Face cream is a cosmetic product that must be present in the arsenal of any woman. As practice shows, the best products designed for facial skin care are made in France. Next, consider the best French creams and reviews about them left by consumers from Russia.
General Features of French Brand Leather Products
Why do many women prefer French face creams? Such a high level of popularity of products is associated with their effectiveness and the presence of a host of advantages, which include:
- naturalness of the compounds;
- wide range of assortment;
- the presence in the compositions of unique components included in the application of clinically developed technologies;
- the presence in most products of therapeutic and cosmetic effects that are harmoniously combined with each other;
- continuous introduction of new technologies and the development of unique and very effective products.
It is worth noting that in the mass of reviews about French creams left by consumers, the disadvantages of products are often highlighted. Their list is small and relative. Among these, as a rule, are the high cost of funds (the average cost of high-quality creams ranges from 1,500–2,000 rubles) and the limited circulation of some new products.
List of the best manufacturing companies
The list of the best facial skin products created by French manufacturers contains only high-quality creams that have the best characteristics. We will tell about them further.
The list of the best French brands of creams includes the following:
- L'Oreal;
- Garnier;
- L'Occitane Ultra;
- Vichy;
- Institut Esthederm;
- Academie;
- Uriage
- Lierac;
- Bioderma
- La Roche-Posay;
- Payot.
Next, we consider the main features of the products presented by some brands from the specified list, as well as the reviews left by consumers about them.
Academicmie
Academie is one of the best French premium brands, offering a large list of the best products for facial skin, to which consumers leave a lot of positive reviews.
In most comments on the products of this French company, it is mentioned that the manufacturer offers creams created using technologies that have been tested over the years and by a large number of people from around the world. It should be noted that since 2006 the company has been manufacturing cosmetics for men, which is also very popular.
The most rated and sought-after Academie product lines are:
- treatment series Derm Acte;
- means for daily skin care Visage;
- A series of creams based on Aromatherapie Essential Oils.
La biosthetique
Considering the rating of manufacturers of French cosmetics and face creams, you should definitely pay attention to the manufacturer La biosthetique. It supplies the world market with popular products designed to maintain the condition of the skin, its renewal and nutrition.
According to consumers, the most successful series of creams of this brand are:
- Perfection Visage;
- Natural cosmetic, which is based on only natural extracts from plants;
- a series of anti-aging creams Methode AntiAge;
- a series whose products are designed to combat oily and problem skin - Methode Clarifiante.
Payot
Renowned worldwide manufacturer of high-quality face cosmetics, Payot offers its fans unique creams developed using special technologies, the action of which, for the most part, is aimed at combating the first age-related changes.
According to consumer reviews, the best series produced by Payot are Design Lift and Les Correctrices - the main action of the components included in them is aimed at maintaining normal skin condition from the age of 30 years.
Most reviews of the My Payot and Les Sensitives Douceur product lines also mention the effectiveness of the formulations. In particular, the first group of products is characterized by the ability to whiten the skin and eliminate age spots, and the second - by the hypoallergenic composition, which is why it is often used for sensitive skin.
Algologie
In the ranking of the best French face creams, you can often find products presented by the Algologie brand. In a number of the most popular are the following creams:
- antioxidant based on Vine Secrets grape oil;
- anti-aging anti-aging;
- for skin around the eyes Eye Care;
- whitening Clarifying;
- Moisturizing Moisturizer.
In reviews of the brand in question, one can often find comments stating the effectiveness of Sensitive Skin creams. They are ideal for sensitive skin.
French creams from Algologie are very often used in upscale beauty salons, which is an indisputable indicator of product quality.
Uriage
Of the total number of popular French brands offering cosmetics for face care, it is worth highlighting Uriage. The company in question produces effective products whose action is aimed at eliminating various problems inherent in problem skin. The most popular creams from the general series of products of this brand are Hyseac and DS Uriage - their compositions are intended for the treatment of dermatitis and acne. As for products whose action is aimed at rejuvenating the skin, Isofill and Isolift are among those that are worth mentioning. For stable care for dry and sensitive skin, Tolederm cream from the manufacturer in question is intended.
In the general list of products, Uriage offers creams with high-quality formulations that protect against sunlight (Bariesun) and whitening properties (Depiderm).
Reviews of the products of this brand very often say that it is best to buy them at a pharmacy or from an official manufacturer, otherwise there is a great risk of encountering a fake.
Lierac
Lierac is a line of French cosmetics, the main action of which is aimed at eliminating age-related changes that occur at different stages of life. So, in the arsenal of the manufacturer there are products designed for the care of very young skin (Hydra + Chrono), as well as for women in other age categories:
- 20–25 years old (Deridium);
- 25+ (Diopti) with the function of preventing premature wrinkles;
- 30+ (Exclusive and Initiatic) for correcting the condition of the skin, as well as its nutrition and filling with vital energy;
- 35+ (Lipofilling and Premium), the action of which is aimed at restoring skin elasticity and moisturizing the epidermis;
- 40+ (Coherence) for skin enrichment with collagen;
- 45+ (Arkeskin).
In the reviews left by consumers about the products produced by this French brand, the effectiveness of the products is often noted, which is expressed in the constant maintenance of the skin of the face in tone, as well as its hydration. It is recommended to purchase such products only through official suppliers, otherwise there is a big risk of getting a fake at a high cost.
Bioderma
Bioderma is a French brand whose main activity is to create unique therapeutic cosmetics. Its compositions, according to consumer reviews, are distinguished by their effectiveness.
In the list of products provided by Bioderma, it is worth highlighting the following types of creams:
- Cicabio with a wound healing effect;
- Photoderm with a high degree of UV protection;
- Sensibio to eliminate irritation of the skin of the face, as well as its sensitivity and peeling;
- Sebium for removing blackheads, comedones and acne;
- Hydrabio and Atoderm for excessively dry skin.
In reviews of French creams from the manufacturer Bioderma, it is very often noted that a significant advantage of the products presented under this brand is the naturalness of their compositions, as well as the effectiveness of the effect. Moreover, any of the listed means, regardless of the main direction of exposure, can moisturize the skin, making it more elastic, as well as fresh and healthy.
La roche-posay
La Roche-Posay is a popular French brand, under the name of which a large assortment of high-quality creams is supplied to the world market. Their main action is aimed at solving many skin problems. Among these may be:
- excessive fatness of the epidermis;
- dry skin;
- the presence of wrinkles;
- the presence of allergies.
In reviews of the products presented by this brand, it is often noted that the most effective products for moisturizing and restoring the skin are Hydreane, Cicaplast and Hydraphase. As for owners of sensitive skin with a tendency to allergic reactions, they should pay attention to Rosaliac, Respectissime, Toleriane and Anthelios products, and for smoothing wrinkles, according to most brand fans, Substiane (50+), Redermic creams are ideal (35+), as well as Active C (25+).
Vichy
From 1931 to this day, creams made by the Vichy brand are very popular products designed to combat various epidermal problems.
To date, the most popular Vichy products have been and remain Aqualia thermal creams (for sensitive and dry skin), Slow age (to combat age-related changes), HOMME (male line). As for age-related cosmetics, in this group the company presents such high-quality creams as:
- Myokine (25–35 years old);
- LiftActiv (30-50 years old);
- Neovadiol (45-60 years old);
- Cellebiotic (60+).
In addition to all of the above, the Vichy brand produces the best French hand cream and series designed for high-quality hair care, which are also in incredible demand.
In reviews of Vichy cosmetics, it is often noted that creams supplied to the market by the company in question have a number of advantages. Among these, it is worth highlighting:
- relatively low cost compared to other products from French manufacturers;
- large selection of goods;
- the presence of specialized series designed to solve certain skin problems;
- efficiency.
Where can I get the listed French face creams? In pharmacies in Russian cities and on the manufacturer’s official website, the minimum prices for Vichy branded and original products are set. You can also buy the desired cream in professional cosmetics stores, but, as practice shows, in such places their minimum margin is 30%.
L'oreal
Considering the list of the best French brands, it is certainly worth noting the company L'Oreal. Creams presented by this manufacturer for many decades, since 1909, are in unprecedented demand, due to the quality of the product, as well as its effectiveness.
Currently, the most popular products from L'Oreal include:
- "Age Expert", designed to combat wrinkles;
- "Basic care" - a product that provides the skin with an appropriate level of moisture;
- L'Occitane Ultra, ideal for women aged 30–35 years;
- The “luxury of nutrition”, designed to protect the skin and its sufficient hydration.
L'Oreal face creams are very popular among women. With regular use, they help to refresh the skin, make it toned and supple.