What Is Monoï Oil Really Made Of?

The story of this little fower with such a bewitching smell

From Tahiti to Your Home: What Is Monoï Oil Made From?

 
Do you love the bewitching smell of sunshine and holidays? Good news! We're here to tell you about how Monoï Oil is made and its key ingredients like, the famous Tiare Tahiti flower!
 

Magic Behind the Ingredients of Monoï Oil

Monoï Oil , also known as Monoï de Tahiti oil, is a fragrant and luxurious oil made from a blend of refined coconut oil and the petals of the Tiare Tahiti flower (Tahitian gardenia).
 
According to the specifications of the appellation of origin, Monoï de Tahiti oil is the product obtained by macerating Tiare Tahiti flowers, harvested at the bud stage, in refined coconut oil, extracted from coconuts harvested at maturity in the geographical area of French Polynesia on coral soils. In addition, at least ten Tiare flowers must be macerated per liter of oil.
 
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Tiare Tahiti Flower: Tradition, Simplicity, and Authenticity

 
On the volcanic and limestone lands of Polynesia, the Tiare Tahiti flower, also known as the Tahitian Gardenia blooms all year round, with a peak in flowering during the austral summer, from October to January.
 
This tropical shrub, which can grow up to 4 metres tall has small, white flowers that smell wonderful. Its beauty has captured the hearts of the French Polynesians, who have made it a symbol of Polynesian culture and an emblem of the Tahitian islands.
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Tahitian Monoï Oil : An Ancesteral Skin Care Solution

 
For centuries, French Polynesians have used Tahitian Monoï Oil as a skincare, hair care, beauty, and fragrance solution for the entire family. The ancestral method of making Monoï Oil consisted of putting the Tiare flower petals in direct contact with the freshly grated pulp of the ripe coconut.
 
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Sustainably sourced Monoï Oil thatrespects nature and people

 
The Tiare Tahiti flower used in the manufacture of Monoï de Tahiti oil is found only in Polynesia. Monoï de Tahiti is protected by an Appellation of Origin (AO) which guarantees its authenticity, its quality, and its local production.
 
The Tiare flower comes from sustainable agriculture. Yves Rocher's local partners get supply from a dozen family producers who follow good agricultural practices such as zero pesticide, by using natural fertilizers (made from fermented fish), placing plant cover rich in legumes, reusing macerated flowers for compost, and more.
 
Because we respect nature and humankind, we are concerned with ensuring our needs without neglecting our requirements. We obtain our supplies from a local partner laboratory. Yves Rocher Monoï Oil is the result of ancestral know-how unique to this region and is the fruit of a sustainable production process!

According to the appellation d'origine specifications, Monoï de Tahiti is the product obtained by macerating Tiaré flowers, harvested at the bud stage, in refined Coprah oil, extracted from coconuts harvested at maturity in the geographical area of French Polynesia on coral soils.

In addition, at least ten Tiare flowers must be macerated per liter of oil. Because we respect nature and humanity, we are careful to meet our needs without neglecting our requirements. We buy from a local partner laboratory. Stemming from ancestral know-how unique to this region, Yves Rocher Monoï oil is the fruit of reasoned production!

UEBT Certified

For 30 years (1994), Yves Rocher has been sourcing Monoï of Tahiti with a designation of origin guaranteeing its authenticity, quality and local production according to traditional know-how. In 2022, the Monoï of Tahiti designation celebrated its 30th anniversary.  Monoï is made of the maceration of Tiare Tahiti (flowers) in copra oil (dried coconut pulp).

The flowers are harvested by hand, when they are still in the flower bud stage and are used fresh (maximum 24 hours after their harvest) for the production of Monoï .  Since 2023, the sourcing of the Tiare Tahiti (the emblematic flower of Tahiti), is UEBT certified, meaning it complies with all the social, economic and environmental criteria set out in the UEBT guidelines for “ethical procurement,” which for UEBT means, “sourcing that enables men, women and biodiversity thrive.”

What should I bring in my carry-on?

All our advice for packing your luggage without making mistakes !

Vacation time is just around the corner. If you're taking a plane, then you certainly must be asking yourself the age-old question: what should I bring in my carry-on? Here are our tips!

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Do you have a perfume or cream that you absolutely want to bring but that's bigger than 3 fl. oz? No problem, you’ll just have to put it in a bagage you intend to put in the hold.
 
Don't forget to check the products you put in your baggage, because when it comes to the rules, there will be no exceptions and they’ll end up in the trash.

Cabin rules to follow

Packing your carry-on bag could get complicated with all of the restrictions, especially on liquids.
 
What exactly do they mean by liquids? Perfumes, lotions, creams, oils, gels, but also products with a paste-like consistency, such as toothpaste. Make-up is also concerned, as mascara, lip gloss, foundation, and even nail polish are also considered liquid or semi-liquid products. The same goes for aerosols, deodorants, and mousses.
 
Choose your products wisely, as they can’t exceed 3 fl. oz each, and they must fit in a clear resealable bag with a maximum capacity of 1 quart! A bit timiting, isn’t it?
 
And what about other products? Despite what you may think, it is possible to bring on your nail clippers, nail file, a disposable razor, and even your hair straightener!

My carry-on must-haves

Now that you know everything about the restrictions, just choose the products you absolutely can’t live without!
 
  • With its intoxicating scent, the Monoi Traditional Nourishing Oil is a true vacation must-have! It will beautify your tan all while moisturizing your skin.
  • Bringing your own shower gel and shampoo on vacation is often quite cumbersome. But fixing this problem is easy: take the environmentally-friendly concentrated shampoo and shower gel with you! You can find the fragrance of your favorite shower gel in an innovative formula, eco-friendly packaging, and a mini size perfect for trips.

    DID YOU KNOW?
    Its concentrated formula reduces water and plastic consumption and its carbon footprint, contributing to environmental respect. Its rich and enveloping foam cleanses and perfumes the skin without drying it out, thanks to a sulfate-free* cleansing base. It allows for as many showers as a standard 400 ml format while using half the plastic.

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  • As for makeup, consider bringing your Waterproof Eye Pencil, Intense Metamorphose Waterproof Mascara, Grand Rouge Mat Lipstick, and Radiant Illuminating Duo for a pretty, simple, yet effective look.
  • Don't forget solid soaps and shampoos ! With these products of the Green Heroes range, no issue with the liquids limit. This is a practical and eco-friendly solution. A multitude of sents, a delicate and envoloping foam that gently cleans and leaves the skin perfumed.

    DID YOU KNOW?
    Our Super Committed products are made from natural ingredients and packaged in eco-friendly materials to help reduce our ecological footprint. Solid face and hair care products, committed to vegan formulas and sulfate-free, for all skin and hair types, and for all needs!

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  • To protect your skin against the sun rays, you absolutely have to take sunscreen with you!
  • If you could only to take one product in your carry on, take the Famille Bio Repairing Cica-cream. Formulated with a concentrate of organic apple extracts, this cica-cream nourishes intensely, and helps soothe the driest and most fragile areas. Take its 50ml tube everywhere with you, for the whole family's comfort!

    DID YOU KNOW?
    This product has received the "Family Approved" label from an independent organization that rewards the best family products based on the quality of their consumer experience.

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  • Lastly, if the container of your favorite perfume is over 100ml, we recommend you opt for its solid version if possible. At Yves Rocher, our Pleines Nature product line has a solid version you can take everywhere.
  • To stay delicately perfumed all day, take a perfumed body and hair mist. Spray it at any time of the day on your hair and body. You can pick nature's scents with Plaisirs Natures or the feeling of a sunny summer with the Monoi Body & Hair Mist.

So many solutions to travel with a carry-on and stay eco-friendly.

Waterproof make-up tutorial for this summer !

Summer without make-up problem with our waterproof products selection

Enjoy summer without worrying about your makeup running thanks to our selection of waterproof products !

1) 24H Waterproof Mascara: an intense and long-lasting look

 
For a hypnotic look, opt for the Intense Metamorphose 24H Waterproof Mascara. Its hourglass-shaped brush thickens, stretches and curls each lash for an intense and long-lasting result, thanks to its uncompromising formula.
You can swim, sweat or even cry without worrying about smudges or smears. Plus, it's enriched with charcoal for even more intense colour.
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2) The Waterproof Eye Pencil: Ultra-pigmented and long-lasting colour

 
The Waterproof Eye Pencil highlights your eyes with ultra-pigmented colour for a long-lasting result. It is available in 5 intense shades and its formula enriched with cornflower extract is suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers. Plus, its built-in pencil sharpener means precise application anywhere you go. For an even more intense look, apply it to the inside of the eye.
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3) Transparent Eyebrow Mascara for flawless eyebrows.

 
For well-defined eyebrows, the Transparent Eyebrow Mascara fills in and disciplines your eyebrows. Its precision mini-brush will give you an adjustable finish and all-day hold. It is also available in 5 shades, but we recommend its universal shade in summer for a natural result.
 
Directions for use: use the mini sculpting brush to precisely shape and set your eyebrows by applying the mascara from the base to the tip of the eyebrows.
 
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4) Rouge Elixir pencil for long-lasting lip definition

 
Rouge Elixir Lip Pencil is a must-have for comfortably defining your lips and helping your lipstick last longer. Available in 8 shades, it is ultra-pigmented and enriched with camellia oil for easy and precise application.
92% of women who tried it say that Rouge Elixir Contour Lips stays comfortable throughout the day and 90% say that the color stays in place.
 
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5) Le Grand Rouge l'Elixir for ultra-pigmented lips

After outlining your lips with your pencil, let's move on to gloss: the Grand Rouge l'Elixir. Its formula is enriched with regenerating camellia oil for soft and comfortable lips beautified with an ultra-pigmented color that lasts for up to 12 hours.
For a perfect result, apply the Rouge Elixir pencil to the contour of your lips, blending it slightly inwards, before applying the Grand Rouge l'Elixir to your entire mouth.
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6) Setting Mist: the final touch for a long-lasting hold

At a last step, improve the hold of your makeup with our setting mist, made from 98% ingredients of natural origin, it is the ideal final touch to your routine. It leaves skin feeling fresh and looking naturally luminous after drying. Enriched with Aphloia from Madagascar, a botanical ingredient, it protects your skin from pollution and the harmful effects of blue light.
 
Spray it on your face after applying your makeup for long-lasting wear, even in hot and humid weather.
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So, for waterproof makeup you'll love, discover our selection of products for long-lasting results and protected skin. No need to worry about your makeup staying flawless this summer while you're enjoying time the sun at the pool or on the beach!

The triple moisturizing action of Hydra Végétal

(Re)Discover Hydra Végétal, for 48h to 100h non-stop hydration

(Re)Discover Hydra Végétal, for 48h to 100h¹ non-stop hydration thanks to our star ingredient: Edulis cellular water

WHAT IS DEHYDRATED SKIN?

Dehydrated skin is skin that lacks water. Water is essential to the skin as it ensures its suppleness, softness and tone. When it runs out, you feel discomfort, tightness and your complexion is dull. There are many causes of dehydration. There are external environmental factors such as wind, pollution and heating, but also a lack of sleep or an unbalanced diet. All skin types can be affected by dehydration under certain conditions or in certain seasons as it is a skin condition and not a skin type.

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Our botanical solution: Edulis cellular water

Integrated into the heart of the Hydra Végétal range, Edulis cellular water will :

- store water at the heart of the skin²,
- diffuse it into all the layers of the epidermis²
- limit its evaporation for continuous hydration².

The triple moisturising action of Edulis has been demonstrated by Yves Rocher Botanists and Phytochemists who were bio-inspired by this plant with a remarkable hydric mechanism.

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Its thick leaves are able to store a maximum amount of water in their cells and block it in the heart of the leaves, thus limiting evaporation. This mechanism, similar to that of skin hydration, led our Botanical Beauty Researchers to study this plant. They then developed an extract, Edulis cell water, from a 100% natural eco-extraction process of the fresh plant grown in La Gacilly.

To know more about Edulis : Edulis a Plant Containing Powerful Moisturizing.

ONE LINE, 6 PRODUCTS

Hydra Végétal is a line of 6 products, with up to 99% of ingredients from natural origin, without mineral oil, silicone or paraben and grown in Brittany with love.
 
- The 100H Non-stop Moisturizing Serum. The most concentrated product in moisturizing ingredients in the entire line, it is vegan and made of up to 99% of ingredients from natural origin. It is the first serum that stores the skin's water for 100H of hydration. An ultra-light, pleasant and sensorial liquid texture for an immediate sensation of freshness.
Immediately, skin is moisturized and continuously fresh and feels comfortable for 100h. After 1 month, skin is plumped and radiant.
 
- The 48H Non-Stop Moisturizing Gel Cream for skin that is immediately full of water. For 48 hours, it is intensely moisturized for a fresh, radiant complexion and plumped skin.
 
- The 48H Non-stop Moisturizing Rich Cream for immediately nourished and comfortable skin. For 48 hours, it is intensely moisturized and plumped for a radiant complexion.
 
- The Anti-fatigue Moisturizing Fresh Gel that moisturizes and illuminates the eye contour area. Puffiness appears reduced. An ultra-fresh texture that easily penetrates skin.
 
- The Intense Moisturizing Care product leaves skin intensely moisturized, fresh and radiant. From 1 month, skin is smoothed, luminous and plumped.

 
 
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What's new? The Moisturizing SOS Mask

This mask provides skin with immediate hydration. Skin is replenished recharged with moisture, it is fresh, comfortable and radiant, and
dehydration lines are smoothed.
 
88%* of women say they feel an immediate boost of hydration.
 
How to use
Apply a thick layer, 1 to 2 times a week, on a clean face, avoiding the eye contour area. Leave on for 5 minutes, then remove excess with a cotton pad.
 
*Customer test on 100 volunteers over 28 days.

Our commitments

Our packaging is recyclable, eco-designed, made in France, without plastic film.  The packaging of the 50ml glass jars is made up of 41% less cardboard than a traditional packaging8.

Grown with Edulis de La Gacilly, UEBT certified, organically grown and agroecologically managed.

Find out more about our UEBT certified plants.

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Did you know?

Water is essential to the skin, which is made up of 70% of it, ensuring its suppleness, softness and tone and enabling it to perform its functions correctly. Water is stored in the dermis thanks to water fixers, naturally present in the skin. It is then released by diffusion from the dermis to the epidermis according to the skin's needs. At the same time, the skin barrier plays an essential role in limiting its evaporation.

1: Clinical study based on 22 cases. Result 48H after 2 weeks of twice-daily application. Result 100H for the serum
2 : In vitro tests
3 : the percentage varies according to the product (from 88% to 99%)
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5 : Clinical study on 22 cases, result 100H after application
6 : Clinical study on 22 women, result 48H after 2 weeks of twice-daily application
7 : Objectivated clinical study on 18 people, result after 2 weeks of twice daily application
8: Compared to the 50ml pack

​Mother’s Day : How to make them happy

Our selection of gifts for the big day! Perfume, body, make-up, massage,...
Mother's Day is coming up, and it's time to pamper our beloved moms.
Are you looking for a unique, personalized or inexpensive gift? Here is our gift selection for this special occasion! Among perfume, body, makeup, all you have to do is choose the perfect gift, without forgetting to write her a nice card. 🙂

Give her a moment of pure relaxation

What could be better than a box with the luminous, bewitching scent of Bourbon Vanilla grown in the traditional way on Bourbon Island? Does your mother prefer floral scents? Choose the Meadow Flower & Heather gift set for the relaxing sensations of a walk in the Breton moors in France. Take the time to discover our different gift set scents and select the one that's right for her!
 
And if you're not sure, you can always create your own box set with your mother's favorite products.
 
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Discover Yves Rocher's Mother's Day Limited Edition: Sur La Lande

Yves Rocher is celebrating this special event with an equally special limited edition: Sur La Lande. This exclusive collection reinvents the iconic Sur La Lande fragrance in a line of beauty products that will appeal to mothers the world over.
An Enchanting Fragrance
Immerse yourself in a fresh, floral and mineral bouquet with Sur La Lande body & hair mist. Its delicate scent envelops skin and hair in an enchanting fragrance, reminiscent of the vast expanses of the Breton Landes.
Or opt for the Eau de Parfum, made with 93% of ingredients from natural origin.
 
A Wave of Freshness
The Sur La Lande shower gel transforms your daily shower into a moment of pure delight. Its gentle formula gently cleanses skin, leaving it delicately scented.
 
Soft, Moisturized Skin
The Sur La Lande hand cream intensely nourishes skin, leaving it soft, moisturized and deliciously scented. The perfect care product for soft, beautified hands.
 
Color & Light
To prolong your immersion in the heart of the Breton Landes, Yves Rocher invites you to discover one new makeup product:
 
- A palette of 9 exclusive eyeshadows to create looks from the most natural to the most intense. Shades inspired by Breton landscapes offer infinite possibilities for enhancing your eyes.
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Celebrate Mother's Day with Yves Rocher's Limited Edition Collection, Sur La Lande, a collection that captures the beauty and freshness of France's Breton Landes.

Opt for our exceptional fragrances

We often associate people with smells: is there anything more obvious than giving a perfume for Mother's Day? Our Comme Une Evidence perfume set is clear, harmonious, essential and profound, creating a sensation of absolute well-being.
It begins with the tender green emotion of lightly crinkled violet leaves.
Then rose, jasmine and lily of the valley blossom in the gentle caress of a feminine floral heart.
The whole rests on a carpet of moss and patchouli, like a soothing shadow. A sensation of sweet harmony, a very special moment.
 
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Our git ideas for makeup lovers

Makeup can also be the perfect gift as summer approaches. What could be better than a lipstick to add a touch of color, or a shiny eyeshadow for a luminous look? We've chosen a selection of lipsticks,eyeshadows and nail polishes in summery tones. We've also included the new Cils Miraculeux mascara, a makeup essential for all seasons.
 
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Can Monoi Oil Give You Healthy, Hydrated Hair?

In the fight against hair damage, hair oils are quickly gaining popularity

In the fight against hair damage, hair oils are quickly gaining popularity. While leave-in conditioners, creams, and serums can address a number of specific hair problems, hair oil’s recent must-have status may be because of the multipurpose approach to hair repair that they offer.

But even within this category, the question remains—what’s the perfect hair oil for you?

As is often the case, the solution for new problems tangling our tresses (environmental damage, heat damage, over processing) actually lies in an old, tried-and true formula—Monoi oil.

What is Monoi Oil?

Monoi oil was originally created by Polynesian communities in Tahiti. It’s made by steeping Tahitian gardenia pistils (known as the tiaré flower) in pure extra virgin coconut oil for as long as a month.

In the process of making Monoi oil, the quality of both the tiaré flowers and the coconut oil are carefully inspected, as is the ratio of tiaré flowers to oil.

A Centuries-old Tahitian Beauty Secret

Tahitian for “scented oil,” Polynesian peoples have used Monoi oil in medicinal, religious and beauty rituals for centuries. It’s delicate, soothing scent is first on an overwhelming list of benefits for skin and hair.

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Benefits of Hair Oil for Curly Hair to Straight Hair

Monoi oil has been used for years in Tahiti to help nourish and hydrate hair for good reason. Here are just a few ways that Monoi oil can help any hair type :

Prevents Protein Loss

Coconut oil itself is known to help prevent protein loss in hair. Made primarily of lauric acid, its chemical structure is easily absorbed by the hair shaft, helping to protect hair and stop breakage.

Natural Vitamin E Boosts Hair Strength

The same is true of Monoi oil—which has the added benefit of nutrients from the tiaré flower. In particular, Monoi oil is known for having a high concentration of vitamin E and anti-oxidants, which work to protect hair against free radical and environmental damage.

Reduces Split Ends

In studies conducted by the Monoi Institute, after using Monoi oil, subjects found their hair to have fewer split ends and overall improved hair condition. Under close examination, the keratin scales of hair fibers were more compact, presenting a smooth surface. By protecting and moisturizing hair, Monoi oil helps strands become stronger and more resilient.

Reduces Frizz

On top of improving hair’s strength, an added benefit of Monoi oil is that it coats and helps to smooth the hair shaft, reducing frizz dramatically.

Locks in Moisture

Hair oil can act as an occlusive in your haircare routine—meaning it creates a barrier that seals in moisture and prevents water loss. Depending on formulation, some hair oils have ingredients that deliver both moisture and occlusive properties, while others simply seal in hydration.

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How Do I Use Hair Oil?

Applying a hair oil at the end of your haircare routine is a great way to ensure that all the nourishing ingredients in your products stay within your strands, keeping your hair healthy and shiny.

How Do I Add Monoi Oil Into My Routine?

If you’re thinking about adding a hair oil into your self-care routine for the first time, it can seem intimidating at first. However, hair oil is incredibly easy to use, and can benefit all kinds of hair types. Whether you have stick straight hair (type 1A) or tightly coiled strands (type 4C) Monoi oil can add an intense boost of hydration. Plus, there are many ways to incorporate the benefits of Monoi oil into your haircare routine.

Your Monoi Oil Haircare Routine

To help you get the most Monoi oil can offer, here’s a haircare routine that prominently features this nourishing ingredient :

Step 1: Detangle Hair

While many people wait until they’re in the shower to detangle hair, this can actually increase the likelihood of breakage. To prevent this, before you hop in the shower, run a gentle brush through your hair from scalp to ends.

Step 2: Cleanse Hair

Free of sulfates, the Monoï Hair & Body Shower Gel gently cleanses both hair and skin, leaving a sun-filled scent. Work it through wet hair and let the nourishing formula (made from more than 96% natural-origin ingredients) drench your hair. As it works, it will simultaneously remove impurities from your hair without stripping moisture out. Rather, the Monoi oil infusion will help your hair retain its lustre.

Step 3: Condition Hair Using a Wide-tooth Comb

Reach for the conditioner of your choice and work it through your hair, focusing on the hair shaft. A key tip to help in distributing product evenly is to use a wide-tooth comb as you condition. If you’ve already completed step 1, this step should be easy. Since you’re less concerned with detangling knots, you can focus on ensuring every strand of hair is coated with conditioner. Once you’ve thoroughly worked in your product, rinse it out completely.

Step 4: Hydrate with Monoi Oil

While your hair is still wet, spritz Monoï Multi-Purpose Moisturizing Dry Oil – Body and Hair, focusing on the shaft and ends. Made with 99% ingredients derived from natural origin, this formula leaves a non-greasy finish, while simultaneously delivering serious hydration. Lock in all the goodness you gave your hair in the shower, and enjoy then feeling of nourished, soft hair. This versatile oil can be sprayed on both wet hair and dry hair alike. If you find that your day two or day three hair is starting to feel dry, simply spritz again and enjoy the sun-filled scent it leaves behind. If you’re looking for an oil for curly hair, this formula is particularly beneficial as it doesn’t weigh curls down.

Step 5: Spritz a Sun-filled Monoi Oil Scent

Be enveloped in the tropical scent of Tahitian beaches with Body & Hair Mist Monoï. Spritz onto freshly washed or dry hair, and let this enchanting fragrance gently linger.

Monoi oil: A Hydrating, Luxurious Ingredient for All Hair Types

Monoi oil’s benefits for hair are pretty clear. Whether you have pin-straight hair or tightly curled locks, the replenishing, strengthening properties of Monoi oil can help take your hair to the next level. And who doesn’t want that?

My skin is oily! What should I do ?

Good gestures to adopt when you have oily skin

We can honestly say that oily skin is not the end of the world. There are solutions that make your life easier.

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Oily skin is caused by excess sebum collecting on the skin’s surface. Some skin types naturally produce more sebum than others, but there are also external factors like stress, diet and pollution that can make skin feel greasy. This leads to shiny areas, especially on the T-zone of the face. How to control oily skin!

1. Deeply cleanse your skin

We cannot say it enough: washing your skin is the bare minimum, particularly if you have oily skin.
 
In fact, you need to cleanse it every morning and night – but be careful not to strip your skin of what it needs.
 
We recommend gentle products because your skin produces more sebum if it's treated roughly. We reach for some purifying gel like the Pure Menthe Purifying Cleansing Gel. This refreshing gel frees the skin from excess sebum and gently removes impurities and traces of makeup.

2. Exfoliate

The sebum on oily skin makes it attract more impurities. What's the workaround? Depending on your needs, use a gentle exfoliant once or twice a week to purify your skin.
 
Melting Sébo Végétal Purifying Scrub with apricot pit microbeads gets rid of excess sebum and tightens the pores by removing the impurities and dead skin cells that collect on the surface of the skin.
 
To increase your comfort, take a moment to apply a mask like the Sébo Végétal Purifying Clay Mask. It supplements your beauty routine and gives your face a break so it can recharge and purify.

3. Always moisturize

Oily skin does not mean hydrated skin. So never forget about moisturizing it. When your skin gets dried out it stops working correctly. In addition to that oily sensation, it feels uncomfortable and tight.
 
This is often because the skin is poorly hydrated that it starts producing excess sebum in an attempt to regulate itself. Let's not forget that the secretion of sebum is primarily natural oil produced by our skin and scalp to hydrate itself.
 
Our solution is to use a lightweight moisturizer or a gel. Sébo Végétal Zero Blemish Moisturizing Gel Cream has a refreshing lightweight texture and a dual-action formula that tightens pores on oily skin to mattify and polish and provides your skin all the moisture it needs. It's also really important to drink water throughout the day.

4. Choose the right makeup

You also have to match your makeup to your skin type. For oily skin, avoid pore-clogging products and look for ones that absorb excess sebum and let your skin breathe.

So don't choose just any foundation. We recommend going for a mattifying product that stops shiny skin all day long.

Super Mat Foundation is your ally when it comes to completing this task.

5. Beautiful skin starts with a healthy lifestyle

Finally, a healthy lifestyle is your ticket to beautiful skin.

One of the causes of excess sebum is an unbalanced diet. So avoid sugary and fatty foods that can lead to new pimples! Take it a step further by choosing foods that are rich in omega 3 fats and antioxidants like citrus fruits, carrots, berries and fish. They properly oxygenate our cells, which works on our epidermis. Polyunsaturated fatty acids can actually help with hydration and make the skin smooth and supple.

Another culprit of oily skin is stress and there's a very simple solution: exercise! Physical activity promotes blood circulation and is the best outlet there is for living a zen and laid back life.

Lastly, sleep can also alter your skin’s condition because it regenerates itself at night.

6. What's changed at Yves Rocher ?

The Sébo Végétal skincare line is your chance to control shine and get a matte even-toned complexion. How does this happen ? With Labrador tea powder.
 
It has balancing powers that work to control shine, reduce the appearance of blemishes, and smooth skin.
 
This exclusive ingredient was solely developed by Yves Rocher Laboratories – from sourcing the plant to producing the extract – and is patented* in France for its action on oily skin.
 
This exclusive ingredient is in all the products of the Sébo Végétal line !
 
Take care of your skin and start using the right routine now !
 
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THE OBSERVATORY OF THE BEAUTY OF NATURE

A stunning natural site to discover the wonders of nature

A stunning natural site to discover the wonders of nature

A rich universe where land and water meet, wetlands play a key role in ensuring balance in our natural environments. Wet grasslands are crucial for living organisms but they are threatened by climate change.
 
In our hometown, La Gacilly, in the heart of Bretagne, a melting pot of the values that we defend in word and deed, we know all about wetlands and do what we can to preserve them.
They represent a valuable natural heritage. They sequester carbon, purify water, regulate flooding and provide habitats for a variety of species. They are essential in maintaining balance in this life cycle. This ecosystem is as subtle as it is essential to the life and development of fauna and flora. The twentieth century has seen more than half of these wetlands destroyed due to mistreatment. Many of the species that used to find refuge there have disappeared.

Mindful of ecological issues, we want to gather as many people as possible in an effort to protect nature.
 
We have always chosen to take concrete action for nature and the environment on all fronts. On a local level, in the village of La Gacilly, the Yves Rocher Foundation, of which we are sponsors, set up the Biodiversity Observatory, in the middle of this completely restored wetland.
 
This new chapter started for us in 2016 when we purchased the Villeneuve farm and its wetland. Our ambition was to rehabilitate this stunning natural site that covers an area of 8 hectares. Today, thanks to our efforts and with the help of our partners - Ligue de Protection des Oiseaux (French Bird Protection League), Fédération de Pêche (French Fishing Federation), etc. - we have risen to this challenge for biodiversity.
 
The area, which had been degraded, has regained its initial purpose, once again becoming a home for numerous butterflies, insects, amphibians and migratory birds that are either passing through or have settled there permanently. A whole profusion of life has reclaimed the site. No less than 272 animal species have been identified, to the delight of the flora and fauna... but also the public, who can now understand the stakes of our commitment and discover the wonders that nature has to offer and the beauty of this biodiversity that we want to preserve.

How can you take care of sensitive skin?

All our tips for relieving itching, redness and tightness

Having your skin be less sensitive isn't impossible! Discover our tips to care for your sensitive skin, especially with our Sensitive Chamomile line.

How can I know if my skin is sensitive ?

Itching, redness or tightness... Your skin feels uncomfortable on a daily basis, characteristic sign of sensitive skin.

Your skin may naturally be more delicate but climate change, pollution, the use of non-adapted cosmetic products or even hormonal variations can also affect the skin barrier and make skin more reactive.

Embrace the beauty of your sensitive skin with adapted care products for stronger skin.

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Sensitive skin: we’re getting stronger !

To soothe and strengthen sensitive skin, making it more resistant, Yves Rocher has the solution! You no longer have to suffer because of sensitive skin, our Sensitive Camomille and Pure Camomille lines are here to help.

A duo of 100% plant-based extract ingredients from Wild Chamomile, hydrosol and oleate, characterizes the Sensitive Camomille line. This double extract is at the heart of highly natural and sensorial formulas for an innovative effectiveness on sensitive skin. The hydrosol reduces skin sensitivity by 28% and the oleate boosts the skin's defenses by 25% and its repair mechanisms by 30%* thanks to a hydrating action.

This guarantees all the comfort your skin deserves and the line contains no silicone, alcohol, fragrance or mineral oils and is made from more than 97% ingredients of natural origin.

*In vitro tests

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Embrace a 100% Chamomile beauty routine

1. Gently cleanses your skin
 
To be used at the start of your routine, the Pure Camomille Cleansing Cream gently cleanses the skin without drying it out while effectively cleaning it. Apply by massaging with your fingertips onto dry skin, eyes and lips, then rinse off.
 
If you prefer to use a cotton pad, use the Pure Camomille Micellar Water to clean and remove make-up and impurities in single stroke.
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2. Normal skin, soothe and moisturize:
 
Choose the Soothing Light Cream to relieve tightness and redness. After a month of use in the morning and at night, you will be pleased to see your skin is reinforced and less reactive.
You will also enjoy the comforting and natural fragrance of chamomile and its light texture which penetrates quickly.
 
3. In case of redness, even out skin:
 
The Corrective Green Cream corrects and reduces redness thanks to its green color while hydrating the skin. After a month of use, your skin is reinforced and less sensitive.
You can apply in the morning on its own on the entire face or apply locally to red spots on top of your usual day cream.
And that’s it, thanks to this routine, you are able to strengthen your skin !
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So what do you think of our new Sensitive Chamomile product lines? Are you ready to strengthen your skin ? Tell us in the comments !

Which mask is suitable for my skin?

The face mask, a real secret for radiant skin

Face masks are the secret to radiant skin, but it's important to choose the right one.

The face mask, essential for flawless skin

 
It's a key step in your beauty routine and a real moment of self-care to give your skin a boost. Apply one once or twice a week to complete your skincare routine.
 
With a formula highly concentrated in active ingredients and a thick texture, face masks act on the various layers of the epidermis. They have multiple benefits based on the mask you choose: they nourish the skin, unclog pores, diminish the appearance of spots, reduce excess sebum and can restore the protective barrier of skin.
 
It's a real source of rejuvenation to rebalance your skin and revive its radiance and vitality.
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OUR BEAUTY TIPS: 

Use the YR foundation brush for a spa moment at home!

Multi-masking: purifying mask on the T-zone and moisturizing or soothing mask on the cheeks.

Get the most out of your masks:

Exfoliate your face once or twice a week before applying a face mask that is suitable to your skin type.
On damp and cleansed skin, apply a pea-sized amount of the scrub across the entire face in circular movements. Avoid the sensitive area around your eyes. Then rinse.
Exfoliating helps to remove any dead skin cells, leaves your complexion looking radiant and regenerates the appearance of skin for even more radiance.
 
Follow our skincare routine by applying a face mask suited to your skin type. Depending on the mask, apply a thick layer to the entire face or to the T zone, leave for 5 to 10 minutes and then rinse. Tone your skin with a floral water then carry out your usual skincare routine.
 

Learn all about our masks!

The 3-in-1 mask with charcoal and peppermint to purify the skin, unclog pores and regulate sebum production.

Suitable for combination to oily skin with blemishes, discover the cleanser, exfoliant and mask at the same time, with botanical charcoal and refreshing organic peppermint grown in our fields in La Gacilly.
Made from 98% ingredients from natural origin, it gently cleanses, exfoliates, and purifies skin without drying it out. Unclogs pores and eliminates impurities that may cause the appearance of blackheads. Skin is clean and purified, the complexion looks even and radiant.
It can be used daily as a cleanser and scrub, and up to twice a week as a mask with a 5-minute application.
The mint provides refreshing properties, the charcoal through its purifying action helps to absorb excess sebum and mattify skin and the exfoliating grains make for a gentle exfoliation to unclog pores.
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The result: detoxified, matte and deeply purified skin. 93%* of those surveyed found that all their impurities were eliminated and 89%* found that their skin was immediately matte.

Application Tip :It can be used daily as a cleanser and exfoliator, and up to twice a week as a mask with a 5-minute application.

 
* : Consumer study conducted on 104 subjects, immediately after application
* : Consumer study conducted on 104 subjects, 28 days after application
 

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The clay mask purifies and mattifies the skin.

 
Discover the clay mask in the Pure Menthe range, formulated with Organic Peppermint known for its refreshing properties and grown using sustainable agricultural practices on our fields in La Gacilly. This mask intensely purifies and mattifies the skin. It reduces excess sebum and tightens pores by ridding skin of impurities.
Result: refined mattified, and purified skin. Its fresh gel texture enriched with clay leaves the skin purified and the complexion even.
Moreover, 93%* of people surveyed found that their skin is instantly purified and thoroughly cleansed.

Application tip: Apply twice a week to your face. Avoid the area surrounding the eyes. Leave on for five minutes and rinse.
 
*Satisfaction survey carried out over 28 days on 14 women and 14 men

The oxygenating mask moisturizes and revitalizes the skin

 
Discover the oxygenating mask in the Pure Algue line with 98% ingredients from natural origin, enriched with Tetraselmis Micro-Algae known for its oxygenating and antioxidant properties. It is grown responsibly and sustainably off our Breton coasts. It instantly moisturizes and revitalizes skin by reviving its natural radiance.
 
Result: Day after day, your skin is more supple and radiant, as if drenched with water. Its ultra-fresh gel texture melts into skin, leaving it feeling soft, moisturized and fresh. After use,
94%** of those surveyed found that their skin is instantly moisturized and 82%** found that their skin is revived.
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Application tip: Apply twice weekly onto cleansed skin. Avoid the area surrounding the eyes. Leave on for 5 minutes. Remove any excess with a cotton pad.
 
*In vitro test on Tetraselmis Micro-Algae extract.
**Satisfaction survey carried out over 28 days on 62 women and 43 men

Which Monoi oil to choose?

Not sure which oil to choose? We guide you!

Interested in Monoi but don’t know which oil to choose? We’re here to explain everything! We tell you all about the 35th anniversary of the collection !

Monoi, the star of the summer

Don’t you just love it? We do too, and that’s why Monoi has been everyone’s favorite line for years! Known for its intoxicating scent, it's often associated with the sun and tanning. Sweeping you away to a dreamy beach isn’t its only benefit.
 
Thanks to nourishing coconut oil, it leaves your skin so much softer and supple, and nothing is stopping you from using it all year long. Great news for Monoi lovers who want to feel like they’re on vacation!
 
Monoi is also excellent for your hair. It suits all hair types and helps protect it when you go swimming: just apply a bit of oil to your ends and lengths beforehand.
 
But be careful: Monoi oil doesn’t contain any sun protection. It can enhance your tan, but doesn’t protect against Uv rays. So always make sure you always wear sunscreen to protect your skin.
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Traditional nourishing oil ? Moisturizing dry oil ? Which one to choose ?

Now that you know about the many ways you can use Monoi, it’s time to choose which oil suits you best! Nourishing oil or dry oil? The choice is not that easy to make...
 
Do you like rather light oils that not only moisturize your skin without leaving a greasy film behind but also enhance your tan? Then the Multi-Purpose Moisturizing Dry Oil is for you. Its spray nozzle helps leave a fine, nourishing film on your skin. You can also easily apply on your hair for soft, shiny strands. 
 
On the other hand, if you prefer richer oils that provide your skin with much more intense moisture, go for the Traditional Nourishing Oil. With its new formula composed of 97% Tahitian Monoi, it leaves skin feeling soft and delicately scented. 
 
The plus ? It's one of two collector's items.
 
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Go for a collector's item!

 
To celebrate the 35th anniversary of Monoi, we have decided to take you on a journey to the beaches of Tahiti by reissuing the original Monoi label launched in 1988 on two flagship products:

The perfumed body & hair mist, its captivating scent will evoke sunny summer sensations. Refreshing and easy to carry, it is ideal for a delicate perfume touchup at any time of the day. 100% of testers say their skin feels softer and the addictive scent of the mist makes them feel like summer is not over. Made from 96% ingredients from natural origin, it is vegan, sulfate-free, made in Brittany and its bottle is entirely recycled.

The traditional nourishing oil, our iconic nourishing skin care product that needs no introduction. 96% of those who tested it state that their skin felt immediately more moisturized and soft. 92% also declared that their skin was more supple and beautified. Like the mist, it is made in France, has a sulfate-free and vegan formula, and its glass bottle is infinitely recyclable.

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What’s your favorite oil ? Tell us in the comments !

Oily hair: what to do about it?

Find purity and lightness from the root.

Does your hair get oily again too quickly? Does it feel uncomfortable? Discover how to reduce excess sebum production to get clean and light hair right from the root.

Why does my hair get oily so quickly? 

We usually talk about oily hair rather than pointing the finger at the real culprit, the scalp, where sebum is secreted, a natural lubricant that also serves to protect hair from external aggressors.
Although sebum secretion is natural and essential to the balance of the scalp, it is when it becomes disrupted that things get complicated. Excess sebum production, also called hyperseborrhea, will suffocate skin on your scalp and hair at its root. This usually leads to an imbalance of the scalp and a proliferation of bacteria that can weaken skin, resulting in greasy dandruff and itching.

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Sebum: your best friend or your worst enemy?

Sebum acts like a shield for our hair. It forms part of the hydrolipidic film. Once spread across the scalp’s surface and the roots, it contributes to the skin’s barrier function of skin to protect against external aggressors, and helps to retain water and keep the scalp hydrated. By spreading over the hair fiber, it creates a shield and protects it from external aggressors and dehydration. As long as the natural sebum secretion mechanism is functioning normally, sebum will be your best friend for supple and shiny hair!

What are the causes?

There are various factors and causes of a greasy scalp and hair:
• Hormonal imbalance (puberty, stress, etc.)
• A hereditary factors
• Emotional trauma
• Taking certain medications
• Stress or anxiety
• Pollution (tobacco, microparticles, etc.)
• An excessive heat source
• A diet too rich in fats and sugars

Our experts’ advice

The key to preventing your hair from quickly becoming oily is to avoid overhandling or weighing it down.

Air dry your hair whenever possible. And avoid blow-drying and styling products that are too nourishing, which can cause your hair to become oily all too quickly.

The right steps to take to refresh your hair

To rid the scalp of excess sebum and impurities and restore your hair’s lightness and shine to your hair, it is essential to adopt a specific and complete care routine.

  1. EXFOLIATE AND PURIFY
    If you have normal to oily hair, we recommend using a pre-shampoo care.
    Scrubbing will allow you to gentle exfoliate the area in order to eliminate impurities, your hair will feel fresh and light from the roots. While a Purifying Mask will help absorb excess sebum and purify your scalp.
  2. GENTLY WASH
    For oily scalps, we suggest using a gentle sulfate-free shampoo, as it gently washes hair, respects the balance of all scalps and preserves the hydrolipidic film of the scalp.
    Be careful not to rub the scalp too vigorously when shampooing. Instead, massage gently to avoid overstimulating the sebaceous glands.
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  1.  TAKE CARE OF YOUR HAIR
    While the source of the problem is found at the scalp, you should not forget to gently take care of the rest of your hair when in the shower. In addition to your shampoo, it is highly recommended to apply a rinse-off care during your routine.A conditioner to detangle, nourish and restore the radiance of your hair without weighing it down.
    Or even a detoxifying rinsing lotion. This light liquid will help your hair restore its suppleness and shine.
  1. MAKE THE FRESHNESS LAST LONGER
    Do you use a dry shampoo? If not, you need to get your hands on one as soon as possible.
    It is the SOS step for oily scalps to stay fresher longer and space out how often you wash your hair. Choosea dry shampoo with a purifying active ingredient.
    Fine hair that tends to get oily is known to absorb odors. There are more and more fragrances and refreshing mists that can instantly and durably rid your hair of unpleasant odors.
    Your new best friend for refreshed hair at any time of the day.
The purifying power of Organic Ocean Algae

Thanks to their unique knowledge of the plant world, our Botanical Beauty® Researchers have selected a PURIFYING ORGANIC ALGAE FROM BRITTANY. It is also known as Neptune's Harpoon because of the hooks on its spiny branches, which allow it to cling to the hulls of boats.

This unique characteristic has allowed it to travel across oceans and our researchers have found it off the coast of Brittany, not far from the Ushant island in the Iroise Sea.

Its purifying action makes it effective in reducing excess sebum production. Once rid of excess sebum and impurities, the scalp is purified and hair feels light and looks shiny.

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The PURE DETOX routine, the secret to purifying your scalp

Enriched with Organic Algae and inspired by the ocean, the PURE DETOX product line purifies and detoxifies the scalp and hair day after day. This way, hair gets oily less quickly and stays clean for 48 hours**.
A line of purifying products: shampoo, conditioner, exfoliating mask, rinsing vinegar, detoxifying mist and dry shampoo.

*Instrumental test
**Result obtained on the shampoo, objective clinical test on 14 volunteers

Colored hair: maintain it and restore its radiance

Adopt a colored-hair ritual to protect and sublimate the radiance of your hair

Maintaining a color requires special care on a daily basis to keep it shiny and bright. Discover our experts’ advice on how to take care of your colored hair.

Different types of hair dye
Whether coloring at home or in a salon, semi-permanent, full head or highlights, there are a wide variety of hair dyes. We often compare chemical dyes to natural or botanical coloring.
Chemical dyes work thanks to a chemical oxidation process. It opens hair cuticules to lock the color inside. The color will be deeply impacted and will last a longer time, but the risk of altering your hair is very high.
 
To preserve your hair’s health, it is often recommended to use botanical or natural dyes. This is a process that simply covers the hair with color, but only on its surface. The hair fiber is respected, but the color fades more quickly.
What risks are there for my hair?
While dyeing your hair gives it a boost, it is not without damage to your lengths. During the coloring process, the hair becomes weakened. This is because chemical dyes damage the hydrolipidic film, which serves as a protective barrier for the hair. It is then exposed to all of the external aggressors (heated hair tools, sun, pollution, etc.).
 
The result: your hair becomes dry, dull and brittle. On the other hand, haire-cuticules open during the coloring process to absorb the pigments. The smooth and shiny appearance of your hair will thus disappear. With time, your hair will look less shiny and silky.
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The right steps to take to preserve your color
To help your hair rebuild itself after coloring, it is essential to adopt a specific and complete care routine.
1

GENTLY WASH

Sulfate-free shampoos are often recommended for hair that has become more fragile after coloring, as they gently wash it and preserve the hydrolipidic film of the hair fiber.
We recommend adapting your shampoo to your color.
 
For darker colors (black, brown, red, etc.), choose a protective and nourishing shampoo that will gently wash your hair and nourish your lengths. This way, your color will be even more vibrant.
 
If you have bleached or lighter hair (blond, while, gray, etc.) use a purple shampoo that is specially designed for these types of color. It will reduce unwanted highlights and restore the radiance of your hair.
2

INTENSELY NOURISH YOUR LENGTHS WITHOUT WEIGHING THEM DOWN

As addition to your shampoo, it is highly recommended to apply a rinse-off care during your routine.

A conditioner to detangle, nourish and restore the radiance of your hair without weighing it down. Or a mask to repair color damage, protect your color and intensely nourish your hair.

3

RESTORE RADIANCE

An ancient recipe, rinsing vinegars are used as the last step in your hair wash routine. It is the ideal product for soft and shiny hair. The acetic acid in vinegar dissolves the limescale in the water, while its acidic pH tightens hair cuticles. Rid of all its dullness, hair recovers suppleness and shine.

Our experts’ advice

Rinse your hair with cold water. This improves shine while preserving the color.

The illuminating power of Raspberry Vinegar
Our Botanical Beauty® Researchers have selected Raspberry Vinegar to develop our Color product line.
Known for its effectiveness since ancient times, it neutralizes the limescale found in water that dulls the hair fiber every time you wash it. It thus revives the shine of dyed hair.
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The COLOR routine, the secret to keeping colored hair healthy
Discover our hair care products enriched in Raspberry Vinegar to restore your hair’s radiance and shine.
 
*Only found in the conditioner and the mask
**Instrumental tests on strands of hair.

Density loss: what can be done about it?

Equip yourself with the right anti hair loss products!

Do you find that your hair is looking increasingly thin and tired? Discover all our tips to take care of density loss in a natural and effective way.

Understanding hair loss
In order to better understand how hair loss happens, we have to start at the beginning: the roots.
 
Microcirculation is essential to hair health. Found at the base of hair, it involves all the small blood vessels that allow oxygen and nutrients to reach the root.
 
It therefore helps to maintain and grow your hair. Any changes in this network deprive the hair of its energy and eventually cause hair loss in the long term.
 
When not renewed regularly, hair mass weakens and appears less dense.
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Recognizing hair loss
There are two types of hair loss:
 
Occasional or reactive hair loss
Qualified as temporary, this is hair loss that occurs suddenly. Occasional hair loss is characterized by a thinning of the hair fiber and a sudden or mass hair loss. Usually found in women, this is sporadic hair loss that is completely reversible when treated quickly with appropriate care products.
 
Chronic or progressive hair loss
Contrary to occasional hair loss, chronic hair loss is permanent and requires long-term treatment.
Very common in men, it is becoming more and more frequent with women. Often due to a disturbance in the life cycle of hair, it is characterized by progressive and localized thinning of the hair fiber until the hair falls out completely.
What are the causes?
Hair loss has various causes. Whether occasional or progressive, it is often linked to excess sebum secretion in addition to other factors, such as stress, fatigue or hormonal variations that have a direct impact on hair cycle, a change in season or even heredity factors such as a genetic predisposition to hair loss.
 
Our cells age within our body. As we age, hair starts to grow more slowly.

Our experts’ advice

Take the time to intensely massage your scalp when applying your hair products in the shower, this will activate microcirculation.

Effectively tackle density loss!
Thanks to their unique knowledge of the plant world, our Botanical Beauty Researchers have combined Organic Agave with White Lupin and Ginseng.
AGAVE [PATENTED EXTRACT INNOVATION](1)
The secret of Tequilana Agave? Its rich fructan content, a powerful source of energy for the plant.
The Agave fructans work within the scalp, where hair draws all its strength.
 
Their ability to activate microcirculation(2), in combination with a scalp massage, allows for a better nourished bulb, and stronger and healthier-looking hair.
 
WHITE LUPIN
White Lupin has been selected for its high peptide content. It strengthens hair lacking vitality.
 
GINSENG
Our researchers looked into Ginseng, a medicinal plant that is highly renowned in Asia for stronger and more resistant hair fiber.
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The  DENSITY Routine, the secret to tackling thin-looking and weakened hair
Enriched with botanical ingredients, the Density routine strengthens hair and improves its density.
Discover our product line for hair that is stronger, denser and full of vitality.
(1) 2 patents issued in France
(2) In vitro tests _ Patent pending on effectiveness of agave fructans that active microcirculation, in combination with a massage.

Repair and care for dry and damaged hair

Damaged or dry hair, go for an intense repair ritual, inspired by nature.

Does your hair split and break easily? You need to take extra care of it during your beauty routine. Discover how to protect your hair to help it regain its vitality, softness and shine.

Recognizing damaged hair
 
Hair fibers in bad condition are characterized by an alteration in their protective barrier, also known as the hydrolipidic film, leaving your hair more exposed to external aggressors and dehydration.
Hair is thus more vulnerable and the lengths become dull, coarse and brittle.
What is the hydrolipidic film?
 
Found on the surface of the scalp and composed of a mixture of water and sebum, it covers the scalp and hair fiber to protect them from external aggressors. Lubricating and smoothing the fiber, helps provide hair with added suppleness and shine. When the hydrolipidic film is attacked, it no longer plays an effective role as a barrier to protect against external aggressors. Deprived of sebum, the cuticles that surround and protect the center of the hair (the cortex) lift and the hair becomes dry. Hair then loses its natural protection, becomes dehydrated, dry and brittle with split ends.
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What are the causes?
 
Hair lengths are brittle, coarse and often split, they become weeaker and more difficult to detangle.
A damaged hair fiber is often linked to:
 
• The nature of your hair
• The use of hair dye and excessive bleaching
• Extended exposure to the sun without any protection
• An unsuitable haircare routine
• Repeated use of heated hair tools
Damaged, the ends of your hair split more easily, the cuticles separate and your hair becomes duller.
Our experts’ advice

Damaged hair requires a lot of attention and care. To intensely repair it, apply a leave-in product to your hair overnight. Your ends remain split and dry? Don’t forget to regularly trim the damaged parts to limit breakage. 

The right steps to take to care of your damaged hair
 
To prevent hair from becoming brittle and to restore its vitality, damaged hair needs an adapted routine. It is therefore essential to add care products to each step of your routine:
1

GENTLY WASH

Sulfate-free shampoos are often recommended for sensitized hair after coloring or Brazilian hair straightening, as they gently wash the lengths and preserve the hair fiber.

2

INTENSELY REPAIR YOUR HAIR

In addition to your shampoo, it is highly recommended to apply a rinse-off care during your routine. A conditioner to detangle and nourish your hair without weighing it down. Or a mask to rebuild the fiber, nourish and restore strength and shine to your lengths.

3

PROTECT FROM HEAT

An essential step to add to your routine if you regularly use heated hair tools: a heat protection product. Applied to the lengths before drying or styling, it protects them from the heat.

4

INTENSELY NOURISH

Use a leave-in product to deeply repair your lengths and make them easier to style. Remember to adapt the texture of your care to the nature of your hair:
- For normal hair types, use a fluid serum-type product
- For dry hair types, opt for a richer texture like leave-in balms or oils.
The restorative power of Organic Jojoba Oil
 
Thanks to their unique knowledge of the botanical world, our experts have selected Organic Jojoba, known for its incredibly rich oils.
Organic Jojoba Oil is a unique ingredient with restorative powers. Rich in fatty acids, such as Omega 6 and 9, it boasts a similar composition to sebum. It therefore intensely nourishes dry and brittle hair, restoring its shine and suppleness. Thanks to its rich qualities, it intensely repairs damaged hair.
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The REPAIR Routine, the secret to tackling damaged hair
 
Rich in Organic Jojoba Oil, the REPAIR products provide nourishment, suppleness and shine to dry and damaged hair. Results: hair is repaired, 30 x more resistant*
 
*Instrumental tests on breakage resistance. Results obtained on the Repair Mask and the Botanical Balm