French Pharmacy Favorite for Summer: Vichy Mineral 89

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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 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.

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.

Ingredients: Aqua, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Biosaccharide Gum-1.

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!

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Tips for Happy Feet All Summer Long

During the warmer months, our feet can become very dry and calloused. We often run around in sandals or in our yards barefoot, and as a result our feet need more tender loving care. Here are some tips to keep your feet happy this summer:

1) Wash your feet every night before you go to bed. This removes all of the dirt that the feet are exposed to through sandals and flip flops.

2) Periodically use a gentle exfoliating scrub to remove dead skin cells from your feet.

3) Use a rich lotion or cream on your feet day and night. Massage it into the skin until it is fully absorbed.

4) Use a high SPF sunscreen on your feet whenever you leave the house and reapply it just as you would reapply a sunscreen for your face. Your feet get constant exposure to the sun when you are outside, and they need protection.

5) Try not to go barefoot outside- use flip-flops or sandals instead. There is nothing that will callous your feet faster than walking around on concrete. If you are a gym-goer- then keep flip-flops in your locker to avoid picking up all sorts of germs and athletes foot.

6) Get a foot massage! Not only will it make your feet feel great and increase circulation, but it will also make all of you feel great because of all of the acupressure points that will be stimulated during your massage.

7) Get a pedicure! Go for a bright happy color that makes you smile when you look at your feet!