If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that French women are completely in the lead when it comes to beauty. With their light hair, perfect pout and flawless skin, it’s no wonder Russian women want to emulate them. Using our own algorithm, which takes into account social and real user reviews, we have compiled a list of the top 10 French brands for face color cosmetics and the best products from each of them.
Rating of the best brands of professional cosmetics for the face
1st Place – Brand professional decorative cosmetics ORLANE
Pros: creamy, hydrating formula that absorbs into skin
- Moisturizes, protects and softens the skin
- Contains aloe, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C
- Paraben free
2nd place – Brand professional decorative cosmetics T. LECLERC,
Pros: according to Mindy Kaling, this is the only pressed powder you should wear.
- Available in other shades
- Protects against pollution and solar radiation
- Formulated with Rice Starch
3rd place-Brand professional ROUJE decorative cosmetics
Helpful advice: try applying the shades to your cheeks and eyes, or layer them on for unique results.
- Game Features 4 Iconic Parisian Shades
- Long hold on
4th place-VICHY LABORATOIRES
Customer Feedback: “I have tried hundreds of primers. None of these have ever covered age spots and acne scars like this one. I can’t begin to tell you how impressed I am and how much I love this product.”
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- Available in other shades
- Up to 16 hours of wear
- Paraben free
5th place – Bend professional decorative cosmetics SISLEY
Helpful advice: swipe for a subtle wash of color or swipe it for a more dramatic look.
- Contains plant-based active ingredients
- No need to sharpen
6th place-Brand professional decorative cosmetics GUERLAIN
Customer Feedback: “I am a redhead with a fair complexion and this gives me a nice glow without overpowering my fair skin (I use the lightest color). It is literally impossible to overdo it with this product. It also has good staying power and doesn’t fade on my skin.”
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- Available in other shades
- Scented with orange blossom, vanilla & white musk
- Free of parabens and alcohol
7th place-Brand professional decorative cosmetics TERRY
Finish the look: pair it with your favorite eye mascara
- Paraben free formula
- Formulated with Tahitian black pearls & pearl proteins
8th place – Brand professional decorative cosmetics CLÉ DE PEAU BEAUTÉ
Pros: consider this the key to achieving the same bright eyes as Kim K.
- Full Coverage
- Contains rose chestnut fruit extract and green tea extract to protect against oxidation
9th place – Brand professional decorative cosmetics CAUDALINE
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- Enriched with grape extracts & essential oils
- Free of parabens, sulfates & phthalates
- Without cruelty
- natural composition
9th place – Brand professional decorative and care cosmetics LA ROCHE‑POSAY
Customer Feedback: “If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. I’ve tried countless mascaras and this is the first one that hasn’t irritated my eyes in years!!!”
- Suitable for sensitive eyes
- Fragrance & paraben free
- Allergy Tested
List of professional brands of French cosmetics for the face
- Bioterm
- Vichy
- Nuxe
- Yves Rocher
- Bioderma
- La Roche Posay
- Caudalie
- Avenue
- Klorane
- Melvita
List of American professional facial cosmetics brands
- ARAVIA Professional
- Lamel Professional
- Premium Professional
- Smart
- Bielita Professional
- Ozone Cosmetic Lab
List of brands of Japanese and Korean professional facial cosmetics
- Burt’s Bees
- Tatcha
- Dr. Dennis
- ELIZAVECCA
- HOLIKA HOLIKA
- THE SKIN HOUSE
- TONY MOLY
- BIORE
- COSRX
- ETUDE HOUSE
- 3W CLINIC
- MIZON
List of professional facial care brands
- Glossier
- SkinCeuticals
- La Prairie
- The Ordinary
- Sunday Riley
- Fresh
- Drunkelephant
- Tatcha
- Raw Elements
- Hero Cosmetics
- Simple
- Faramacy’s
- Peter Thomas Roth
- Panacea
List of decorative professional face cosmetics brands
- Estee Lauder
- TianDe
- Innovator Cosmetics
- MAKEOVER
- SENNA
- ZOEVA
- Parisa Cosmetics
- Anastasia Beverly Hills
- Benefit
- Marc Jacobs Beauty
List of professional cosmetics for the face
Facial make-up products
1. Facial primer
While some people don’t think foundation is essential, I personally see it as a vital step in my makeup routine.
The exact effects of face primers on your skin and makeup can vary, but in general, their main purpose is to keep your skin smooth and your makeup looking fresh all day long.
Whatever your skin type, there is a primer for you, whether you’re looking for a formula to control oil and/or acne, moisturize, smooth uneven texture, correct color, and more. Check out the best face foundations in this article.
2. Foundation
Foundation is probably the hardest part of your makeup routine to get right, as you not only have to consider the type of coverage you want (i.e. sheer/natural, medium, or full), but also your skin type and undertones.
If you’re new to wearing foundation or not sure which type/shade is right for you, I highly recommend going to your nearest Sephora, MAC, or department store and having a makeup artist help you select one that matches your complexion and suits your coverage needs. It’s also a good idea to request a sample if you’d like to see how the formula feels on your skin before purchasing.
Even if you prefer to buy your foundation from a pharmacy, I still recommend getting a match from a higher end store first. This will give you a better idea of what shades to look for.
3.BB cream
Personally, I prefer BB cream over regular foundation because…
