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You must have read about models, celebrities, beauty bloggers, and magazines talking about chic Parisian looks and French beauty. Even though we can argue that the elegant Beauty of French women is partly natural, beauty products do participate in it, and visiting France can be a good occasion to learn more about it! So where can you find the best cosmetic stores in Paris? And which are the best beauty products you should buy if you visit France? We hope that this guide article will help you answer these questions!

 

Where to shop for Cosmetics in France?

Paris has long been the world’s capital of cosmetics, as a consequence, there are plenty of choices to buy beauty and skincare products in the City of Lights. French franchised beauty shops such as Sephora or Nocibé are well known worldwide and can be found in most of the French cities. In Paris, the “Grand Magasins”, Century olds department stores such as Galeries Lafayette have also giant beauty sections. However, from our point of view, the best cosmetic stores in Paris are the local Pharmacies. Indeed, most of them have parapharmacies sections, that are dedicated to cosmetics, skincare, and beauty. But why to buy beauty products in Pharmacies instead of regular beauty shops? If you have sensitive skin you must buy only your cosmetics in Pharmacies, as there will be able to provide you non-comedogenic products that will not hurt your skin. But even if you don’t have any skin problems, it is always better to receive advice from professionals: Pharmacists in France are trained to give you their advice on the best treatments for you, according to you needs. They can suggest the best products according to your skin type and characteristics.

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Monge beauty shop is one of the best French parapharmacie in Paris. Monge parapharmacy is located at the heart of Quartier Latin (78 rue Monge). It is quite famous among locals and tourists because it has such a huge selection, and prices are significantly lower than other locations in Paris (plus the tax refund rate is higher there than other places in Paris). Besides, the staff is friendly and most of them can speak several foreign languages. You can use the O'bon Paris coupon there to enjoy a 10% discount:  Click here to see the offer and download the coupon. Moreover, as an international traveller, you can benefit from a 15% tax refund when you spend more than 100€.

 

Suggestions of beauty products to add on your shopping list for your next visit to Paris

  If you're traveling to the Europe beauty mecca anytime soon, here is a list of French beauty products you need to check out. Clear out some space on your vanity because these are some of the current best skincare and cosmetics, so grab them while you're in Paris! We classified them into different categories (click on it to directly go to the mentioned category): Cleansers, Boosters, Serums, Moisturizers, Night creams, eye-contour products, body products, and food supplements.

All these products can be found easily at Parapharmacy Monge, next to the Tax Refund cashiers.

 

 Huile prodigieuse, Nuxe

We begin with a must-have Beauty essential from the famous French brand Nuxe. Huile Prodigieuse is an emblematic Multi-Usage Dry Oil Spray. This luxurious oil nourishes, repairs, and softens both your skin and hair.

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How to use it?

The Nuxe Oil is a great alternative to use as a moisturizer. Not only does it hydrate your skin but it is packed with tons of rich nutrients to help revitalize your complexion. But you can use it in many ways: as hair oil, body lotion, massage oil, shaving oil...

Perfect for: it can be used by anyone, as it has many different purposes

 

Cleansers

 

Cleansing Make-Up Remover Foam, Uriage

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Uriage cleansing foam has an airy, creamy texture that gently cleanses and removes makeup from the face and eyes. The skin is clean, soft, and smooth and the complexion is brighter.

How to use it?

Apply with fingertips to slightly damp eyes and face. Massage gently, then rinse.

Perfect for: perfecting make-up removal and/or doing a double cleanse. Detoxifies, Purifies

 

Breathe purifying Gel, Pureality

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Any beauty routine always starts with a good cleansing. This soap-free, fragrance-free gel cleanser is designed to cleanse without drying the skin and effectively removes make-up, including eye make-up. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, its innovative formula rinses away easily. This gentle cleanser eliminates excess sebum and impurities while providing a subtle exfoliating action with fruit-derived AHAs. The AHA component helps to soften and brighten the skin for a radiant complexion.

 How to use it?

Apply Gel Cleanser to moistened skin and massage into a lather. Focus on blemished areas and rinse thoroughly with water. After cleansing, follow with our RESET Balancing Essence.

Perfect for: Whether you're looking to cleanse, purify or revitalize your skin, Breathe offers a refreshing solution to your skincare routine.

 

Cleansing and make-up remover balm, NYM

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NYM cleanser purifies the surface of the skin which is continuously exposed to external factors that can alter its appearance: in the morning it removes grime and residue that’s built up overnight, in the evening it removes the makeup residue and gets rid of any lingering dirt, sebum or dead cells. It leaves the skin clean, supple, smooth, radiant and soothed, ready for your day or night care routine.

How to use it?

Apply the cleansing balm every morning and evening to a dry face, in gentle, circular movements until it completely transforms into an oil. Emulsify with water, rinse, and dry.

Perfect for: suitable for all skin types, it is particularly recommended for sensitive skins

 

Boosters

Elixir du Rivage, Algologie

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Elixir dy Rivage is a Booster, that enhances the benefits of your Serum and your moisturizer. It combats sagging skin, the wrinkles appear to fade, and its "lifting" texture gives the skin a smoother appearance. Algologie products, made in the French north-western region of Bretagne, are doing local sourcing of their natural marine active ingredients. 97% of the ingredients are of natural origin. 

How to use it ?

Apply morning and evening few drops on your face with your fingertips. When fully absorbed (wait around 2 minutes) you can apply your serum or your moisturizer.

Perfect for: improving suppleness and elasticity of the skin

 

Mineral 89, Vichy

Mineral 89 is mainly made of Vichy mineral water (which includes fifteen essential minerals that help provide much-needed antioxidant protection) and naturally derived hyaluronic acid. It has a plumping, smoothing, and moisturizing effect on the skin. It multiplies the effects of the Serum you will use after. The lightweight, clear gel absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky or greasy feel.

Booster Mineral 89, Vichy

How to use it?

Dispense two pumps per application before dotting it on the forehead, cheeks, and chin and using your hands to smooth across the face.

Perfect for: any skin type, as it does not contain parabens, silicone, perfumes and alcohol, it is hypoallergenic, so it is suitable even for very sensitive skin.

 

Ecological Compound, Sisley

The universal Ecological Compound advanced formula adapts to suit the needs of every skin type to help it function optimally. Its pH is as close as possible to that of the skin, and the product is suitable for all skin types.

It promotes a balanced microbiome and stimulates the skin’s natural defense mechanisms (against pollution, smoke, free radicals, etc.), contributes to the optimal activity of the skin’s vital functions, and lastingly hydrates and nourishes the skin to leave it more comfortable and supple. Balanced, strengthened and revitalized, the skin is more resilient and its quality is visibly improved. Its fluid, comfortable, and non-greasy “second-skin” texture leaves the skin matte.

How to use it?

Use light motions to apply the Ecological Compound advanced formula to a clean and dry face and neck in the morning and evening. It can be applied alone or before any other skincare product to optimize the rest of the routine.

Perfect for: It is suitable for men and women of all ages, whatever their skin type is

 

Revive regenerating Essence, Pureality

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This multi-award-winning patented essence is renowned for its ability to effectively rejuvenate tired skin. As the essential first step in your skincare routine, it prepares your skin for optimal absorption of subsequent products. Fragrance-free and suitable for all skin types, especially mature skin, REVIVE effectively targets fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation (dark spots) and dullness for a radiant, healthy complexion thanks to its potent peptides and oat beta-glucane.

How to use it?
Activate by pouring the REVIVE Purifying Ampoule into the RESET Essence bottle, then gently pat a few drops onto cleansed skin morning and night.

Perfect for: all skin types, recommended for mature skins, to fight dullness and dark spots

 

Serums

 

Sérum Seconde peau, Cible Skin Paris

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This regenerating treatment is designed to awaken the skin's self-repairing ability, particularly for fragile skin caused by aesthetic treatments, blemishes, and excess sebum. Thanks to Laminaria Saccharina Extract and Zinc Sulfate, the skin is purified with a matte effect while being optimally moisturized by Prickly Pear Extract and Niacinamide, which has a repairing action. Day after day, the skin’s texture improves, becoming smoother, while the cutaneous barrier is rebalanced and reinforced to face environmental aggressions.

How to use it?
Apply morning and evening (the sebum-regulating function will be more effective in the morning) to the entire face, neck and neckline. Follow with the rest of your routine.

Perfect for: Sensitive, rough and irritated skin or skin prone to imperfections, dilated pores, and redness. Ideal for repairing, re-balancing, purifying, and pre-aging actions.

 

Mela B3 Serum, La Roche-Posay

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La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Corrector Serum with Niacinamide is a discoloration serum to visibly corrects persistent dark spots, while respecting the natural tone of all skin.

How to use it?

Fill the dropper with serum and Apply 3-4 drops on clean skin in the morning and evening..

Perfect for: reducing sunspots, age spots, and post-acne marks

 

Zinc Power, Nuxe

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This new, non-comedogenic treatment, effective on all skin tones, reduces imperfections (blemishes, blackheads), diminishes their marks, and tightens pores. Immediately, your skin is hydrated, mattified, and appears more even. Within 7 days, your skin texture is refined, and imperfections are reduced.

How to use it?
Take a small amount of serum (half a pipette), gently spread the texture between your fingers, then apply it to your face with both hands flat, always working from the center outward. Let the texture absorb for 30 seconds before applying a cream. Use morning and evening.

 Perfect for: acne-prone skins

 

AC Control Serum, Topicrem

AC control Intensive Anti-Imperfection Serum corrects, smoothes and purifies the skin for visible results from 2 nights (reduction of spots, marks, sebum and blackheads). Its transparent texture is ultra-fresh and very easy to apply and leaves a soft floral-musky fragrance .

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How to use it?

On clean, dry skin, apply the serum alone in the evening to the face, neck and, if necessary, to the décolleté.

perfect for: suitable for sensitive skin, reduce imperfections

 

Dark spot correcting ampoule, Coup d'Eclat

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This unique formula with proven effectiveness thanks to 3 targeted plant extracts, corrects the appearance of dark spots. In addition, a moisturizing and anti-aging complex helps maintain the firmness and elasticity of the skin.

 How to use it?

Morning and evening, apply the contents of one ampoule to the entire face and neck, thoroughly cleansed. Allow to penetrate for 30 seconds. For optimal results, use as a course for 2 consecutive months (1 pack is for a month).

Perfect for: brightening skin tone, reducing dark spots

 

Mela Serum, Topicrem

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Mela Anti-Dark Spot Radiance Serum corrects spots and prevents their appearance. It unifies and revives the radiance of the complexion. Its fresh, ultra-light, and fluid texture hydrates the skin while being very pleasant to apply.

How to use it?

Take 1 hazelnut of product in the palm of your hand, heat the serum by pressing it between both palms. Apply the serum and gently massage.

Perfect for: all skin types suffering from dark spots/hyperpigmentation

 

Hydrabio Hyalu+ serum, Bioderma

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HydrabIO Hyalu+ Rehydrates & replumps immediately & lastingly the skin, reduces visible signs of aging. It also strengthens the skin barrier and protects from oxidative stress.

How to use it?

Apply about 5 drops morning and/or evening directly to the face and neck after cleansing

Perfect for: dehydrated and sensitive skins

 

Moisturizers

 

Resveratrol-lift, firming Cashmere Cream, Caudalie

Resveratrol-lift, firming Cashmere Cream, Caudalie

This cream is a powerhouse of anti-aging benefits, enriched with vine-derived resveratrol and micro hyaluronic acids. It visibly firms and tightens the skin, diminishing wrinkles and enhancing elasticity. This luxurious formula hydrates deeply, leaving your skin with a renewed radiance. Experience the age-defying effects of Caudalie Resveratrol Lift Crème as it unveils a smoother, plumper, and more youthful complexion.

How to use it?

Apply Resveratrol-Lift Firming Cashmere Cream to face and neck in the morning, after your Serum

perfect for: all skin types, anti-wrinkle.

 

Crème de la Presqu'île, Algologie

Crème de la Presqu'île, Algologie

Crème de la Presqu'ile is a redensifying & plumping cream. This rich, unctuous cream envelops the skin for an immediate sensation of comfort. Precious marine extracts reduce the appearance of wrinkles, loss of firmness, lack of density and radiance.

How to use it?

Apply morning and evening to face, neck and décolleté.

perfect for: all skin types, anti-wrinkle, brightening 

 

Hydraskin Light, Darphin

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Hydraskin Light Gel Cream is a lightweight moisturizer that helps maintain hydration all day long. It also helps keep makeup fresh all day and brings a more luminous, glowing and healthy-looking complexion.

How to use it?

Use morning and evening after cleansing. Apply a small amount to face and neck. Massage gently into skin using upward motions.

Perfect for: Normal to combination skin, reducing dryness, dehydration

 

Premium, the Voluptuous cream Anti-Aging, Lierac

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Complete anti-aging care for the face, The Voluptuous Cream corrects all the signs of aging: wrinkles; fine lines; dark spots; lack of firmness, radiance, elasticity and density; and dryness. Its rich and ultra-comfortable cream texture surrounds the skin in softness.

How to use it?

Apply the cream from the middle of your face outwards from the chin to the temples, the nose to the temples, and the middle of the forehead to the temples. Repeat this movement until the texture is completely absorbed.

perfect for: Mature skins with signs of aging. Suitable fro normal to dry skin, including sensitive skin

 

Cica Daily Repairing Cream Concentrate, Uriage

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Cica Daily Repair Cream Concentrate combines a powerful repairing and regenerating complex to strengthen the skin's defenses against daily aggressions: discomfort, imperfections, redness and marks.

How to use it?

Apply morning and evening in a thin layer, after your serum.

Perfect for: hydration and reparation of fragile skins, prone to redness

 

Night Creams

 

Fundamental Night Cream, NYM

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While you sleep, your skin regenerates and repairs itself: night creams are specially formulated to help aid this natural process. NYM Fundamental Night Cream is the perfect nightcare to strengthen and stimulate skin's vitality after facing daily skin stress. The cream has a generous and soft texture that relaxes the skin, which helps you to have a moment of self-care and pampering before going to sleep.

How to use it?

Apply in the evening on cleaned skin, place a small amount on your chin, nose, forehead, and each cheek. Gently massage the cream into your skin, beginning with an upwards motion and then pushing outwards. Apply just before bed for best results.

Perfect for: any skin types, even sensitive ones

 

Hyseac Sos Paste, Uriage

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This unique SOS paste is a potent blend of innovation and efficacy, expertly formulated to address blemishes and imperfections. With its non-drying texture and powerful ingredients like Uriage Thermal Water, it works to soothe, purify, and accelerate the healing process of localized skin concerns. Easy to apply and discreet, Uriage Hyseac Pâte SOS is your secret weapon for achieving a clear and balanced complexion, allowing you to face each day with renewed confidence and clarity.

How to use it?

Apply locally to spots in the evening. Leave on all night. Rinse the next day and observe the result. If needed, re-apply the following night. This product is hydrolipidic and will not rinse off with water. It must be wipes off with a tissue.

Perfect for: combination skin, with spots

 

Eye contour moisturizers

 

Sisleÿa L'Intégral Anti-Âge Yeux & Lèvres, Sisley

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Sisleÿa L’Intégral Anti-Age Eye & Lip Contour Cream helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines for a more youthful look. Enriched with Soy peptide extract, the formula visibly firms the upper eyelids. The combination of Atlas Cedar extract and Pomegranate fermented extract helps to lighten the appearance of blue and brown dark circles: the eyes look visibly brighter. Finally, Passion Fruit extract works to reduce the look of under-eye puffiness.

How to use it?

 Apply morning and evening on the eye contour area, eyelids, and lip contours. Included with the cream, a massage applicator helps to cool, prep and soothe the area prior to cream application.

Perfect for: anyone, suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers.

 

Stimulskin Plus Absolute Renewal Eye & Lip Contour Cream, Darphin

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Stimulskin Plus is a luxurious, fast-absorbing cream to visibly reshape eye and lip youthfulness. The eye area looks brightened, lines and wrinkles are reduced, skin feels firmer and looks more lifted, and dark circles are less visible. 

How to use it?

Apply morning and night around the eye area and lip contours. Use the fingertip to apply, then use the provided tool to massage around eye and lip contours

 Perfect for: All skin types facing loss of firmness and elasticity, with lines, wrinkles and dark circles

 

Body products

 

Vinosun Protect Invisible High Protection Stick SPF50, Caudalie

 Vinosun Protect Invisible High Protection Stick SPF50, Caudalie

Caudalie's Vinosun stick protects the face, lips and sensitive areas from UVA/UVB rays in a single invisible application. Its formula is nourishing but non-greasy. Fragrance-free and water-resistant, it is suitable for both adults and children aged 3 and over. Its convenient packaging means it's easy to apply and practical to use on the go. It can be used all year round and at any time of the day.

How to use it?

Apply the High Protection Invisible Stick SPF50 generously and evenly before sun exposure to the face, lips and sensitive areas: moles, scars, and tattoos. When exposed to the sun, reapply every 2 hours and avoid exposing yourself between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. Do not expose babies and young children directly to the sun. Wear a T-shirt, sunglasses, and hat during sun exposure.

Perfect for: all skin types

 

Fundamental skin care oil, NYM

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This oil has multiple purposes and can be used on the face, body, and hair. It is a global solution for regulating skin disorders of any skin type, even the most sensitive ones. It contains 4% of Neem leave active extracts, with proven anti-inflammatory and anti-free radical properties.

How to use it?

On the face, you can use it on your dry skin by placing a few drops in the palm of your hand, and then apply with gentle movements. You can use it daily on the dry parts of your body: use light, delicate strokes with the flat of the hand to avoid damaging the skin. You can also use it on wet or dry hair, as a pre-shampoo or conditioner.

Perfect for: anti-ageing and improving the skin’s health (anti-inflammation, anti-blemish, anti-spot, anti-redness).

 

Eau de bouche et dentifrice, Botot

Usually, French people buy their toothpaste in supermarkets. But when they are searching for more quality and health-oriented brands, they usually get them from drugstores. The French brand Botot is the oldest oral care French brand: the mouthwash elixir was created in Paris by the doctor Julien Botot for French King Louis XV in 1755. The brand still exists nowadays and keeps making oral care products. We particularly recommend their Cinnamon Clove Mint toothpaste, and the concentrated mouthwash elixir, inspired by the original formula of the King's mouthwash elixir.

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How to use it?

You can use Botot water morning and evening after brushing your teeth, or whenever your breath needs. Pour a few drops into a glass of water and rinse your mouth with it by swishing vigorously.

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Crème Douce, Minois Paris

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This moisturizing cream for face and body is specially formulated to meet the needs of the sensitive skin of babies and children, starting from birth. Enriched with organic shea butter and organic sweet almond oil, the Crème Doud"  hydrates, repairs, and protects the skin from dryness. Organic calendula and organic orange blossom floral water soothe and calm minor irritations. Its creamy texture absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue.

How to use it?

Warm a small amount of cream between your hands before use. Gently apply it to face and body after bathing or at any time of the day

Perfect for: babies and child, suitable from birth

 

Prickly Pear hair set, Klorane

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Klorane, the French leader brand on haircare products, launched a line of products with Prickly Pear, for dehydrated and dull hair. It consists of a 72-hydration and Shine quenching shampoo, a Plumping Mask, a quenching conditioner,  and a 24h hydration and shine Quenching serum, with hyaluronic acid.

How to use it?

Conditioner: Apply after shampooing to rinsed and towel-dried lengths and ends. Leave on for 2 to 3 minutes, then rinse the hair.

Mask: Apply to rinsed and towel-dried lengths and ends. Leave on for 5 minutes, then rinse the hair.

Serum: Apply 1 or 2 pea-sized amounts to the lengths and ends of dry or damp hair. Do not rinse. Apply as often as needed.

perfect for: dehydrated and dull hair

 

Lip Balms, Nuxe

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 Nuxe develops unique Lip Balm:  Lip Balm with a lemon meringue scent, Rose lip Balm (with a delicate pink glow) and Honey lip balm (for very dry and sensitive lips). Its moisturizing and protective properties provide daily care for dry or sensitive lips.

How to use it?

Using your finger, take a small amount of balm and gently apply it to the lips and lip contour. For very dry lips, gently massage to soften. You can also use the balm as a night mask, applying a generous amount to the lips before bedtime

Perfect for: gift for young women

 

Fleur de Figuier fragrance, Roger&Gallet

Fleur de Figuier fragrance, Roger&Gallet

Roger & Gallet is a very famous French perfume company founded in 1862 in the Heart of Paris. All their fragrances are imagined by French master perfumers, their bottles are invented by great French designers and their boxes are decorated with poetic artistic illustrations. Fleur de Figuier is based on a fig pulp accord, heightened by crisp notes of fig leaves and refreshed by hints of mandarin blossom. It's a fragrance with both warm and fresh tones and incredibly enveloping relaxing benefits.

How to use it?

For a long-lasting fragrance that can carry you throughout the day, where you spray your scent makes a difference. Pulse points, including behind the ear, at the base of the throat, and on the wrists, are regarded as being among the best places to spray perfume.

Perfect for: any woman that loves floral scents. It particularly suits young women

 

Health and Dietary supplements

If you shop in French Pharmacies, you will also find quality food supplements. More and more supplements can be found online, but it is much safe to have professional advice about them. French pharmacists like to interact with customers and will be happy to answer your questions to make sure they are giving you the very precise treatment needed for your specific problem. Here are some food supplements they advise us for specific issues: joints pain, vitality, hair and skin.

 

Ultra Anti-Age, Olivier Claire

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The food supplement Ultra Anti-Age is a global solution to take care of both Beauty and Well-being. The program reduces the skin signs of aging (wrinkles, dehydration, loss of firmness and radiance) but also reduces oxydative stress and tiredness. It contains bioactive marine collagen (to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles), Hyaluronic Acid (for firmer and plumped skin), Melon SuperOxide Dismutase (a powerful antioxidant to protect cells against oxidative stress and the skin resistance to UV rays) Vitamin C and Verbena officinalis (to help fight against oxidative stress, reduce tiredness and improve cognitive performance and focus).

How to use it?

Shake well before use, drink 1 ampoule per day diluted in a large glass of water (200ml), preferably in the morning, for 28 days.

Perfect for: ageing, dehydrated skins, loosing their elasticity and glow.

 

Artixine, NHCO

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Artixine is recommended for joint comfort. With age, joint flexibility decreases: over time, the cartilage, the protective cushion in between the bones, wears away. The joints become painful and stiff. Artixine helps to relieve sensitive joints and maintain bones and connective tissues.

How to use it?

The small pillbox contains a 3 weeks program, the big one is for a 3-month program. During the first week, take 2 capsules morning and evening, preferably with meals. During the other weeks, take 2 capsules only in the morning, preferably with a meal.

Perfect for: people over 40 years old, with chronic joint pain, arthritis

 

Collagène Liposomal, A-Lab

Collagène Liposomal, A-Lab

The A-Lab Liposomal Collagen formula has been designed for optimal assimilation thanks to the combination of a liposomal matrix and the custom-developed LCA-BioScience® complex with Coenzyme Q10, Vitamin C, and Selenium to promote the absorption and activation of collagen.

How to take it?

Take 1 to 3 capsules a day And ask a pharmacist for more advice.

Perfect for: antiaging, skincare, joint-discomfort

 

Omega 3, Vitall+

Omega 3, Vitall+

Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of fat with positive effects on various aspects of health (eyes, heart, and nervous system) and that can contribute to the reduction of blood triglyceride and cholesterol levels. The human body does not produce them naturally, therefore, we must get this fat through our diet, and it can also be added in the form of a dietary supplement: Vit'All+ supplements contain two of the best types of Omega 3, EPA and DHA .

How to use it?

Take 1 to 3 capsules a day during a meal, and ask a pharmacist for more advice.

Perfect for: people with cholesterol issues, or that need to strengthen their immune system

 

 Perle de Peau Hydration, Arkopharma

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The specific, natural-origin formulation of Perles de Peau Hydrating helps maintain skin suppleness and elasticity, thanks to Borage and Evening Primrose oils, and Vitamin E.

How to use it?

Take 2 capsules daily with meals, with a large glass of water (250 ml). One box is for 3 months.

Perfect for: dry skin, complementary to moisturizer

 

Coenzyme Q10 liposomal, A-Lab

Coenzyme Q10 liposomal, A-Lab

Ubiquinone (Q10) supports and strengthens vital organs and has been shown to play a role in supporting the body against heart conditions including hypertension (high blood pressure), heart disease, congestive heart failure, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. With age, ubiquinol levels fall. The A-Lab Coenzyme Q10 liposomal formula has been designed for optimal assimilation thanks to the combination of a liposomal matrix and a complex composed of vitamins C, E, and B2 to promote the absorption and activation of Coenzyme Q10.

How to use it?

Take 1 to 3 capsules a day during a meal, and ask a pharmacist for more advice.

Perfect for: vitality and antioxidant, cardiovascular health

 

Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, D3, Vitall+

Health food supplement Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, D3, Vitall+

The synergy of Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin D3, and Zinc contribute to the maintenance of normal bone structure. Magnesium helps reduce fatigue, Vitamin D3 contributes to healthy muscles, Zinc helps protect cells against oxidative stress.

How to use it?

Take 2 tablets per day with a meal. Ask a pharmacist for more advice.

perfect for: reducing tiredness, maintain bones health and improving immunity

 

Collagen Flex, Biocyte

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Collagen Flex is a food supplement that contains collagen hydrolysate. Collagen is the main protein in the structure of cartilage, enabling optimum function of all joints used routinely. Collagen Flex helps keep the joints healthy and comfortable, as well as providing good mobility thanks to harpagophytum. Collagen Flex provides your body with a daily 5g dose of collagen (type 2).

How to use it?

Add 1 rounded measuring spoon to 150 mL of water and shake until completely dissolved. Take once a day, preferably in the morning.

Perfect for: reducing joints discomfort

 

Omegabiane Omega 3-6-9, PILEJE

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Omega 3, 6, and 9 help maintain normal cholesterol levels (cholesterol levels in the blood). They help to lower cholesterol and thus reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Omegabiane Omega 3-6-9 helps to supplement your daily intake of fatty acids. It contains omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids.

How to use it?

Take 2 capsules per day with a glass of water, preferably during meals.

Perfect for: people who don't eat enough fishs, reducing cardiovascular risks

 

Oxybiane cell protect, PILEJE

Oxybiane cell protect

Oxybiane cell protect is a food supplement containing vitamins and minerals such as Vitamins C, E, riboflavin, selenium and zinc to help protect the cells from oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is an imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants in your body that leads to cell damage. It plays a role in many conditions like cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and heart disease.

How to use it?

Take 1 capsule a day for 2 months, repeat as required. Swallow with a glass of water. Ask a pharmacist for more advice.

perfect for: improve immunity, prevent oxidative stress

 

Aquaderm, NHCO

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Aquaderm is complementary to skincare, to reduce wrinkles and act as a firming plumper. It contains 7 active ingredients including aloe vera, a precursor of hyaluronic acid and Amino acid polypeptides with proven effects on wrinkle depth.

How to use it?

One stick every morning, between 20 days (one box) to 3 months. The stick can be swallowed directly without water or mixed with yogurt

perfect for: reducing wrinkles

 

Omega 3 Krill, Biocyte

Omega 3 Krill, Biocyte

Biocyte Oméga 3 Krill is a food supplement based on krill oil. It contributes to the normal function of the heart, thanks to Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision. 

How to use it?

1 to 3 capsules per day, during the meal. Use for 3 months.

Perfect for: maintaining normal function of the heart, brain and vision

 

Puressentiel: Decongestant Nasal Spray

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Created for allergies, this nasal spray helps to treat and reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis without drying out the nasal mucosa. It decongests from the first few minutes, unclogs the nose for easier breathing, soothes irritated nasal mucous membrane, moisturizes and cleanses nasal cavities.

How to use it?

Shake well before each use and use within 2 weeks after opening. For adults, 2 sprays per nostril, for children (above 3 years) 1 spray per nostril (maximum 5 times/day).

Perfect for: allergies, irritated nose

 

 

How to get to Monge?

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Monge Pharmacy is very easy to find. The store is located next to Monge Square. You can take line 7 and get off at Place Monge, or take line 10 at Cardinal Lemoine, and walk for few minutes. Don't forget to download our special offer coupon before visiting Monge (click here). After shopping in Monge, if you were tempted a lot and bought many things, you can come back to your place by taxi: walk to the opposite side of the drugstore, in front of "le Bistrot du marché", there is a taxi stand there.  And if you plan to dine nearby, you might consider the authentic French restaurant le Refuge du Passé, which is less than ten minutes' walk away, a hidden retro French restaurant with delicious cuisine. If you are a fan of "Emily in Paris", don't miss the major shooting spots, 5 minutes walk from Monge (check info here).


 Author - O'bon Paris team

Photographs - Yuka, Phan Thanh Thủy

Shopping list for Monge Beauty Shop

Monge Notre Dame Parapharmacy

Address: 78 rue Monge, 75005 Paris

Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:00-21:00 (for Sundays, it depends, check the opening detail at the end of this page .