The French pharmacy is where scores of holy grail skincare products earn their cult status through decades of customer approval and leading derma-cosmetic research. Now more widely available across the world, French pharmacy brands have remained skincare frontrunners with elegantly-formulated, science-driven products that work without the fancy packaging and high price tags of most luxury counterparts. As the leading country for cosmetics and beauty products, France is rich with the bounty of nature and a deep understanding of respecting the natural balance and composition of skin. Here, you’ll find clean ingredients, pure botanicals and cutting edge technology that work to give you that ever-so-desirable “je ne sais quoi” glow that the French are so famous for.

Avène Eau Thermale

Ideal for even the most sensitive of skin types, Avène’s dermatological skincare is formulated with clinically-proven soothing thermal spring water that filters through the Cevennes Mountains for over 40 years before bubbling up as pure water at the Sainte-Odile spring. Its breakthrough Tolérance Extrême range is formulated with a minimum number of pure ingredients and packaged in totally sterile tubes, allowing the product to stay stable without the use of preservatives.

Avène Eau Thermale Thermal Spring Water 300ml; HK$150 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Skin Recovery Cream; HK$260 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Tolérance Extreme Cleansing Lotion; HK$280 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Hydrance Intense Rehydrating Serum; HK$360 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Tolerance Extreme Emulsion; HK$260 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Thermal Spring Water 300ml; HK$150 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Skin Recovery Cream; HK$260 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Tolérance Extreme Cleansing Lotion; HK$280 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Hydrance Intense Rehydrating Serum; HK$360 at watsons.com.hk
Avène Eau Thermale Tolerance Extreme Emulsion; HK$260 at watsons.com.hk
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Bioderma

Often imitated but never duplicated, Bioderma’s Sensibio H20 is the worldwide standard for micellar cleansing water, with one product sold every three seconds globally. The gentle formula works on all skin types to effortlessly dissolve even the most stubborn makeup and grime, while helping to rebuild the skin’s hydrolipidic film in order to maintain suppleness and moisture. You’ll find the classic pink-capped bottles everywhere from backstage makeup kits to the most minimal travel beauty bags, but other formulations such as the Hydrabio and Sebium are also available to target dehydrated and oily skin types, respectively.

Bioderma Sensible H2O Make-up Removing Micelle Solution 500ml; HK$228 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Sebium H2O Purifying Cleansing Micelle Solution 500ml; HK$228 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Hydrabio Serum; HK$335 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Hydrabio Essence Lotion; HK$280 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Atoderm PP Baume; HK$285 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Sensible H2O Make-up Removing Micelle Solution 500ml; HK$228 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Sebium H2O Purifying Cleansing Micelle Solution 500ml; HK$228 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Hydrabio Serum; HK$335 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Hydrabio Essence Lotion; HK$280 at watsons.com.hk
Bioderma Atoderm PP Baume; HK$285 at watsons.com.hk
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Embryolisse

Embryolisse’s cult Lait-Creme Concentre was created in 1950 by a Parisian hospital dermatologist who specialised in skin pathologies. Today, the formula has been improved with new research regarding skin surface physiology and bacteriology, resulting in a 3-in-1 hydrating lotion enriched with essential fatty acids and vitamins that help restore the skin’s imbalances. The original formula is a makeup artist favourite for its ability to deeply hydrate, plump and soothe skin while being lightweight in texture and leaving a velvet finish that grips makeup like a primer. An excellent multi-tasker that can be used on the face or body, as a makeup remover, an after-sun or after-shave cream.

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré 75ml; HK$203 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Filaderme Emulsion 75ml; HK$234 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Hydra Mat Emulsion; HK$259 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Fluid 500ml; HK$285 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Hydra Mask; HK$224 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré 75ml; HK$203 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Filaderme Emulsion 75ml; HK$234 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Hydra Mat Emulsion; HK$259 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Fluid 500ml; HK$285 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Embryolisse Hydra Mask; HK$224 at lookfantastic.com.hk
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Nuxe

Aliza Jabés founded Nuxe with the idea to tap into the Parisienne philosophy of beauty: no superfluous skincare routines, just a few essential products that combine nature with luxury. The result? A handful of award-winning, simple yet sophisticated products that work beautifully and smell delectable. We’ve named their honey lip balm as one of the best on the market for its velvety texture and pillowy matte finish, and their Huile Prodigieuse oil is an award-winning dry oil for body, face and hair that imparts an effortless glow.

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi Usage Dry Oil 100ml; HK$300 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Baume Livres Reve de Miel - Honey Lip Balm; HK$107 at lookfantastics.com.hk
Nuxe Reve De Miel Face Cleansing and Make-Up Removing Gel; HK$148 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Reve De Miel Ultra Comfortable Face Cream for Dry and Sensitive Skin; HK$269 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Reve De Miel Hand and Nail Cream; HK$82 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi Usage Dry Oil 100ml; HK$300 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Baume Livres Reve de Miel - Honey Lip Balm; HK$107 at lookfantastics.com.hk
Nuxe Reve De Miel Face Cleansing and Make-Up Removing Gel; HK$148 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Reve De Miel Ultra Comfortable Face Cream for Dry and Sensitive Skin; HK$269 at lookfantastic.com.hk
Nuxe Reve De Miel Hand and Nail Cream; HK$82 at lookfantastic.com.hk
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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay is the number one skincare brand recommended by dermatologists worldwide. It’s famous for simple, gentle formulas that target specific skin concerns. Dry, sensitive or eczema-prone skin? Go for their Toleriane, Lipikar or Cicaplast lines. Oily or blemish-prone skin? Head for the Effaclar range. Need a good sunscreen? Beeline for their Anthelios SPFs. Whatever the concern, La Roche-Posay’s Dermatological Laboratory partners with 25,000 dermatologists worldwide to find the solution.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Shaka Fluid SPF 50+; HK$265 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ 400ml; HK$320 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 100ml; HK$240 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra; HK$280 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo(+) 30ml; HK$220 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Shaka Fluid SPF 50+; HK$265 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ 400ml; HK$320 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 100ml; HK$240 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra; HK$280 at watsons.com.hk
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo(+) 30ml; HK$220 at watsons.com.hk
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Klorane

Klorane’s haircare products are made in France using carefully selected botanical active ingredients that target specific hair concerns ranging from hair loss and sensitive scalps to fighting pollution and controlling oil (you’ve probably seen their famous dry shampoo at your local pharmacy or beauty store.) With botany at its core, Klorane is committed to a natural and controlled dermo-cosmetic production cycle and the Klorane Botanical Foundation, available worldwide, ensures everyone benefits from its products.

Klorane Dry Shampoo With Nettle; HK$157 in-store at Sasa and Watsons HK
Klorane Anti-Pollution detox shampoo with Aquatic Mint 400ml; HK$157 at beautylish.com
Klorane Shampoo With Quinine & Vitamin B 400ml; HK$125 at sasa.com
Klorane Ultra-Gentle Conditioner with Oat Milk; HK$157 at beautylish.com
Klorane Nutri-Reparative Mask with Desert Date; HK$205 at beautylish.com
Klorane Dry Shampoo With Nettle; HK$157 in-store at Sasa and Watsons HK
Klorane Anti-Pollution detox shampoo with Aquatic Mint 400ml; HK$157 at beautylish.com
Klorane Shampoo With Quinine & Vitamin B 400ml; HK$125 at sasa.com
Klorane Ultra-Gentle Conditioner with Oat Milk; HK$157 at beautylish.com
Klorane Nutri-Reparative Mask with Desert Date; HK$205 at beautylish.com
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Caudalie

French skincare line Caudalie was founded in 1995 by husband and wife duo Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas, who harnessed the skin-benefiting properties of grapevines and grapes to create naturally luxurious beauty products that are found in both French pharmacies and luxury retailers. Caudalie created the first Vinotherapie Spa in 1999 and is known worldwide for its exceptional skincare products made with patented technology. Products like the Beauty Elixir and Divine Oil have been cult favourites since day one, while their Vinoperfect Radiance Serum and Vinosource Moisturising Sorbet continuing to impress with innovative formulations.

Caudalie Divine Oil 100ml; HK$280 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet 40ml; HK$260 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask 75ml; HK$240 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Beauty Elixir 30ml; HK$120 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum Complexion Correcting 30ml; HK$510 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Divine Oil 100ml; HK$280 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet 40ml; HK$260 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask 75ml; HK$240 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Beauty Elixir 30ml; HK$120 at caudalie.com
Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum Complexion Correcting 30ml; HK$510 at caudalie.com
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Biologique Recherche

For the dedicated skincare nerds, Biologique Recherche’s (notoriously smelly) Lotion P50 is the go-to balancing exfoliator for skin-transforming regeneration. The Parisian skincare brand was founded over forty years ago as a research and development laboratory that solely developed formulations for professionals. Today, Biologique Recherche is renowned for its clinical approach to skincare, its use of pure, concentrated and raw ingredients, and its various “facial in a bottle” iterations.

Biologique Recherche Lotion P50; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Lait VIP O2 Cleanser; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Masque VIP O2; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Creme Dermo-RL; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche La Grande Crème; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Lotion P50; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Lait VIP O2 Cleanser; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Masque VIP O2; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche Creme Dermo-RL; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
Biologique Recherche La Grande Crème; available at Biologique Recherche in Harbour City
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