To clean: water rather than milk

Excess of sebum and sweating, to which is added the polluted atmosphere of large cities, can lead to the appearance of buttons and redness. So, even if we wear less makeup, we continue to cleanse our skin well morning and evening, choosing fresh textures such as waters and lotions, rather than a richer oil or milk. The right combination: a micellar lotion and one makeup remover two-phase for resistant eyeshadows.

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Fresh lotion:

This micellar water with 7 soothing and antioxidant herbs gently removes make-up, even waterproof, on the face and around the eyes, leaving a pleasant sensation of freshness.

Cleansing Water with 7 herbs, 3 in 1 micellar water, Erborian, € 23 for 190 ml.

Eye make-up remover:

With its double phase (oily and aqueous), this organic cleanser allows both effective make-up removal from eyeshadows, including waterproof, and eyelash care, thanks to an anti-pollution complex (moringa seeds, white grape) associated with l ‘arginine, an amino acid that strengthens them.

Waterproof bi-phase eye makeup remover,

Bio-Beauté by Nuxe, € 12.50 for 125 ml.

To hydrate: a gel rather than a cream

With the increase in temperature, the skin protects itself and thickens imperceptibly, but sufficient, to increase the natural production of sebum. On the other hand, evaporation and water losses increase under the effect of heat. It is therefore necessary to compensate by moisturizing more …

We choose formulas that contain a maximum of moisturizing agents. By applying, morning and evening, an ultra-refreshing serum and gel-cream or a thirst-quenching cream that plumps.

We think of making touch-ups during the day. By spraying, as soon as the need arises, a veil of thermal water, dabbed with a clean handkerchief, or a moisturizing mist.

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Plumping serum:

The new version of this serum is moisturizing and antipollution, thanks to vegetable milks, a red algae from the Baltic Sea which restructures the epidermis and hyaluronic acid.

Fresh beauty cream, 48-hour hydration thirst-quenching serum, Nuxe, € 29.90 for 30 ml.

Protective Dew:

This mist contains a large amount of Alpine thermal water and ultra-hydrating active ingredients, combined with anti-pollution protectors and anti-UVA and UVB filters.

Water mist SPF 30, Uriage, € 7.90 for 50 ml.

Moisturizing gel-cream:

A light and refreshing formula for a highly hydrating cream thanks to high molecular weight hyaluronic acid. She is too anti-aging and antirides thanks to the presence of two other lower weight hyaluronic acids and vectorized microcollagen.

Thirst-quenching cream with three hyaluronic acids, Resultime, € 41.90 for 50 ml.

To put on makeup: a tinted cream rather than a foundation

We swap his face powder, too covering, against a BB or a CC bronze cream, a special tinted treatment for summer which gives a healthy glow in transparency. They are perfect and almost sufficient, on one condition: apply a slightly mattifying treatment underneath, especially if you have combination or oily skin. The extra step: swap your usual loose powder for mattifying papers, because it is better to remove material than to add.

For the eyes. We like the creamy eyeshadow, very light on the skin. To be completed with a tip of waterproof mascara, which is resistant even when swimming or sweating.

For the mouth. Exit the lipstick. A small touch of colored gloss or balm to hydrate and shine the lips is enough …

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Smoothing base:

This invisible makeup base blurs imperfections, while protecting from the sun and pollution.

Smoothing protective base SPF 50 / PA +++, Nars, € 34 for 30 ml.

Embellisseur bronzant :

A unique golden shade that adapts to all skin tones to unify the complexion without coverage.

Bronze effect embellisher, Dr Pierre Ricaud, € 20 for 30 ml.

Intense shade:

This eye shadow (20 shades) deposits a waterproof colored film, thanks to an oil that evaporates, leaving the pigments coated with a protective film.

Make Up For Ever, Aqua XL Color Paint, 9,85 € les 4,80 ml.

For the hair: a “low” rather than a shampoo

Solicited all year round by frequent washing and products loaded with silicones or alcohol, the hair is put to the test. The right reflex? Space the washes and do not shampoo twice in a row if the hair is not very dirty. And once a week, for dry or normal hair, use a formula “low poo“low foaming, sulfate-free, silicone-free and parabens-free.

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Purifying:

This shampoo purifies from the root and refreshes the hair thanks to the infusions of verbena leaves and green tea.

Le Petit Marseillais detox freshness shampoo, € 2.98 for 250 ml.

Soft :

Intended for dry hair, a washing cream with six flower micro-oils to gently wash your hair.

Low Shampoo, Delicate washing cream Extraordinary oil, Elsève L’Oréal Paris, € 6.90 for 400 ml.

To perfume yourself: a water rather than a perfume

Like our wardrobe, which becomes lighter with the arrival of summer, parfums heady notes are relieved in favor of fresher notes. Fruity, sparkling, delicious, summer fragrances smell like citrus fruits, armfuls of flowers, sour candies and fruit sorbets.

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De-stressing water:

Invigorating essential oils of bergamot and sour orange, notes of lily of the valley and jasmine, tonka bean and vanilla give this water its virtues that are both soothing and invigorating.

Relax Water, Biotherm, € 23 for 50 ml.

Sweet fragrance:

Velvety and aromatic, this fresh water combines citrus fruits, iris, sage and pink berries.

Vineyard water, Caudalie, € 22.80 for 100 ml.

Happy note:

Evocation of dawn, a dew on rose and peony petals blends with fruity notes of lychee and pear.

Sky di Gioia, Giorgio Armani, € 49.50 les 30 ml.

In the 90s, cosmetics swore by “two in one”, very practical multifunction formulas. “But, with the wave of layering (superposition of several products) coming from Asia, the labs have abandoned these all-purpose treatments, supposed to be suitable for all skin types, remarks Aurélie Guyoux, Scientific Director of State Pur. We now prefer the “one to one”, personalized and hyper-targeted. Especially since each skin is different and its needs change with the seasons, but also with our way of life, our environment, our eating habits, our degree of stress or from fatigue… ”Hence the appearance of these ultra-concentrated“ boosters ”, capable of responding to a specific problem: redness, fine lines, spots, dark circles, Pores, Dull complexion… as precisely as possible.

A diagnosis to identify the needs of the epidermis

In order to find the right dosage, it all starts with an accurate diagnosis. “No need for a magnifying mirror, or a diploma in cosmetics, warns Aurélie Guyoux. You just have to take a good look at your skin and understand what it is expressing. Is it firm or a little wrinkled? Plump to the touch? Does it capture light well? Is she getting dehydrated faster than usual? Does it have small pimples, spots? To help us answer all these questions, most brands today offer diagnostics, to be done in store or online: nature of the epidermis, lifestyle, environment, concerns (wrinkles, eye contour, imperfections, loss of radiance or firmness …). Our “daily skin” is scrutinized to define, in a few clicks, a tailor-made protocol. We therefore leave with a beauty prescription and the corresponding product (s). This essential diagnosis must be renewed regularly, every 3 months for example, to stay as close as possible to the needs of your skin.

A hyper-targeted and effective composition

Unlike a serum often combining several types of active ingredients (moisturizers, firming agents, etc.), boosters only contain two or three molecules from the same family. Beyond that, the skin saturates and does not assimilate them correctly. “This type of formulation allows the active ingredients to be more effective,” emphasizes our expert. Thus, salicylic acid must be concentrated to 2% for a perfect purifying action. But, in a classic cream, it is rarely offered at this dose. And the other ingredients often interfere. Another example : resveratrol. It is one of the best antioxidants on the market, but it is difficult to stabilize. ”

Pure and very concentrated, the boosters take effect in just a few applications. While the effect of a serum is only visible after a cycle of cell renewal, or 28 days. Thus, with a “detox” booster rich in green coffee, the radiance resurfaces very quickly. With another, concentrated in zinc, the complexion becomes more matte over the days. The formulas rich in glycolic acid offer an immediate peeling effect, those based on arginine visibly reduce dark circles and puffiness, those containing ficaria extract soothe redness in no time …

A personalized user manual that makes all the difference

On the application side, several options are possible depending on the brand. But, whatever happens, these boosters concentrated in pure active ingredients can be combined with another treatment and never used alone. Most (Clarins, Sephora, Dr. Brandt) can be mixed in the palm of your hand with a rather basic moisturizer, in order to avoid interactions with too many active ingredients, just before use. Or a hydrating mask for a more intense action. Others (Kiehl’s or Dr Pierre Ricaud) propose to incorporate their boosters in a neutral base, responsible for sufficiently moisturizing the skin. The preparation is therefore done here in one go. Still others (like Etat Pur) rely on an application directly on the skin, before applying their day cream. “One or two well-targeted drops, only on the area to be treated, make it possible to act in the right place thanks to a vectorization system,” indicates Aurélie Guyoux. To attenuate the spots, the depigmenting active ingredients must thus reach the melanocyte at the base of the epidermis. To restore softness to the skin, hyaluronic acid will target the fibroblast, more in depth. »To be used as a single dose or as a treatment of 1 week to 1 month, depending on the condition of the skin. And especially to the changes of season (at the start of the school year, for example) and during peaks of pollution or any other phenomenon that could unbalance the epidermis.

For our hair too …

To extend the benefits of a salon treatment, Kérastase has just launched its tailor-made box: four concentrates (dry, colored, damaged or refined hair) and five boosters (shine, density, discipline, reconstruction or nutrition), to be determined with the hairdresser- expert in salon. It corresponds to 1 month of home care.

It is now a ritual. As soon as an information about Kate Middleton comes to filter, the British media rub their hands. We remember the post-childbirth secret of the princess whose fresh complexion had made the cheeks of many Britons pink with jealousy. Due to his good looks, this one had let go that she was quite simply fond of natural care and bios for his skin. However, the latest revelation from Deborah Mitchell, esthetician of stars like Victoria Beckham or Gwyneth Paltrow, could shower the enthusiasm of fans of pure juice. organic cosmetics. To be considered as true. Because this is the whole debate that divides fans of Kate Middleton.

The bone of contention, here it is: is Kate Middleton a fan of Nutella masks? Deborah Mitchell claimed on the set of the British show This Morning on February 15, 2017 that she enjoyed using Nutella masks for these famous clients. For this treatment, she explained that she mixed the paste with sugar and lip balm before applying the preparation on the face for a few minutes. While the interviewee did not clearly give names, the rumor that the beauty pro would take care of Kate Middleton spread quickly.

The Kensington Palace denial

If this information were proven, it would be a departure from her organic skincare routine defended by Kate Middleton. The famous spread rich in Palm oil is indeed anything but natural. Not to mention that one can doubt the nourishing benefits for the skin of sfats.

While the main interested party did not react clearly to the subject of Nutella, Kensington Palace, residence of the Duchess, saw fit to sweep this false controversy by ensuring that Catherine Middleton was not a client de Deborah Mitchell.

In other words, if there are Nutella masks, they could be applied to the skin of other stars that beauticians like Gwyneth Paltrow take care of, but certainly not to Kate’s.

What products does your “Spring freshness” Top Health Box contain? Below is the list of 12 branded products.

The Spring Fresh Beauty Box: 12 skincare and beauty products, for € 29.90 instead of € 146.33, a saving of 79%.

1 / EFFIDERM – Hydrating fluid cream
A formula rich in CellRepulp® Complex and Hyaluronic Acid, specially developed to lightly hydrate the skin, and to protect it from external aggressions and the effects of time.
50 ml. Value: € 19.90.

2/ TRUE ORGANIC OF SWEDEN – Baume hydratant « All you need is me »
Only based on natural ingredients, this balm intended for the whole family, soothes sunburns, moisturizes dry lips and hands, repairs irritated noses …
50 ml. Value: 25 €.

3 / SKINEANCE – Snail slime exfoliant
It gently cleanses your skin, repairs and protects it thanks to allantoin, collagen and the moisturizing agents it contains. 50 ml.
Value: € 14.99.

4/ NUTRÉOV – Speed draineur® ULTRA
Food supplement based on 5 plant extracts, which facilitate the renal elimination of water, and which helps fight excess weight as part of a slimming diet.
2 bottles of 500 ml. Value: € 26.30.

5 / PALMER’S – Nourishing body milk
With pure cocoa butter, this milk protects and gives your skin all its beauty and softness. Suitable for the whole family.
200 ml. Value: € 4.20

6 / MIXGLISS – Mixgliss Lub, a basic!
Fragrance-free lubricating gel that knows how to be forgotten and to please everyone. Water-based formula, ideal for intimate games, such as the use of sextoys.
70 ml. Value: € 7.50.

7/ GO PRETTY – Shampooing sec fraîcheur & volume
This brand new Dry Shampoo is the on-the-go solution that restores freshness and volume to hair, in just 1 minute!
50 ml. Value: € 3.90.

8 / FEMFRESH – Intimate Freshness Deodorant
Thanks to Odor Control technology and a hypoallergenic formula that respects the intimate area, this intimate deodorant brings you long-lasting freshness.
125 ml. Value: € 4.50.

9/ SUPERDIET – Actimincyl BIO
Food supplement based on 6 plants and fruits (Guarana, Green tea, Green mate, Green coffee, Cocoa bean …), which helps maintain weight and participates in fat metabolism.
20 bulbs. Value: € 21.10.

10 / BLEU D’ARGAN – Face mask
The ECLAT face mask, composed of 98% natural ingredients, including argan oil, offers your skin a revitalizing effect without irritation. It is obtained from the mixture of 2 gels in sachets.
1 mask. Value: € 4.70.

11 / NETLINE® – Depilatory wax strips
To remove hair, even the shortest. Netline®, with its natural formula, provides ease of use and minimizes skin reactions.
20 bands. Value: € 8.50.

12 / BEAUTÉLIVE – “I’m varnished! “
The function of this protective base is to protect your nails before applying your varnish.
10 ml. Value: € 5.74.

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It gently cleanses

Thanks to mild surfactants: more and more often, non-ionics, sugar-based (decyl-glucoside, lauryl-glucoside, coco-glucoside, etc.) or derivatives of fatty alcohols, derived from coconut oils or palm, or a mixture of the two (sodium cocoyl taurate, sodium cocoyl glutamate).

The advantage: they do not attack the skin and clean it quite well, and they also foam very little.

She does not dehydrate

Because it contains at least one highly hydrating ingredient, glycerin. And, for some, also hyaluronic acid and soothing active ingredients derived from plants (rose, cornflower) and nourishing (honey, cottonseed oil) … In addition, their surfactants are not strippers, and are integrated into the just dose.

She respects the skin

For an effective cleansing action that respects the skin’s balance, the surfactants are organized into micelles. These spherical molecules are made up of two parts of different polarity: one, lipophilic, in strong affinity with fats; the other, hydrophilic, in affinity with water. The first (lipophilic) have the capacity to grip the dirt and trap it, while the second, in affinity with water, entrain this dirt during rinsing.

It protects against pollution

First, because it rids the skin of particles that accumulate there thanks to its cleaning power. But also, because it contains active antioxidants which protect against environmental attacks and free radicals.

In practice

How to choose it? When you like cleaning with water, you have to choose your foam according to your skin type and when you use it.

– In the morning in the shower, opt for a gentle or organic cleansing foam, for sensitive skin, or with AHAs (fruit acids) if you want more radiance.

– In the evening, prefer a foam with make-up removing power, with active “care” which help to quickly reconstitute the skin barrier.

Can we remove make-up from the eyes?

Not always ! If the foam contains too strong surfactants or fruit acids intended for a light exfoliation, it is better to avoid the eye area, which is highly sensitive.

An ingredient from Asia

It is with the buds and leaves of the tea tree that green tea is made. “They are picked by hand, dried, then rolled. The first pickings, between March and April, are the most popular, because they are very concentrated in active ingredients ” , explains Katalin Berenyi, expert in cosmetology. In China and Japan, green tea has been consumed for centuries for its taste and medicinal properties. “In Korea, matcha tea (finely ground green tea) is widely used to make homemade masks. It is mixed with yogurt, milk or honey. It is also found in the baths of beauty houses to tone the body ” , she continues.

A depolluting power

Thanks to its content of tannins with astringent virtues, green tea is useful for combination and oily skin, where it tightens dilated pores. “Matcha tea powder indeed has a strong absorption capacity for pollutants, toxins and oxidation products. It can be used both on the face and on the scalp ”, underlines Katalin Berenyi. Green tea extracts are also included in the composition of slimming care, because they stimulate the mechanism of lipolysis, which “destocks” fat, while tannins strengthen skin tone.

Very powerful anti-aging active ingredients

As a drink as well as on the skin, green tea is renowned for its antioxidant properties.

This is thanks to its many polyphenols, including catechins (20%), but also epigallo-catechin gallate (or EGCG) which destroys free radicals. The latter has an anti-inflammatory action which relieves irritation and protects cells against attacks. “In anti-aging care formulas, green tea helps to preserve the elasticity of the skin” , notes Katalin Berenyi. It is also credited with relaxing and stimulating effects on the immune system, due to theanine, an amino acid.

By ridding the skin of its toxins, green tea improves the radiance of the complexion of all skin types.

4 green tea products we love

1. Body scrub

The exfoliating micrograins eliminate dead cells, while the green tea preserves the tone of the skin and delicately perfumes the formula. All in an innovative gum texture like chewing gum.

Exfoliating cleansing gum, Sephora, € 8.50 for 160 ml.

2. Purifying mask

Green tea from Boseong, South Korea, is combined with a cleansing agent to cleanse the skin and restore radiance. It comes in the form of a powder to be mixed with a little water to obtain a poultice.

Matcha Perfect Mask, Erborian, 29,90 € les 8 sticks.

3. Make-up removing oil

Papaya gently exfoliates to reduce pigment spots and moringa extract removes pollutants on the epidermis. Green tea, on the other hand, protects the skin from free radicals. All for a depolluting and anti-dull complexion effect.

Anti / Oxi + Oil, Shu Uemura, € 51 for 150 ml.

4. Hair scrub

This exfoliant, to be applied before shampooing, takes off dandruff, while green tea and essential oils of lemongrass, geranium, cedar, peppermint … cleanse the scalp.

Phytoclear purifying scrub, Elsève l’Oréal Paris, € 5.50 for 150 ml.

To help us face the cold of winter and the days that are getting shorter, we all need moments of comfort, and well-being breaks just for us …

It is to pamper you that the “Beauty” team of your Top Santé Boutique has created its 2 new Beauty and Care boxes and kits.

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The “Winter Sweetness” Beauty Box: 15 brand name products not to be missed … for only € 29.90, instead of € 133.44.

1 / NATURE FLOWER – Royal Elixir : The Perfecting Anti-Wrinkle Serum. 30 ml. Recommended retail price: € 29.90.

2 / TAAJ – Micellar water : Concentrates all the Ayurvedic expertise of TAAJ. Cleanses, purifies, soothes. 100 ml. Recommended retail price: € 4.90.

3 / DR. VINCENT AUCHANE – Anti-aging sun care : For the face and the body. Provides maximum UV protection and prevents wrinkles and dehydration. 50 ml. Recommended public price: 36 €.

4 / MENOPHYTEA – Serenity Stick : based on essential oils of red mandarin and Ylang-Ylang. Brings serenity and balance. Recommended retail price: € 8.90.

5 / BODY MINUTE – Gentle toning lotion 0% paraben : A trio of floral waters that soothes and cleanses the skin, for a fresh complexion and a luminous face. 150 ml. Recommended retail price: € 11.90.

6/ HIP – Shampooing cocoon : Repairing shampoo for dry and weakened hair, rich in natural ingredients. 30 ml. Recommended public price: € 6.

7/ PB COSMETICS – Complexion corrector palette: Allows you to have a flawless complexion all day long. Green neutralizes redness, orange hides dark circles, and beiges correct skin tone. Recommended retail price: € 5.90.

8 / LES 3 CHÊNES LABORATORIES – Propolis Pastilles: In prevention or curative, they cleanse and soothe the throat. Recommended public price: € 6.50.

9 / DIAMOND EMAIL – White toothpaste tradition : Composed of 80% natural ingredients, it helps you regain the natural whiteness of your smile. 75 ml. Recommended public price: € 3.50.

10 / BEAUTELIVE – “I’m varnished! “ : A quality, long-lasting nail polish, formulated 8 free. 10 ml. Recommended public price: € 5.50.

11 / FACE FOOD – 2 Revitalizing masks : The natural ingredients (cucumber and apple) remove impurities and promote hydration, soothing and refreshing tired skin. Recommended retail price: € 1.49.

12 / FEMFRESH – Intimate wipes : refreshing and ultra-practical, they accompany you everywhere. Recommended retail price: € 1.35.

13 / ZENDIUM – Complete Protection Toothpaste : it is at the same time soft, effective and respectful of your gums, and they boost the natural defenses of your mouth. Recommended retail price: € 3.30.

14 / ZENDIUM – Complete protection toothbrush : A combination of soft, fine and rounded bristles for effective and gentle cleaning. Recommended public price: € 3.70.

15 / LADRÔME LABORATOIRES – Form & vitality infusion : A balanced blend with warm and spicy notes, which improves your physical and mental capacities. Recommended public price: € 4.60.

The Autumn Beauty Kit: 11 products from major skincare and beauty brands + 1 kit … for only € 29.90, instead of € 134.91.

1 / BIOKARITÉ – Soin Perfectissime : An expert organic anti-aging treatment, with day and night action, which smoothes fine lines and wrinkles, and firms the skin of the face. 50 ml. Recommended public price: € 21.

2 / EMBRYOLISSE – Filaderme emulsion : A nutritious repairing treatment, which replenishes the skin with the nutrients necessary for its balance. 75 ml. Recommended public price: € 15.

3 / FORTE PHARMA – Collagen expert : Expert Collagen’s formula combines 2000 mg of collagen, pomegranate and vitamins A, C, E, to smooth, firm and regenerate the skin. 20 sticks. Recommended retail price: € 21.90.

4 / CORINE DE FARME – Micellar Foam : A cleansing foam enriched with Cornflower flower extract with toning properties, for a perfect cleansing of the face. Beauty victories 2016-2017. 150 ml. Recommended retail price: € 3.90.

5/ BIONIKE – Defence XSENSE Gel Douche : Cleansing gel, pleasantly scented, for the body based on delicate surfactants. 200 ml. Recommended retail price: € 7.95.

6 / TIMOTEI – 100% natural BIO avocado miracle oil repair mask : for nourished and repaired hair. 250 ml. Recommended retail price: € 5.90.

7 / ERBALAB – Food supplement phytoscience micronutrition : Discover the benefits of Pomegranate Erbalab, a superfruit with multiple virtues. 30 ml. Recommended retail price: € 14.90.

8 / CHI – CHI Keratine : This serum is a powerful fortifying complex that heals and hydrates dry and brittle hair. 15 ml. Recommended retail price: € 4.46.

9 / LABORATOIRES LEHNING – Byomag Goji : With natural assets, Byomag Goji helps mobilize energy and reduce fatigue. 120 chewable tablets. Recommended retail price: € 12.90.

10 / DESSANGE – Powder puff : With an ultra-soft texture, it respects the natural volatility of the powder, and allows an application without trace or demarcation. Suggested price: 5.50 €

11 / BAG ONLY : Very practical with its pockets, you can store your skin care and beauty products. Value: € 15.

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If cosmetology has left it aside for a while, especially following the arrival of hyaluronic acid, just as effective and without its side effects, retinol has remained for dermatologists the reference active ingredient for anti-aging. . Used in prescription in its medical form, retinoic acid (vitamin A acid) is for these skin specialists an essential asset, as explained by Dr. Laurence Walon, dermatologist in Brussels: “Retinol is for me one of the best anti-aging active ingredients complementary to the various treatments practiced in prevention, preparation and maintenance of the results obtained. Because, although it acts primarily on wrinkles, it improves skin texture and smoothness, makes it firmer, and it also attenuates pigment spots. ”

On the same subject

This is how retinol, a molecule recognized by professionals for its effectiveness, with 80 years of use and numerous scientific studies, is making a comeback.

Retinol is a powerful anti-aging

Like all vitamins, retinol is versatile. It acts at the same time on the surface, at the level of the epidermis and the dermis. On the surface, it has an exfoliating effect that smooths the skin texture, helps unclog pores and brings radiance. It stimulates cell renewal, which decreases with aging, and by reaction, causes a (slight) thickening of the epidermis. It also has a strong antioxidant role, acts on Langerhans cells, key cells in the skin’s immune defense, but also regulates melanocytes (cells that pigment the skin). It is therefore a good active regulator of dark spots and the uniformity of the complexion.

In the dermis, it stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, increases the level of hyaluronic acid and reduces the destruction of existing collagen. It therefore has positive effects on marked fine lines, but also on premature sun damage. “It is more effective on the damage caused by UV exposure than on strictly chronological aging”, specifies Dr. Pomarède. Which explains “that it is recommended rather to women over 40 years old who have little too much exposed to the sun and begin to undergo a little slackening, only to younger women “, adds Dr Philippe Deshayes, dermatologist.

What precautions should be taken ?

Retinol, because it has an exfoliating effect, refines and sensitizes the stratum corneum, best used in the evening, like fruit acids. For the same reasons, we apply sun care during the day. And since it is a powerful active, it is preferable in night care, when the skin is most receptive to repairing and anti-aging active ingredients and when its entire regeneration process is underway.

Lipophilic, it is often formulated in the form of an oil or a serum. And since it can be irritating, we recommend a gradual habituation, by applying it first every third evening, then every other evening, and finally, when the skin supports it well, every evening.

The skin does not like the cold. Assaulted by the fall of mercury, the skin dries up and becomes more vulnerable. The cold alters the hydrolipidic film of the skin, which usually acts as a protective shield against external aggressions (stress, UV, pollution). The skin barrier thus weakened, the skin becomes dehydrated.

Another effect of the cold is that the blood vessels contract and the blood migrates as a priority to vital organs to warm the body. The skin layer is less supplied with water but also sebum(the sebaceous glands slow down), the stratum corneum (skin surface) dries up, may itch and itch in the hands, face, feet or legs.

These winter sores can get worse when you are in overheated rooms

The solution is to fill this lack of hydrationin order to reconstitute the skin barrier (hydrolipidic). Here are the SOS tips to pamper her.

The anti-cold routine for the face

Hydration mission! No excuse in the bathroom: just as the cap is recommended in very cold weather, you should generously “cover” your face with moisturizers. Objective: to fill up with hydration.

1. In the morning, cleanse your face with micellar jelly or makeup remover oil (perfect for dry skin)
2. Switch to serum
3. Then apply your moisturizing day cream.
4. In the evening, think about nourishing your skin with a night care or better, a night mask (which you leave on while you sleep).

L’option cold cream : for faces with very dry skin, la cold creamdoes wonders. Enriched with vegetable oils such as beeswax, it nourishes, soothes and relieves signs of discomfort. The different cold cream formulas are also available for other parts of the body (hands, lips, etc.).

The anti-cold hand routine

Hands can be dry, sensitive and prone to tightness. A moisturizing, nourishing or soothing hand balm will wrap them in a protective film and restore their suppleness and softness. Care based on sweet almond oil, for example, will nourish sensitive skin.

Outside in very cold weather, always cover your hands with gloves.

The anti-cold lip routine

The lips also suffer the full force of the cold if not more than the other parts of the body. They are more fragile because they lack a hydrolipidic film and therefore cannot protect themselves as well as other areas of the skin. As a result, they lose their elasticity and can crack. Treat them with a special protective lip balm for dry lips whose nourishing active ingredients will help the hydrolipidic film to be reconstituted. In case of cracks, bet on a repairing and healing balm based on shea butter for example.

The anti-cold leg routine

In winter, the skin of the legs, already less provided with sebaceous glands than the upper part of the body, naturally lacks lipids. This can give crackle, the famous crocodile skin. It deserves care (cream, milk, vegetable balm, oil) enriched with active ingredients which will nourish it in depth and soften it. Think for example of vegetable oils such as argan, shea butter, evening primrose or mango oil which pamper dry skin.

If you have very sensitive skin, prefer organic treatments that are less aggressive for the skin. In case of desquamation (skin that comes off in places), turn to avocado and organic borage oils.

Cuddly care

For the face

An organic cold cream suitable for dry and very dry skin and enriched with beeswax and vegetable oils to strengthen the hydrolipid barrier.

Cold cream visage, Weleda

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A nourishing cream mask based on medicinal plants such as quince, rose, vegetable oils and vegetable wax to protect the face from external aggressions. Perfect for winter sport and a cocooning treatment in the evening.

Nourishing cream mask, Dr Hauschka

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For hands

A light nourishing cream that absorbs quickly without sticking and is suitable for the roughest hands.

Gentle hand cream, Payot

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For the lips

A repairing barrier balm that relieves, protects and rebuilds the epidermis of chapped, irritated and cracked lips.

Cicaplast lips, La Roche-Posay

For the legs

This balm repairs, nourishes and soothes dry skin for the whole family. It is also used for the body and the face.

TriXera nutrient-fluid balm, Avène