The French Starter Routine
Three French pharmacy brands. Three steps. One sequence that works. A Caudalie cleanser that uses vine flower extracts. An Embryolisse moisturiser developed by a Paris dermatologist in 1950 and used by makeup artists worldwide since. A Bioderma SPF that feels like nothing. Morning routine done in five minutes.
The Routine
Cleanse
Nettoyant moussant instantané Caudalie aux fleurs de vigne
€14,20
Moisturize
Lait-Crème Concentré (30ml)
€24,50
Sun Protection
Bioderma Photoderm Aquafluide SPF50 (40 ml)
€19,90
This is the cleanser I reach for every morning without thinking. I've tried most cleansers – micellar water, oils, gels. This one I've never questioned. Then Lait-Crème while my skin is still damp. Then SPF. Five minutes, and I know my skin is taken care of. I've been doing this for two years.
Boost Your Routine
Sérum Éclat Vinoperfect de Caudalie, Correcteur de Teint (50 ml)
€63,90
When your skin is stable and you want to go further: the Caudalie Vinoperfect Serum is the next step. Same brand as your cleanser, a more targeted treatment. Viniferine inhibits melanin production 62x more effectively than Vitamin C in vitro (Caudalie research).
Why this works
Vine-derived, clinical, dermo-cosmetic.
Caudalie brings vine flower extracts. Embryolisse brings 70+ years of dermatological practice. Bioderma brings photobiology research. Three different French pharmacy traditions in one routine.Copy
Dermatologist-tested formulas
Each product is formulated to the minimum effective dose. Lait-Crème Concentré has 5 key actives. Photoderm Aquafluide: minimum effective dose, no excess. Nothing added that doesn't need to be there.
Short ingredient lists
Sensibio H2O: 10 ingredients. Lait-Crème Concentré: 5 key actives. Photoderm Aquafluide: formulated to the minimum effective dose.
Questions about this routine
What skin type is this routine for?
What skin type is this routine for?
Sensitive, dry, and combination skin. The Caudalie Vinoclean cleanser is tested on sensitive skin. Lait-Crème is rich enough for dry skin and light enough for combination skin. Less suitable for very oily skin that needs a stronger cleanser.
Does the routine contain fragrance?
Does the routine contain fragrance?
Yes – the Caudalie Vinoclean cleanser and Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré both contain fragrance. Bioderma Photoderm Aquafluide SPF50+ is fragrance-free. If you are fragrance-sensitive, the Barrier Repair Set uses entirely fragrance-free products.
Do I need anything else in the evening?
Do I need anything else in the evening?
No, not to start. Use the Caudalie cleanser to remove makeup and cleanse in the evening. Lait-Crème Concentré is sufficient as a night moisturiser – skip the SPF. When your skin is stable and you want to treat a specific concern, the Vinoperfect Serum is the natural next step.
What our customers say
Melli
Shipping was incredibly fast, and I am absolutely thrilled with the curated selection of products. I’m 35 and only recently started paying close attention to my skin and ingredients. I found myself going down a massive rabbit hole trying to find truly clean skincare – free of parabens, phthalates, and artificial ingredients. On other sites, clean products always get mixed up with conventional ones, making it so frustrating to filter through. This shop made it incredibly easy to narrow down what is actually good for my combination, breakout-prone skin. Will definitely order again!
Lou
Die Avène Cicalfate+ ist bei mir echt der Retter für alles. Ob die Haut nach der Kälte spannt oder mal wieder rumzickt – draufschmieren und gut ist. Die Creme ist mega ergiebig und hilft einfach sofort. Ein echtes Must-have im Schrank!
Zum Shop: Ich bin echt begeistert, wie viel Mühe sich hier gegeben wird. Mein Paket kam nicht nur super schnell an, sondern das Produkt war auch noch total individuell und liebevoll verpackt. Da macht das Auspacken direkt richtig Spaß – man merkt einfach, dass hier noch mit Herz gearbeitet wird.
Carola B.
I've been using Bioderma Créaline Eyes for a while now and it's a real treat for my sensitive eyes. The texture is light and moisturises perfectly. As for the frenchformulas shop, I'm thrilled: it's a trustworthy, secure site and delivery was extremely fast. I can recommend them without hesitation!
Luisa
This was my first order here and I'm absolutely thrilled. The entire process was completely seamless. But what really surprised me: the product was packaged so thoughtfully and with such care that it felt like a gift to myself. You can immediately tell that a lot of heart goes into this and that customers are not just "numbers".
– Super fast shipping, excellent service and packaging with a wow factor. I will definitely be ordering here again!
Julian
Amazing product! My skin feels incredibly silky after use! The only problem is that I have to hide the cream from my partner in the bathroom because she loves it just as much :-)
H.S.
What a great product, I can only recommend it! Shipping was super fast and the thoughtful packaging showed how much heart goes into this store! Thank you so much, I'll definitely be ordering again!
Explore More Bundles
The Barrier Repair Set
Too many actives. A bad reaction. A new season. Barriers break. When they do, even products that normally work can sting.
Three steps. Cleanse without friction. Rebuild the barrier. Seal in moisture. Nothing more until your skin feels normal again.
The Glow Protocol
This is a treatment routine, not a maintenance routine. For skin that is stable and ready for targeted results: post-acne marks, sun spots, uneven tone.
The Avène Gentle Exfoliating Gel prepares the surface — a mild exfoliant made for sensitive skin, used once or twice a week.
The Caudalie Vinoperfect Serum delivers Viniferine, a compound derived from vine sap that inhibits melanin production 62x more effectively than Vitamin C, according to Caudalie's in vitro research.
The Melvita Source de Roses Cream seals and hydrates while you sleep.
Three brands, three steps, one evening routine.
Don't forget your morning SPF.
