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We see a lot of beauty and skin care products here at HuffPost, some of which make a lasting impression despite the constant influx of competition. One of the best examples is Embryolisse’s Lait-Crème Concentré face cream, a seasoned French pharmacy staple that may just be the beauty world’s not-so-secret weapon.
In the past few weeks (and even earlier), this $16 moisturizer has been suggested to us by makeup artists and dermatologists and has been the subject of TikTok viral trends like “skin flooding.” Even the dedicated fandom of Netflix’s “Emily in Paris” jumped on the Embryolisse bandwagon when it was revealed that the show’s makeup artist used it on star Lily Collins.
I was persuaded to try the all-purpose wonders of this face cream several years ago, and I can confirm the hype is well deserved.
If you’re a makeup-wearer, you know that when your base isn’t right, your foundation can pill, products will separate and dry patches will look woefully exaggerated.
That’s one of the reasons why Embryolisse is a regular fixture in the kits of professional makeup artists. Many claim that the shea butter-based formula functions both as a nourishing hydrator and the perfect makeup primer thanks to the rich and emollient texture that prevents foundation from sinking into fine lines. This also makes it a great option for mature skin, one makeup artist previously told HuffPost.
Supermodel Karlie Kloss even sang its praises back in 2009 when asked about her favorite beauty secrets.
As someone with extremely dry and sensitive skin, I’m personally impressed with the level of moisture this cream provides, without being greasy or heavy. It manages to absorb extremely well into the skin while leaving the slightest bit of tack so that makeup layers well and sticks seamlessly on top.
Makeup application aside, many users also point to the cream’s ability to stave off dry, flakey patches of skin as well as redness and irritation.