French Pharmacy Faves
what I NEVER LEAVE the french pharmacy WITHOUT
Vitamin C: Nuxe Prodigieuse Boost
Why I love it: My skin drinks it up like a tall glass of water in the morning and leaves me glowing
Skin evening serum: Caudalie Vino Perfect Serum éclat Anti Taches
Why I love it: My dark spots have lightened and my sk looks more toned
Hyaluronic acid cream: Ialuset
Why I love it: Been using it since I moved to Paris in 2016. Read more about my love affair here. Unlike the others on this list, this product is behind the pharmacy.
Moisturizer: Caudalie Premier Cru La Crème
Why I love it:: Really hydrates my skin, especially after the nights I may or may not have been overserved
Sunscreen: Avene SPF 50 Sunscreen
Why I love it: Lightweight, silky, and smells like heaven
Night Serum: Nuxe Merveilluse Lift Serum
Why I love it: I wake up with skin like a 20 year old, especially when I get a good night’s sleep
Face Mask: Vichy Quenching Mineral Face Mask
Why I love it: Gives my skin the jumpstart it needs before any big event
Eye Mask: Klorane Eye Patches
Why I love it: Gives my eyes the wake up call they need on those days I don’t get enough sleep
Body Lotion: Caudalie Thé des Vignes Body Lotion
Why I love it: Hydrates my skin instantly without any heavyweight residue
Lip Balm: Nuxe Rêve de Miel
Why I love it: It keeps my lips hydrated and locks in moisture for hours; doesn’t hurt that it smells good enough to eat
Hair Vitamins: Phyto Phytophanare Supplement
Why I love it: The only thing I didn’t love about living in France was what it did to my hair—it was a combo of things, but this helps keep my hair healthy and from falling out while I’m traveling in Europe
Hair Lotion: Phyto 7 Hydrating Cream
Why I love it: The water in France is harder than the US, and this keeps my hair soft and moisturized