Need a New Face Cream? Check Out Our Reviews of Vichy's Creams

French skin care products are some of our favorites at Skincare.com. So when French favorite Vichy sent us complimentary samples of some of their creams to review, we couldn’t wait to get started! Find out what one editor thought of Vichy’s creams, below! 

When we think of our favorite drugstore brands, Vichy is undoubtedly one that comes to mind. As one of the leading beauty brands in France, Vichy’s skin care line boasts a wide range of products—from serums to cleansers—featuring cutting-edge technology to help deliver results users can see with their own eyes. But that’s not all! Every last formula within the collection also features the brand’s exclusive Mineralizing Thermal Water from the French volcanoes, known to help strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier. Among the most beloved products in the Vichy range are their moisturizers and creams. There’s certainly one or more to suit every skin type and concern, and we’re reviewing a handful of them here! Keep reading for our review of Vichy creams, their benefits, how to use them, and more.

VICHY LIFTACTIV SUPREME REVIEW

In a clinical study, Vichy identified key markers that give skin its “tired look” by the end of the day: a dulled complexion, deepening wrinkles, and sagging features. Using this knowledge on daily aging, the brand formulated LiftActiv Supreme. The light, comfortable cream immediately hydrates skin to smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles and brighten a complexion. Skin can appear plumped with moisture and well-rested. With continued use, skin can appear firmer with deep wrinkles visibly smoothed. 

When I first tried this product, I was in awe of how fresh my skin felt all day long. Once absorbed, there was no sticky or greasy residue present at all. My skin felt smooth, hydrated, and refreshed for hours. Since it’s so lightweight, I look forward to layering it underneath my makeup as well. 

Recommended for: Dry, normal, oily, combination, and sensitive skin types.

To Use: Apply LiftActiv Supreme in the morning on a cleansed face. Smooth on gently until thoroughly absorbed. 

Vichy LiftActiv Supreme, $42 MSRP

VICHY LIFTACTIV NIGHT CREAM REVIEW

Formulated with Rhamnose, a naturally-derived plant sugar that can help to correct the effects of skin aging, this night cream restores skin’s youthfulness. The formula helps combat the signs of skin aging by visibly reducing the appearance of wrinkles and helping to boost skin's firmness.

When using this product, I immediately noticed the radiance it added to my complexion. My skin felt hydrated and plump, making it all the more tempting to ditch my makeup and sport a bare-faced look instead.

Recommended for: Normal, combination, and sensitive skin types.

To Use: Smooth LiftActiv Night Face Moisturizer gently onto your face and neck until thoroughly absorbed. Apply the night cream to cleansed skin in the evening.

Vichy LiftActiv Night Cream, $50 MSRP

VICHY AQUALIA THERMAL RICH CREAM REVIEW

Formulated with advanced Dynamic Hydration technology, hyaluronic acid, and Aquabioryl, this soothing 48-hour hydration cream helps lock in water in all facial zones to replenish skin with hydration and form a protective film.  The result? Skin that appears radiantly healthy-looking and plumped with moisture.

I love how this innovative moisturizer immediately melts onto the skin, leaving a velvety soft finish. On days where my skin feels dry from the elements, it helps reintroduce some of that lost moisture. Best of all, my skin stays hydrated all day.  

Recommended for: Dry to normal skin types.

To Use: Apply Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream evenly on face and neck morning and/or night. Smooth on gently until thoroughly absorbed. Can be worn alone or following Aqualia Thermal Dynamic Hydration Power Serum application. 

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream, $31 MSRP

VICHY AQUALIA THERMAL NIGHT SPA REVIEW 

This hydrating night cream brings the benefits of a spa treatment to yourhome by leaving your skin supple and comfortable. You can opt to wear it as a velvety sleep mask, as it contains hyaluronic acid and conditioning oils to infuse the skin with hydration overnight. 

When using this night cream, my skin felt smooth and hydrated by morning. I love how the cream gives my complexion a radiant-looking glow. It’s the perfect addition to my fall and winter nighttime skin care routines.

Recommended for: Dry, normal, and sensitive skin types. 

To Use: Apply a thick layer of Aqualia Thermal Night Spa to your face and neck by massaging it into skin with an upward, smoothing motion. Use this night cream 1-3 times per week.

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Night Spa, $28 MSRP

VICHY NEOVADIOL DAY COMPENSATING COMPLEX REVIEW 

Meet the first Vichy anti-aging day cream with a breakthrough Compensating Complex—14 years of research in the making—to address the four fundamental signs of menopause on skin: loss of density, loss of structure, sagging, and dryness.

The texture of the cream is very comfortable; it immediately envelops the skin with a fresh, non-sticky feeling. My skin felt hydrated and appeared radiant. I’ve also noticed a clear difference in the firmness of my skin after eight weeks of use. Sagging, loss of structure, and loss of density aren’t my current skin concerns, per say, but we would definitely recommend this cream if these are your specific concerns.

Recommended for: Dry, normal, and combination skin types.

To Use: Dab a few dots of Neovadiol Compensating Complex onto face and neck and spread with upward smoothing strokes starting from the inside of the face and moving outwards. Pay extra attention to areas of skin slackening, like the cheekbones, jawline, and neck. Apply evenly morning and night. The formula can be worn alone or under makeup. 

Vichy Neovadiol Day Compensating Complex, $55 MSRP

VICHY NEOVADIOL NIGHT COMPENSATING COMPLEX REVIEW 

This anti-aging night cream, like the Vichy Neovadiol Day Compensating Complex, helps to address four fundamental signs of menopause on skin: loss of density, loss of structure, sagging, and dryness. With its innovative technology, your skin will feel comforted and look rested by morning.

When I used this night cream, I noticed my skin looked well-rested. Sometimes it just isn’t possible to get in the recommended amount of sleep per night, so I love that this night cream can help make up for that.

Recommended for: Dry, normal, combination, and sensitive skin types.

To Use: Apply Neovadiol Night Compensating Complex in the evening onto cleansed skin. Dab a few dots and spread with upward smoothing strokes, from inside to outside. Focus on the areas of skin slackening—cheekbones, jawline, and neck—by deeply massaging the cream onto your skin. Wait 15 minutes after applying before going to bed.

Vichy Neovadiol Night Compensating Complex, $55 MSRP

VICHY IDÉALIA DAY CREAM REVIEW

If you’re on the hunt for a face cream that does some extra work for your skin, this is a great option. This energizing cream is formulated with the antioxidant extract of fermented Black Tea, Adenosine, and antioxidant Blueberry Polyphenols. Not only does this cream deliver all-day hydration, it also helps to even skin tone, refine pores, and smooth the look of fine lines.

I love this day cream because of the many benefits it gives my skin. I’m a huge fan of multi-tasking products, and love that this cream not only gives my skin the moisture it needs, but also boosts my skin’s radiance and improves it’s texture.

Recommended for: Normal, combination, and sensitive skin types.

To Use: Apply this gel-cream by smoothing it over your skin. The cream can be used alone or can be paired with an Idealia face serum.

Vichy Idéalia Day Cream, $33 MSRP

VICHY IDÉALIA NIGHT CREAM REVIEW

It’s during deep sleep that our skin undergoes natural self-repair. Give it a hand with this restorative night cream that can help hydrate, plump, and illuminate the appearance of skin, while counteracting the signs of fatigue. The formula has pure caffeine, hyaluronic acid, micro-exfoliating LHA, and vitamin B3.

It’s very easy to notice the signs of a poor night’s sleep on a complexion. Dullness, uneven tone, reduced skin elasticity, and overall tired-looking features are a dead giveaway. I always try my best to get the recommended hours of sleep per night, but on shorter nights, it’s nice to have a back-up plan. I tried this product on a night I knew would be sleeping less than normal and awoke to skin that felt soft and smooth without any tugging or dryness. I also love the way the fresh balm-in-gel texture enveloped and deeply nourished my skin while I slept without heaviness. 

Recommended for: Dry, normal, and combination skin types.

To Use: Apply Idéalia Skin Sleep nightly onto cleansed skin. For total facial relaxation, start by taking a pea-sized amount and warming the formula between your palms and fingers. Then, gently glide the product across your forehead, massaging the temples in a circular motion. Next, lay your hands flat over your temples and slide over your ears, down your neck, and to your collarbone. Finish by applying gentle pressure to the hollow of your collarbones to help eliminate tension. 

Vichy Idéalia Night Cream, $35 MSRP

VICHY NUTRILOGIE 2 REVIEW

If you have very dry skin, which can be all too common as the weather starts to get colder and drier, it’s important to use an ultra-intensive moisturizing cream. This rich and moisturizing face moisturizer provides 24 hours of hydration and all day comfort without an oily, sticky feel.

I love this product because my skin tends to get very dry in the fall and winter, so keeping it hydrated is essential for keeping my complexion looking its best while also allowing for smooth makeup application. 

Recommended for: Very dry, sensitive skin types.

To Use: Apply Nutrilogie 2 onto cleansed skin evenly during the morning and evening onto your face and neck. Smooth the cream on smoothly until it’s thoroughly absorbed into your skin. The formula can be worn by itself or under your makeup to keep your skin moisturized throughout the day.

Vichy Nutrilogie 2, $33 MSRP

VICHY AQUALIA THERMAL SPF 25 REVIEW

Another option for those with dry skin, this lightweight facial moisturizer provides 24-hour continuous hydration while protecting your skin from UV rays with SPF 25. The ultra-refreshing, oil-free formula is rich in rare minerals to help strengthen skin’s moisture barrier.

Moisturizers formulated with SPF are some of my favorites, since I can protect my skin while also hydrating it—all with one product. I love how lightweight this formula is; it’s perfect for wearing under makeup.

Recommended for: Dry, normal, and sensitive skin types.

To Use: Apply Aqualia Thermal SPF 25 evenly onto your face and neck, smoothing it onto your skin gently until thoroughly absorbed. The moisturizer can be worn alone or under makeup, and should be applied both morning and evening before sun exposure and as needed.

Vichy Aqualia Thermal SPF 25 , $31 MSRP