater than 50% of its molecular structure from its original natural source. All skincare benefits are the unique association of the ingredients in the formula. While the complete formula delivers the overall results, many ingredients are targeted for specific actions and benefits. This is an informative description of some of the ingredients and their possible effects.
*All skincare benefits are the unique association of the ingredients in the formula. While the complete formula delivers the overall results, many ingredients are targeted for specific actions and benefits. This is an informative description of some of the ingredients and their possible effects. Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the actual product package for the most up to date list of ingredients.
Overall Assessment: I love Vichy, and this wonderfully hydrating mask does not disappoint!
As you are well aware, I absolutely love French Pharmacy skincare, and Vichy is undoubtedly one of my most reached-for brands. This season I have two must-haves from the brand that are absolutely incredible, and worthy of your consideration.
Vichy Mineral 89 Eyes Hyaluronic Acid Eye Gel ($24.00 for 0.51 oz. from Vichy USA, Ulta, Amazon, Dermstore, SkinStore, Target and Walgreens): This lightweight eye gel, which is ultra hydrating courtesy of the Hyaluronic Acid, is very nourishing and fast absorbing. It is suitable for all types of skin, including very sensitive skin, and it addresses dryness and dehydration while lifting fine lines and brightening and smoothing the skin. Furthermore, the gel formula is very refreshing, and it contains no irritating fragrance that can cause sensitive eyes to water and sting.
According to Vichy,
Your skin’s daily dose of strength, now created exclusively for the sensitive skin around your eyes. Minéral 89 Eyes Hyaluronic Acid Eye Gel hydrates, brightens, and smoothes fine lines around the delicate eye area, which is especially sensitive to the impact of daily aggressors like lack of sleep, stress, and pollution. The formula combines 89% Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water, Natural Origin Hyaluronic Acid and Pure Caffeine for a brighter and rested look.
Directions: Use morning and evening. Place a drop of Minéral 89 Eyes Hyaluronic Acid Eye Gel on your fingertips and apply to clean skin around the eye area.
Minéral 89 Eyes Hyaluronic Acid Eye Gel is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. Paraben Free. Fragrance Free.
Vichy Mineral 89 ($29.99 for 1.69 oz. from Ulta, Amazon, Dermstore and Walgreens):is described as a "new generation face moisturizer." It features 89% of Vichy's iconic Mineralizing Thermal Water that is further enhanced by Hyaluronic Acid to deeply boost hydration and fortify the skin. The consistency is that of a lightweight gel-like serum that sinks into the skin immediately leaving it hydrated with a luminous, ethereal glow. Dehydrated and dull skin gives way to comfortable, refreshed and moisturized skin without any greasy residue or stickiness. Furthermore, this fragrance-free moisturizer plumps fine lines, nourishes the skin and leaves skin soft, smooth and supple. It offers my normal/combination skin enough moisture and hydration during the warmer months that I can forgo a regular moisturizer altogether, and it pairs beautifully with my favorite serums and face oils, but during the rest of the year I layer it with richer moisturizers.
According to Vichy,
For the 1st time, a breakthrough moisturizing formula, with 89% Mineralizing Thermal Water to help strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier and make skin more resistant to visible aging caused by environmental factors combined with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump skin. Minéral 89 face moisturizer fortifies and makes skin more resistant to visible aging caused by pollution, stress to skin, and fatigue. Its moisturizing formula boosts hydration to replenish the skin's moisture barrier. As a result, skin feels more hydrated, plumped, and toned. Day after day, skin radiates with a healthy glow.
Directions: Apply morning and evening to cleansed skin by spreading a touch of booster all over the face. Spread with outward movements from the middle of the face, without applying too much pressure. All skin types benefit from Mineral 89. It can be easily included in any beauty regimen after cleansing and before your usual serum and/or moisturizer.
Formula Properties: Pure and Clean, Oil free, Alcohol free, Fragrance free, Silicone free, Colorant free, Paraben free, 100% transparent formula, Allergy-tested, Tested on sensitive skin and tested under dermatological control for safety.
Overall Assessment: I absolutely love these two products from Vichy, and highly recommend them.
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As a lifelong French Pharmacy product fanatic, it took no time at all for me to fall in love with Vichy's fantastic array of products. Here are some of my top picks for the warm months of summer.
About Vichy,
In 1931, Dr. Haller, a medical director at the thermal treatment center in Vichy, France, discovered the therapeutic virtues of Vichy Thermal Spa Water on skin. Originating more than 2000 years ago in the heart of Auvergne’s volcanoes, this extraordinary water, rich in 15 beneficial minerals and antioxidants, was found to improve skin quality, soothe sensitivity and accelerate the healing of skin wounds.
Convinced that skin health is the true source of beauty, Dr. Haller pioneered the first line of dermocosmetics powered by this mineral-rich water. Today, this very water, known as Vichy Thermal Spa Water, is still sourced from the same location in France, and is at the core of all Vichy skincare formulations.
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Face Serum ($36.00 for 1.01 oz. from Vichy, Amazon, Dermstore, Target, Kohl's, Walgreens and Escentual): This remarkably lightweight mineral-rich and thermal water-infused serum, which includes Hyaluronic Acid as among its star ingredients, immediately melts into the skin imparting superior hydration. It is perfect for the warm weather, and it is so light on the skin that it never feels heavy, even in humid weather. It is the perfect pick-me-up for dehydrated skin, and is the perfect summer serum. It has a very faint, clean, aroma– but it is neither long-lasting, nor in the least bit imposing.
According to Vichy,
Aqualia Thermal Serum provides immediate and long lasting 48-hour dynamic hydration and smoothed fine lines. It helps retain water and reinforces the skin’s moisture barrier function. Skin is moisturized and protected even under temperature variations. It is formulated with 97% natural-origin ingredients including Hyaluronic Acid, plant sugar and Vichy 15 mineral-rich thermal water. Paraben-Free.
SKIN TYPE: Dry, Combination
SKIN CONCERN: Dryness
Directions: Apply morning and evening to cleansed skin by spreading a pump of hydrating serum all over the face, paying special attention to dry skin areas. Spread with outward movements from the middle of the face, without applying too much pressure.
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rehydrating Rich Cream ($31.00 for 1.69 oz. from Vichy,Amazon, Ulta, Target, Walgreens, Dermstore and Escentual): This is a very rich and moisturizing cream, and yet it melts into the skin without leaving behind a thick or greasy residue. It contains Hyalaronic Acid, for superior hydration, and it leaves skin infinitely moisturized. It softens the appearance of fine lines, but plumping them, and it leaves skin incredibly soft and smooth. While it lists fragrance among its ingredients, I detect no aroma to speak of. While this cream is formulated for normal to dry skin types, it works beautifully for my normal to combination skin. It is a great choice for the warm weather since it really boosts moisture levels.
According to Vichy,
A replenishing and soothing dry skin moisturizer in a rich, refreshing cream. This paraben-free moisturizer is formulated with 97% Natural Origin Ingredients and provides 48-hour dynamic hydration & smoothed fine lines. For deep comfort and a fresh complexion that lasts.
SKIN TYPE: Normal to Dry
SKIN CONCERN: Dryness, Dullness
Directions: Apply face moisturizer morning and evening to cleansed skin by spreading a touch of cream all over the face. Spread with outward movements from the middle of the face, without applying too much pressure.
Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rehydrating Water Gel ($31.00 for 1.69 oz. from Vichy, Ulta,Amazon, Target, Dermstore and Kohl's): I am completely obsessed with gel moisturizers, and this one is absolutely phenomenal, in my opinion. It is feather-weight, it sinks into the skin immediately, and I mean immediately, and it leaves behind no residue whatsoever. It includes Hyaluronic Acid for superior hydration, and moisture retention, and it plumps fine lines while drenching the skin in hydration. It has a very faint, clean, aroma, but it fades immediately.
According to Vichy,
Aqualia Thermal Water Gel Moisturizer provides long-lasting 48 hour dynamic hydration and smoothed fine lines. A lightweight water gel moisturizer formulated with 97% Natural Origin Ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Plant Sugar, and Vichy 15 Mineral-Rich Thermal Water Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water and Hyaluronic Acid to boost hydration for up to 48-hours.
SKIN TYPE: Normal to Combination
SKIN CONCERN: Dryness, Dullness
Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water ($9.50 for 5.1 oz. from Vichy, Amazon, Walgreens and Skin Care RX): I am a huge fan of thermal water sprays, and Vichy's is sourced directly from French volcanoes. This soothing and refreshing spray feels amazing against the skin, and I often spritz it on right after I apply my favorite beauty oil to help speed up absorption, and because it allows me to use less oil. This can be used any time of the day, but I do like to spritz my face before going to bed for a little extra hydration.
According to Vichy. Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water enriched with 15 rare minerals. 15 clinical studies have proven the skin health benefits of Vichy Mineralizing Thermal Water. Recognized by the French Academy of Medicine for its soothing and fortifying properties. Completes every skin care regimen and infused in all Vichy skin care products. 100% pure and natural. Preservative free. Paraben free. Fragrance free. Alcohol free. Non comedogenic. Allergy-tested. Ingredients: AQUA / WATER.
Vichy Mineral 89 ($29.50 for 1.69 oz. from Vichy USA, Ulta, Amazon, Dermstore, Skin Care RX, SkinStore and Walgreens): is described as a "new generation face moisturizer." It features 89% of Vichy's iconic Mineralizing Thermal Water that is further enhanced by Hyaluronic Acid to deeply boost hydration and fortify the skin. The consistency is that of a lightweight gel-like serum that sinks into the skin immediately leaving it hydrated with a luminous, ethereal glow. Dehydrated and dull skin gives way to comfortable, refreshed and moisturized skin without any greasy residue or stickiness. Furthermore, this fragrance-free moisturizer plumps fine lines, nourishes the skin and leaves skin soft, smooth and supple. It offers my normal/combination skin enough moisture and hydration during the summer that I can forgo a regular moisturizer altogether, and it pairs beautifully with my favorite serums and face oils, but during the rest of the year I layer it with richer moisturizers.
According to Vichy,
For the 1st time, a breakthrough moisturizing formula, with 89% Mineralizing Thermal Water to help strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier and make skin more resistant to visible aging caused by environmental factors combined with hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump skin. Minéral 89 face moisturizer fortifies and makes skin more resistant to visible aging caused by pollution, stress to skin, and fatigue. Its moisturizing formula boosts hydration to replenish the skin's moisture barrier. As a result, skin feels more hydrated, plumped, and toned. Day after day, skin radiates with a healthy glow.
Directions: Apply morning and evening to cleansed skin by spreading a touch of booster all over the face. Spread with outward movements from the middle of the face, without applying too much pressure. All skin types benefit from Mineral 89. It can be easily included in any beauty regimen after cleansing and before your usual serum and/or moisturizer.
Formula Properties: Pure and Clean, Oil free, Alcohol free, Fragrance free, Silicone free, Colorant free, Paraben free, 100% transparent formula, Allergy-tested, Tested on sensitive skin and tested under dermatological control for safety.
Overall Assessment: These five miracle-workers are perfect for the warm weather, and I suspect that you will love them as much as I do.
