The allure of French beauty is great. The undone, effortless style of French people is one that we have tried to emulate for years. When it comes to French girl beauty, we’re talking about red lipstick, a subtle smoky eye and hair that looks like you’ve just rolled out of bed, but in the best way.
While we might not be French by birth, that doesn’t stop us from channelling the French approach to beauty, which is all about striking the balance between relaxed and put together. If you’re just as captivated by the French beauty ethos as we are, consider trying to incorporate some of these French brands into your life. And, there’s no better day to do this than Bastille Day — France’s National Day.
From hair to lips, these are the French products we reach for to create the classic French beauty aesthetic.
Sisley Paris
Sisley Paris Le Phyto-Rouge
You can’t channel the French girl aesthetic without a classic red lip. The Sisley Paris Le Phyto-Rouge ($70) in the shade Rouge Monaco is the perfect red-orange hue to pair with your undone hair and Breton stripe top. The addition of hyaluronic acid makes this product super comfortable on the lips, leaving them feeling soft and supple.
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Franck Provost
The first Franck Provost salon was opened in Paris in 1975 and all these years later, the Australian outpost is still serving up the best in French girl hair in the country. In fact, Franck Provost is the number one hair salon in France, while also being Australia’s number one rated hair salon. To achieve perfectly undone hair, Franck Provost is the only way to go. Book in at your nearest Franck Provost here.
Avène
Avène Thermal Spring Water
If you’re new to the wonder that is French brand Avène, now is the time to get initiated. One must-try product is the Avène Thermal Spring Water ($25.99), which works to cleanse, soothe and calm sensitive skin. Keep it in the fridge and spray on your face when you need a little pick me up!
Klorane
Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk
Maintain your glorious French girl hair with the help of Klorane’s Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk ($15.99). The antidote to a bad hair day, this product restores body and bounce to your hair and extends the time between washes so you can enjoy your blowout for a little longer.
By Terry
By Terry Ombre Blackstar Cream Eyeshadow
Along with a red lip, French babes usually have a subtle smoky eye. In the spirit of everything looking effortless, you don’t need to pull out an eyeshadow palette to build a smoky eye. Instead, reach for By Terry’s Ombre Blackstar Cream Eyeshadow ($63) in the shade Bronze Moon. A cult product by the French brand, this cream shadow can be smudged along the eyelid and waterline to create a blurred smoky effect. C’est magnifique!
NARS
NARS Blush
Add a little bit of blush to your face to finish off the look. French beauty doesn’t involve heavy layers of makeup or base products, so the addition of a little blush will pull the look together without overcomplicating it. Try the NARS Blush ($46) in the shade Behave for a sweet pink hue.
Trudon
Trudon Olim
You can’t go wrong with French fragrances like the Trudon Olim ($299). With a soft, floral scent that includes notes of warm spice, this fragrance represents the vanity and emotion of a royal era — perfect for you, queen.
Jac Cadeaux
Jac Cadeaux Blue and White 100% Linen T-Shirt
To complete the French girl look, you can’t go past a Breton T-shirt like Jac Cadeaux’s Blue and White 100% Linen T-Shirt ($100). Throw on some nautical stripes, blue jeans and ballet flats and you’re good to go. Bisous!
