La Roche-Posay or VICHY… Which Should You Choose?
Last Updated: 16/09/24
French skincare brands have been having a real moment in the beauty world recently. After years of only being able to buy the products on holiday, you can now make French skincare part of your everyday routine! But which brand should you go for: La Roche-Posay or Vichy? We have all the info so you can work out which brand is perfect for you.
La Roche-Posay
'The healing water'
For very sensitive skin, try the Toleraine Range.
This is specially designed to aid repair without causing irritation, so that very reactive, sensitive skin can receive the care it needs.
For redness, try the Rosaliac Range.
This range helps reduce inflammation, soothe the skin and help correct the look of flushing and flare ups.
For oily, blemish prone skin, try the Effaclar Range.
Designed to clear pores and help prevent blemishes by managing sebum production, this range is now a cult favourite in the UK, thanks to its incredible results while nourishing the skin.
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VICHY
'The beautifying water'
Vichy skincare solutions are designed to help improve skin quality and appearance, targeting issues like hydration, ageing and blemishes. The Vichy thermal water contains magnesium, flourine and calcium, which are all key in cell regeneration and antioxidising, earning the name 'the beautifying water'. Vichy offer a more luxurious skincare experience whilst being safe to use on sensitive skin, with all their products containing the Vichy thermal water.
For older skin, try the Liftactiv range
Using a combination of key ingredients like retinol and LHAs, this range helps plump up the skin for a more youthful appearance.
For skin in need of hydration and strengthening, try the Mineral 89 range.
The Mineral 89 range is perfect for boosting skin's resilience and enhancing its natural glow. Vichy understands the impact of environmental stressors on our skin: pollution, UV rays, and dehydration can all take a toll, so this collection focuses on fortifying the skin barrier.
For skin experiencing menopausal changes, try the Neovadiol range.
The Neovadiol range is perfect for addressing the unique needs of mature skin whilst promoting a radiant complexion including combatting dryness, loss of density, and uneven skin tone.
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So, should you use La Roche-Posay or Vichy?
Both French skincare brands produce incredible results with their amazing product ranges and clinical expertise. It is likely that you will find products you absolutely adore from both (we know we have!). But here is a simple breakdown if you're still trying to choose whether to go for La Roche-Posay or Vichy:
La Roche-Posay is amazing for skin with specific concerns, especially sensitive skin.
Vichy is great for mature skin, working to help reduce the appearance of signs of ageing and the impact of a busy lifestyle.
From a young age I’ve been immersed in the beauty industry, getting my first job at a skin clinic and staying there for almost 5 years. My love for skincare was born from the constant exposure to new French pharma skincare products, award-winning supplements and revolutionary techniques to snatch your face. My go-to look is a dewy, natural base using a tinted moisturiser, enhanced by a colourful eyeliner. The Garnier SPF50+ Face Fluid and YSL Touche Éclat Blur Primer are my holy grails.
