Top 20 French Pharmacy Must-Haves

The French pharmacy offers a complete range of quality products, adapted to all needs, and skin types. These 20 must-haves are the perfect allies for taking daily care of yourself and revealing your natural beauty. Don’t hesitate to try them out and discover which ones will become your new favorites!

 

 

Face care

Bioderma – Micellar Water Sensibio H2O

This micellar water is a true reference for gentle make-up removal, even for sensitive skin.

Its soothing, non-irritating formula leaves skin clean and refreshed, with no need to rinse.

I use it regularly to remove make-up and impurities, and I’m always impressed by its gentle effectiveness.

 

Avène – Light Hydrating Cream

This light moisturizing cream is perfect for sensitive skin, and provides long-lasting hydration without a greasy sensation.

It leaves my skin feeling soft and supple all day long, while also reducing feelings of tightness.

I like its light texture that penetrates quickly, making it ideal as a make-up base.

 

Vichy – Serum Minéral 89

Enriched with hyaluronic acid and Vichy thermal spring water, this serum strengthens the cutaneous barrier and instantly plumps skin.

It’s my go-to for hydrated, smooth and radiant skin.

I apply it morning and night before my moisturizer, and my skin seems more resistant to external aggressions.

 

Nuxe – Honey Lip Balm

This lip balm is a genuine repairing treatment, ideal for nourishing and protecting dry, damaged lips.

Its rich texture and delicate fragrance make it a product I particularly appreciate in winter.

My lips remain soft and comfortable, even in cold, dry weather.

 

Cicabiafine – Lip Balm

 

This Cicabiafine lip balm (website in French) is a real cure for repairing dry, damaged lips.

Its formula, enriched with moisturizing agents and allantoin, instantly soothes while promoting skin regeneration.

I particularly appreciate its creamy texture, which forms a long-lasting protective film, keeping lips soft even in cold or dry weather.

 

Hair products

Klorane – Oat milk shampoo

This gentle shampoo is perfect for my hair. It leaves my hair clean and silky after each use.

I love its formula with oat milk, which soothes the scalp and gives lightness to the hair.

It has become an essential in my hair care routine for soft, manageable hair.

 

Phyto – Phytokeratin extreme repair mask

This repairing mask is a real intensive treatment for my damaged hair.

Its phytokeratin-based formula strengthens hair fibers and restores natural shine.

After using it, my hair is visibly stronger and more resistant.

I apply it once a week for long-lasting results.

 

Body hygiene

Rogé Cavaillès – Superfatted Gel Shower

This superfatted shower gel (website in French) is specially designed for dry, sensitive skin.

It gently cleanses the skin without drying it out, leaving it feeling comfortable and supple after a shower.

I appreciate its light scent and creamy foam, which make each use pleasant and relaxing.

 

Vichy – 24h Deodorant

This deodorant offers effective, long-lasting protection against sweat and odors.

Its gentle formula respects my sensitive skin while ensuring a fresh feeling all day long.

I’ve adopted this deodorant for its reliability and comfort, even on the busiest of days.

 

Makeup

Embryolisse – BB Cream

This BB cream (website in French) evens out my skin tone while moisturizing for a natural, luminous result.

Its light texture and adjustable coverage make it my ideal choice for days when I want fresh, effortless make-up.

Plus, it protects my skin from external elements thanks to its built-in SPF.

 

La Roche-Posay – Toleriane Volumizing Mascara

This volumizing mascara gives my lashes impressive volume without clumping, and it even works for sensitive eyes.

Its brush separates lashes perfectly and thickens them from the very first application.

I appreciate its long-lasting hold, which doesn’t crumble and remains comfortable all day long.

 

Specific products

La Roche-Posay – Cicaplast Cream B5 Balm

This repair lip balm effectively soothes and repairs skin irritations, chapping, and redness.

Its soothing, non-greasy formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

I use it from time to time to treat dry, irritated areas for visible results in no time.

 

Caudalie – Anti-Aging Eye Cream Premier Cru

This anti-aging cream is my ally for luminous, even-toned skin.

It effectively reduces pigmentation spots while bringing brightness to the skin tone.

I appreciate its light, rapidly absorbed texture and subtle scent.

It’s an integral part of my anti-aging routine for younger, more radiant skin.

 

Sun Care Products

La Roche-Posay – Anthelios Sunscreen

This sun cream offers very high protection against UV rays, yet is suitable for sensitive skin.

Its fluid, non-greasy texture makes it easy and pleasant to apply.

I use this sun cream every day to protect my skin from premature aging and sun damage.

 

Hand Care Products

Neutrogena – Norwegian formula hand cream

This hand cream is an intensive treatment for dry, damaged hands.

Its rich, non-greasy formula instantly moisturizes the skin, leaving a long lasting feeling of comfort.

I love its rapid efficacy and ability to protect my hands even in the coldest, driest conditions.

 

Multi-Function Care

Nuxe – Huile Prodigieuse

This dry oil nourishes, repairs, and beautifies skin, hair, and body.

Its light texture and enchanting scent make it a pleasure to use every day.

I apply it after a shower to moisturize my skin and on my hair to give it shine and protect it from damage.

 

Caudalie – Huile Divine

Like Nuxe’s Huile Prodigieuse, Caudalie’s Huile Divine nourishes, repairs, and beautifies both skin and hair.

Its formula utilizes precious plant oils such as grape, argan, sesame, and hibiscus, which provides intense hydration and leaves skin soft and satin-smooth.

It’s also perfect for restoring shine and vitality to hair. I use it alternately with Huile Nuxe.

 

Wellness Products

Rescue – Flower Essences Drops

These drops are a natural remedy that relieve emotional stress and promote mental well-being.

I use them during periods of anxiety and intense stress to quickly regain my calm and serenity.

Their gentle, natural effectiveness make them a product I’d recommend to anyone seeking to manage their stress naturally.

 

Pharma Expert – Forté Hair Food Supplement

These dietary supplements (website in French) are formulated for strengthening hair and enhancing nail health.

After several months of regular use, I have noticed a significant improvement in the vitality of my hair and nails.

I recommend them to anyone looking to improve the quality of their hair and nails from the inside out.

 

Avène – Thermal Water Spray

This thermal spring water soothes and refreshes the skin.

I use it after cleansing or sun exposure to soothe irritation and calm my skin.

Its composition, naturally rich in minerals and trace elements, helps restore the skin barrier and prevents dehydration.

It’s an essential part of my daily routine, especially when my skin is sensitive or irritated.