The Brow Freeze by Anastasia Beverly Hills
Last week, I spent a day at Carita and treated myself to a Brow Lift – essentially a redesign for the brows, resulting in a bolder, better-defined shape. To maintain the look, I tried the famous Brow Freeze, which claims to tame and sculpt hairs exactly how you want. And I must admit, I’m hooked on the result. Although it’s completely clear, once applied with its spoolie, this vegan gel gives the illusion of fuller brows, even on sparse tails like mine. The shape holds all day with zero sticky or stiff feeling. No wonder it’s a bona fide bestseller for the brand.
Frédérique Verley, Beauty Editor-in-Chief, Vogue France
Available at sephora.fr – €28 (brow wax), €19.90 (brush).
Kérastase Potentialiste Serum
We often underestimate the importance of scalp health for gorgeous hair. This Kérastase serum, used as an occasional treatment, makes all the difference. At its core? Probiotics (which help maintain the skin’s balance) working alongside vitamin C (to fortify the scalp’s protective barrier) and an amino acid (regulating sebum at the roots, keeping lengths well-hydrated). From the very first uses, hair is shinier, fuller, and roots have room to breathe. Over time, your scalp is less sensitive, and your hair actually feels healthy. The bonus? The menthol formula, which feels amazing when applied – keep it in the fridge for an extra hit of freshness.
Mélanie Nauche, Beauty Editor, Vogue France
Available at sephora.fr – €47.
Palo Santo Patchouli Vert by Carlotha Ray
I really love this fragrance because, faced with what feels like an endless winter, it sends me straight (finally!) into spring. Like a breath of fresh air, it combines fruity notes of raspberry and pear over a base of oak moss, palo santo, and cedarwood. You could almost imagine you’re strolling through a forest. I also adore the ultra-chic bottle, made with recycled glass and boasting engraved art deco details – and the brand offers a pretty original concept: you can layer this perfume with any of their other creations for a scent truly your own. Now that’s one way to be sure your perfume is unique to you!
Marie Courtois, Digital Shopping Manager, Vogue France
Available at printemps.com – €85.
Editor-Approved Beauty Extras
- Dyson Detangling Comb
Few know this, but it’s essential to detangle hair when applying conditioner or a mask – it distributes product evenly and maximizes results. But be warned, not every brush or comb is suitable for wet use: some can tangle or, worse, break your hair. For detangling in the shower, I haven’t found better than this Dyson comb. With its wide-spaced teeth, it glides through lengths and distributes treatments with ease.
Mélanie Nauche, Beauty Editor, Vogue France
Available at fnac.com – €25. - Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum
As the cold returns, my skin suffers and I start to see a few little red patches on my face. Time to step up my routine. Cue my renewed affection for this cult oil-serum, packed with 22 botanical actives and over 60 bio-available nutrients. It’s ideal right now, with deeply nourishing ingredients (avocado, evening primrose, nettle, rosehip) and anti-inflammatories (alfalfa, calendula, grape seed, dandelion). Beyond being totally addicted to its green scent, I slather it on, morning and night, like a soothing skin bandage. It’s my little SOS product for tight, needy skin.
Frédérique Verley, Beauty Editor-in-Chief, Vogue France
Available at niche-beauty.com – €210. - Morphe Lullaby Lip Mask
As soon as I feel my lips starting to get chapped or dry out, I slather on this mask right before bed. Its rich texture instantly soothes, and I almost always wake up with baby-soft lips. Not only do I love it, I appreciate the brand’s ethos of crafting 100% vegan, cruelty-free formulas.
Marie Courtois, Digital Shopping Manager, Vogue France
Available at morphe.com – €11. - Avène Thermal Spring Water
This cult product, found in French pharmacies, is my wake-up ally. Sitting on my bedside table, it ensures my first beauty gesture every morning: a spritz of hydration and freshness to my face (and my still-foggy mind). Recommended by dermatologists since 1874, it soothes sensitive skin and adapts to all sorts of uses – post-hair removal, for baby’s skin, during a heatwave, or between skincare steps. An absolutely essential mist, simple as that.
Marie Bladt, Green & Beauty Editor, Vogue France
Available at sephora.fr – €4.90. - Advanced Génifique Night Cream by Lancôme
Already devoted to the Advanced Génifique Eye & Lash Serum from Lancôme, I’m just as smitten with this cream, which uses the same technology to lock in nighttime hydration. The secret: a high-tech formula with a patented complex of 7 pre- and probiotic fractions, triple ceramides naturally found in the body, and hyaluronic acid capable of holding up to 1000 times its weight in water. That’s a true reparative cocktail for skin that’s plumper, smoother, and less prone to imperfections, application after application.
Mélanie Nauche, Beauty Editor, Vogue France
Available at nocibe.fr – €41.50 (discounted from €68.90).
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Jack Mercer is a writer with a passion for American culture and everyday style. After spending years exploring the country’s hidden gems and fashion scenes, he found his voice sharing stories that celebrate the authentic spirit of modern America. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him hunting for vintage denim or enjoying a good bourbon on his front porch.
