Since I’ve been trialling the Caudalie Premier Cru Eye Cream & Resveratrol Lift Moisturizer my skin has also been going through the trauma of Menopausal hormone changes. Not only that but also just last week I changed the way I administer my Hormone Replacement Therapy so to say my skin is coping well is a super big deal.
I believe Caudalie has played a big part in that as I know many women suffer quite radical dryness which often rebounds in the form of boil-like acne. In fact I have experienced a couple of pea sized lumps on my face too although thankfully they’ve disappeared without a trace. Whilst we’re on that subject I have to add, most importantly when you notice one of these “spots” whatever you do LEAVE IT ALONE. Do not approach or engage with the beast, no matter how tempting it may be to squeeze, poke or prod it – DON’T. It will go away eventually so please be patient, our skin is now far too delicate to cope with squeezing these monsters & you will leave a scar.
Now bearing all the above in mind here’s a breakdown of what I found each product delivered. By the way I’m seeing my OBGYN next month to sort out a few queries I have about my new treatment following that I’ll write a detailed post on the medication I’m now taking. Just so you know it’s a combination of estradiol delivered via patch which I change twice weekly & a body-identical (not synthetic) progesterone pill taken once nightly….
My Caudalie Beauty Regime
1. Make-Up Removing Cleansing Oil – This oil is light & silky to massage into dry skin. You can emulsify it with a little water but I prefer to use a hot cloth which feels absolutely incredible & removes every trace of make-up. This is a total winner of a product particularly for its deep cleansing ability without leaving any trace of oil behind.
I do really like their Micellar Water too but find Micellar Water (no matter what brand) isn’t a deep enough cleanse for make-up. Therefore I recommend keeping both for the different purposes.
2. Gentle Buffing Cream – As a long time fan of grainy exfoliation I’m now finding my regular Apricot Scrub way too harsh. I was keen to find an alternative so tried this fine-grained scrub Caudalie offer. The overall result has been a bit hit & miss for me as I don’t feel it’s quite coarse enough to do the job. I would need to use it more often to get the desired effect although to be honest I probably don’t have the time.
3. Glycolic Peel Mask – This is the other alternative to my scrub which involves no actual scrubbing but uses the glycollic acid to slough off my dead skin cells. I applied it liberally twice weekly in the morning 10 minutes before my shower. Rinsing under the shower is the simplest way for me to remove the thick cream & also leaves my skin feeling fresh & awake. I love this product which has turned out better than I expected & probably makes the scrub redundant. Note briefly it isn’t actually a mask despite the name.
4. Premier Cru Eye Cream – Having never used an eye cream before I was skeptical that there would be any advantage in a separate cream for just the eyes. This may take some time to notice fully but so far there has lessened that tugging effect around my eyes. You know the evidence of dehydration that shows mostly around the eye area? I’ve also noticed it around my nose so I rub the residual cream there & on the back of my hands too. The trickiest thing with this remarkable cream is getting the amount right. I’m not kidding, it took me weeks to reign myself in & I’m not a heavy-handed person generally so I don’t tend to pump out a big amount. You literally only need a pin head sizes drip of this cream for both eyes to be well covered. Not an easy thing to do let me tell you! As it’s not a cheap cream you don’t want to waste it, just be really careful until you get the hang of the pump otherwise, like me you’ll be rubbing it onto the backs of your hands.
5. Resveratrol Lift Cream – This moisturizer packs a punch. I absolutely love it! It isn’t greasy at all but it is heavier than what I’m used to although as I said earlier I do need that now. However I alternate this with the light VinoPerfect Serum when my skin is having an oily moment as it tends to do now & then. I think it’s helpful to have two weights of face moisturizer on hand for the regular changes our skin is experiencing. That way you can use what you need as & when.
6. VinoPerfect Serum – I have used this gorgeous serum for a while now & reviewed it fully here if you’d like more information. It’s called a serum but to me it’s a light moisturizer that perfectly accompanies the heavier Resveratrol Cream. Equally as effective when used with your regular moisturizer if you find it’s too lightweight on its own. It has definitely helped plump my skin but not lightened the pigmentation.
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Below is a close up shot of my skin to show you the corners of my nose & around my mouth where tightness from dehydration has improved. Please ignore the hairy regrowth on my chin, I still haven’t decided what to do with that yet. Since I don’t see it in the mirror I hadn’t realised it’d grown back until I put this close up shot on my desktop monitor – Hooley Dooley what a shocker!
For those of you who asked what make-up I use I’ll publish an edit of my key products next week. These are the best of the basics, literally all you need to do a simple natural look. I think it’s really important to keep your make-up as light as possible after 40 because it tends to be quite aging. When I look younger I feel youthful, it’s that simple.
Bye for now, Mx
Comments ( 16 )
Gail
It’s great to see all the products being used rather than just one or two. I’m convinced using one product family is more effective. Looks like you’re getting great results! Re the peach fuzz (and I wouldn’t have noticed if you hadnt said) I reviewed a gadget called Hollywood Browzer which is good for removing this.
Gail
MT
I think you’re onto something there when you say staying with the same product family. I’m sticking with Caudalie for the time being because not only the results are but the company has a terrific ethos. They don’t test on animals, don’t use parabens, all natural & give back to earth charities. Now I have another reason 😉
That fuzz of mine is new stubble you wait if I left it it’d be a goatee! Hahahaha Will defo check out your review Gail thanks for the heads up xx
Lazy daisy jones
Good grief if your chin is bad then mine is a jungle! I am considering the laser route but it’s so expensive!! X
MT
Is laser expensive still? Oh damn I was considering that option too, it just seems more long term. x
sequinist
I adore the Serum too! I haven’t tried other products in the range (yet) because I’m too busy working my way through the massive shelf of products I have at the moment, but I’d like to put some more Caudalie into my rotation. Thanks for the reviews; I’ve bookmarked so I can come back when it is time to replenish my skincare supplies! xx
MT
Ah yes Lisa that’s right you do have all that lovely White Company product you reviewed recently. We’re very lucky to have so many cruelty free options now aren’t we? I remember in my 20’s it was incredibly difficult to find, I mean not until The Body Shop made not testing on animals mainstream. xx
Abby@Midlifecrisisnut
Just like you Michelle I use the Glycolic Peel Mask twice a week before popping into the shower and can happily reveal that it’s an instant rejuvenator. Also, I’m on the same HRT treatment, except I use Divigel (estradiol gel) and topical Progesterone. I’ve tried the estradiol patch but it didn’t work for me as I was using it up rapidly and then had nothing left in my system to survive the following days. There’s no way I could make it a single day without either of those (plus of course my Thyroid meds). So I feel your pain. BTW you look as beautiful as always. ❤️ xx Abby
MT
Ah that’s interesting about the patch Abby, how do I know if I’m using it up? This is going on my list of questions for the OBGYN, thanks for the heads up honey xx
And the lovely compliment 😉
jacqui
Fab skin, great information as well – many thanks. Jacqui
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MT
Thanks Jacqui, I’m glad you got something from it x
Rozanne Swift
Really informative, thanks Michelle! I use the same night cream and love it but have also been using its sister day cream; not daily, however, as I find the day cream too rich after the night cream. So I will give the lighter cream you mention a try, sounds the ideal alternative! As for chin hairs… I suspect, if left untended, I could exfoliate the back of my hands with mine…. ALL the glamour of peri menopause right there… X
MT
I wish you could see me giggling now Rozanne – that’s funny! xx
Mums That Slay
Ohh I love a good skin care post, I’m gonna have to check out that peel, as I’m desperate to give my face an intense replenish. Yvadney x #SaturdayShareLinkUp
MT
That’s fab to hear Yvadney! Although to be honest you won’t see them often here as I tend not to swap & change too much especially when I’ve found a range that works. Let me know how you like the peel x
Lady of Style
I have only heard good reviews about Caudalie, Michelle! I am only using their hand cream at the moment but really have to sort my beauty regime… sigh!
xx
Annette | Lady of Style
MT
Oh gosh yes Annette, please do try it. I’m completely confident you’ll like it. You should start with the Resveratrol cream I think xx