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Parisian Beauty Secrets: A Guide to the Best Paris Pharmacies and Skincare Products in France

I keep getting asked this in DM and email - here are some of the Products I bought when I went to the Paris Pharmacies & Beauty Boutiques.

More Paris Pharmacy Products I tried…

→ Here are some of the Biologique Recherche products I learned about and bought while I was there as well .I really love this brand and being able to treat myself to a two-hour experience and skin assessment at their institute was something I had been wanting to do for myself for a while. You can watch the haul and vlog on that here. ↓

Here are some of the most famous pharmacies in Paris for skincare products, along with their website links and addresses:

  1. Citypharma - 26 Rue du Four, 75006 Paris, France Website: https://www.citypharma.fr/

  2. Pharmacie Monge - 74 Rue Monge, 75005 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmacie-monge.fr/

  3. Pharmacie Lafayette des Ternes - 77 Avenue des Ternes, 75017 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmacielafayettedesternes.fr/

  4. Pharmacie de la Place Monge - 74 Rue Monge, 75005 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmacieplacedmonge.fr/

  5. Pharmacie de l'Opéra - 1 Avenue de l'Opéra, 75001 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmaciedelopera.com/

  6. Pharmacie Saint Germain - 82 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75005 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmacie-saintgermain.fr/

  7. Pharmacie de Paris - 4 Rue du Four, 75006 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmaciedeparis.fr/

  8. Pharmacie Victor Hugo - 14 Avenue Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris, France Website: https://www.pharmacievictorhugo.com/

Some of the popular products broken down by category that tourists buy when in Paris

Skincare:

  1. Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water

  2. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Acne Treatment Cream

  3. Avene Thermal Spring Water Spray

  4. Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre Moisturizer

  5. Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil

  6. Caudalie Beauty Elixir Face Mist

  7. Filorga NCTF-Reverse Cream

  8. Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Serum

  9. Avène Cicalfate Restorative Skin Cream

  10. Nuxe Reve de Miel Lip Balm

Body care:

  1. Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil

  2. Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk

  3. Topicrem Ultra Moisturizing Body Milk

  4. Lierac Body-Slim Anti-Cellulite Concentrate

  5. Caudalie Divine Oil

  6. Vichy Ideal Soleil Anti-Sand SPF 50 Sunscreen

  7. Bioderma Atoderm Shower Gel

  8. La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ Body Balm

  9. Roger & Gallet Bois d'Orange Perfumed Soap

  10. Uriage Eau Thermale Thermal Water Spray

Hair care:

  1. Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk

  2. Phyto Phytopolleine Scalp Treatment

  3. Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt

  4. Rene Furterer Karité Nutri Intense Nourishing Mask

  5. Leonor Greyl Huile de Palme Pre-Shampoo Treatment

  6. Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray

  7. Kérastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique Heat-Protective Leave-In Cream

  8. L'Oreal Professionnel Serie Expert Vitamino Color A-OX Shampoo

  9. Wella Professionals Fusion Intense Repair Mask

  10. Garnier Fructis Hair Food Papaya Repairing Mask

  11. La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Ultra-Light Fluid SPF 50+

  12. Bioderma Photoderm Max Aquafluide SPF 50+

  13. Avene Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

  14. Vichy Ideal Soleil Anti-Sand SPF 50+

  15. Uriage Bariésun Fragrance-Free Cream SPF 50+

  16. SVR Sun Secure Blur SPF 50+

  17. Nuxe Sun Delicious Cream High Protection SPF 30

  18. Filorga UV-Bronze Anti-Ageing Sun Fluid SPF 50+

  19. Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

  20. Klorane Sun Radiance Protective Oil SPF 30

Here are some of the top Paris Skin Estheticians & Institutes :

  1. Vinida Savant: considering skin as a fabric on which our emotions, our thoughts, but also our transgenerational memories, as well as our karmic structures. Her hands contain the energy she has managed to channel, and her gift is to return the inner light of every person so that the face can radiate it as a result of activating the cells. You can book https://www.vinidasavant.com/ and listen to my interview with Vinida here

  2. Isabelle Bellis - A highly-regarded esthetician known for her customized facial treatments and holistic approach to skincare. https://www.isabellebellis.com/

  3. Joelle Ciocco - A pioneer in the field of personalized skincare, Joelle Ciocco has been working as a facialist for over 30 years. She is known for her expertise in skin analysis and creating bespoke skincare regimens. https://www.joelle-ciocco.com/

  4. Christine Clais - Christine Clais is a certified organic esthetician who uses only natural and organic products in her treatments. She specializes in anti-aging treatments . https://www.christineclais.com/

  5. Anne Sémonin - Anne Sémonin is a skincare brand that also offers a range of personalized facial treatments at their flagship spa. Their treatments are designed to target specific skin concerns and use the brand's signature essential oils and marine extracts. https://www.annesemonin.com/fr/

  6. Laure Quinty - Laure Quinty is an esthetician who offers a range of facial and body treatments using high-quality skincare products. She is known for her anti-aging facials and her studio is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. http://www.laurequinty.com/

  7. Catherine Pez - Catherine Pez is a holistic esthetician who specializes in facial reflexology and energy work. Her treatments are designed to address both physical and emotional imbalances and are located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris. http://www.catherinepez.com/

  8. Spa Nuxe Montorgueil - This spa is part of the popular Nuxe skincare brand and offers a range of facials, massages, and body treatments and is known for its luxurious and relaxing atmosphere. https://www.nuxe.com/en/spa

  9. Biologique Recherche - Biologique Recherche is a French skincare brand that also offers a range of facial treatments at their flagship spa in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. Their facials are known for their high-quality products and customized approach to skincare - this is where I went to have their signature facial with their Remodeling Face Machine . https://www.biologique-recherche.com/

  10. Caudalie Vinotherapie Spa - Located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, this spa offers a range of facial and body treatments that incorporate the brand's signature grape-based products. The spa is known for its unique, vineyard-inspired atmosphere and its use of natural ingredients. https://www.caudalie.com/en-us/les-spa

  11. Dermalogica Skin Treatment Center - This skincare brand offers a range of facials and other skincare treatments at their Paris location in the 1st arrondissement. Their treatments are designed to address specific skin concerns and are personalized to each individual client. https://www.dermalogica.fr/fr-fr/dermalogica-skin-treatment-center

  12. L'Institut Darphin - Located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, this spa offers a range of facial and body treatments using the Darphin skincare line. Their treatments are known for their high-quality products and relaxing atmosphere. https://www.darphin.com/

  13. La Mer Spa - This luxury spa is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris and offers a range of facials, massages, and body treatments using La Mer's signature products. The spa is known for its elegant decor and indulgent treatments. https://www.lamer.eu/spa-boutiques/paris-spa.html

  14. Oh My Cream Le Studio - The (clean) beauty concept store & skincare studio that gives you access to what is best for your skin. https://en.ohmycream.com/

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