NEED TO KNOW: A 101 Guide to Caudalie
Caudalie is a French skin care brand on a mission to develop beauty products using the most natural formulas possible - without skimping on luxury or effectiveness. It’s known for its vineyard roots - Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas (the husband and wife duo that started it all back in 1995) harnessed the exceptional antioxidant and vitamin-packed powers of grape and grapevine extracts to create skin care products that have found fame and popularity around the globe.
Here’s a detailed look at Caudalie, including some of its bestselling products, the best Caudalie products for different skin types and expert tips from the Cult Concierge team for how to use this much-loved brand…
Contents:
- ESSENTIAL CAUDALIE SKIN CARE
- WHICH CAUDALIE PRODUCTS SHOULD I USE?
- HOW TO USE CAUDALIE
ESSENTIAL CAUDALIE SKIN CARE
CAUDALIE SERUMS
Allow us to introduce you to three of our favourite Caudalie serums:
19
56.50€
Says goodbye to dark spots
Part of the Vinoperfect range (one of their most popular collections), this serum is reportedly 62 times more effective than Vitamin C for free radical protection. It’s the ideal product for eradicating existing dark spots and making your complexion more radiant, more luminous and more even.
19
38.40€
Battles blemishes
This lightweight yet potent serum helps reduce blackheads and excess oil, minimises pores and smooths skin’s texture for the perfect glow-up.
1
37.20€
Hydrates and plumps
Give your skin the hydration it deserves with this winning formula, which combines the ultra-moisturising properties of hyaluronic acid with antioxidant-rich grape water to hydrate, plump and soothe dry complexions.
CAUDALIE TONERS
29
24.80€
Refines and refreshes
Give your skin a breath of freshness with this purifying toner. Salicylic acid, grape polyphenols, organic rosewater and essential oils work together to battle blemishes while preparing your skin perfectly for the next steps in your skin care routine.
5
12.40€
Moisturises and comforts
Crafted with Vinolevure (an extract from wine yeast) to deeply moisturise and strengthen your skin, this alcohol-free formula lifts the last traces of make up, refines pores and soothes your skin.
CAUDALIE FACIAL MISTS
A burst of radiance
This facial spray acts like a vitamin shot, giving your complexion an instant burst of radiance when you need it - like at that dreaded 4pm lull in the work day..! Wake yourself up with the refreshing combination of grape, rosemary, orange blossom, rose, myrrh and organic balm mint.
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16.90€
Hydrates, soothes and tones
Created from 100% organic grapes, this iconic mist hydrates, soothes, tones and refreshes all in one. Keep the spray in the fridge to make it even more refreshing!
CAUDALIE CLEANSERS
15
20.30€
For squeaky clean skin
Delicate yet effective, this foaming face wash is the perfect everyday cleanser. It deep cleans pores and leaves skin squeaky clean, peachy soft and oh-so refreshed, without any dryness or discomfort.
8
30.50€
Removes all traces of make up
Composed with 98% natural origin ingredients, this cleansing water removes make up and cleanses the face and eyes in one go, all while respecting the skin’s natural balance.
18
22.60€
For a youthful and healthy complexion
Brimming with blemish-battling ingredients, this gel-cream textured cleanser diminishes the look of pores and reduces the chance of blemishes – without causing skin to dry out. In fact, this innovative formula, jam-packed full of essential oils, keeps skin feeling clean, fresh, soft and luminous.
CAUDALIE EYE CREAMS
![Caudalie Resvératrol [lift] Firming Eye-Gel Cream 15ml](https://www.cultbeauty.com/images?url=https://static.thcdn.com/productimg/1600/1600/12639710-2044804111957206.jpg&format=webp&auto=avif&width=640&height=640&fit=crop)
7
44.00€
An age-defying concoction
Powered by peptides, quinoa extract and an all-new patent, this nourishing gel works to smooth fine lines and wrinkles, ease puffiness and diminish dark circles - it’s like a non-surgical eyelift in a tube!
5
36.10€
For a well-rested look
Give your under-eyes the TLC they deserve with this brightening eye cream. Enriched with caffeine, olive squalane and niacinamide, it’s a godsend for those wanting to brighten and reenergise.
CAUDALIE MOISTURISERS
17
44.00€
A skin-brightening powerhouse
This oil-free gel cream ticks all the moisturising boxes. It’s brimming with viniferine (which is 62 times more effective than vitamin C when it comes to brightening), niacinamide (for an even skin tone), squalane and hyaluronic acid (for a hit of hydration) and natural pearl extracts (which capture light and reveal an instantly glowing complexion). That’s a 10 out of 10 from us!
12
32.70€
For soothing and comforting magic
If you suffer with seriously red and tired skin, this Caudalie moisturiser, comprising vinolevure, olive squalane and grape water (among other plant extracts), will intensely nourish, repair, relieve tightness and replenish moisture.
11
44.00€
A gentle overnight peel
This Caudalie night cream features a trio of ingredients that make it both a moisturiser and a gentle overnight. The combination of glycolic acid, vine sap viniferine and papaya extract gently exfoliates your skin while hydrating and brightening it too, revealing luminous skin come morning time.
WHICH CAUDALIE PRODUCTS SHOULD I USE?
BEST CAUDALIE PRODUCTS FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN
Grapes are bursting with antioxidants, which is why Caudalie products are ideal for acne-prone skin. Here are four of the best Caudalie products if you’re prone to blemishes and pesky pimples:
BEST CAUDALIE PRODUCTS FOR SENSITIVE SKIN
Caudalie’s oh-so gentle formulas mean that many of their products are suitable for sensitive skin.
(The latter two products contain common allergens for sensitive skin types such as fragrance/citronellol/limonene, so if you have truly sensitive skin or any allergies, get in touch with the Cult Concierge team for a consultation before you try any new products.)
BEST CAUDALIE PRODUCTS FOR OILY SKIN
Control excess sebum production and minimise shine with the help of these three products:
BEST CAUDALIE PRODUCTS FOR YOUNG SKIN
There’s no better time to start the anti-ageing process than when your skin is still young, plump and full of life. Introduce these products to your skin care regime to keep your skin looking as youthful as it does now:
BEST CAUDALIE PRODUCTS FOR ROSACEA
Prevent and treat flare-ups with the soothing qualities of these Caudalie products:
BEST CAUDALIE PRODUCTS FOR DARK SPOTS
Several Caudalie products are specifically designed to target dark spots and even out your complexion.
HOW TO USE CAUDALIE
Here are some tips from our Cult Concierge consultant Natalie on how to use Caudalie:
- When it comes to choosing between fluid and creams, fluids are lighter in texture, whereas the creams are typically richer and creamier. Fluids therefore tend to sit best on combination to oily skin types, and are oil-free and non-comedogenic. If you have a dry skin type then you will likely prefer a cream formulation.
- Caudalie’s serums are perfect to introduce to your routine if you’re looking for a boost to your skin and want to focus on certain goals with your complexion. Being highly concentrated with active ingredients, they should be introduced to your regime prior to your moisturiser, usually morning and evening, to really get results and boost the efficacy of your routine.
- You can absolutely mix and match between ranges depending on your skin’s needs and how it changes throughout the seasons. However, if you’re looking to really target a specific concern, such as blemishes, you might find you get the best results just using the full Vinopure range. Reach out to our Cult Concierge team if you’d like a bespoke Caudalie routine for your skin goals!
- Make sure you’re not overdoing it, as with any routine, so avoid mixing two exfoliating treatment products on the same application and always apply your SPF in the day (Milky Sun Spray is your go-to from Caudalie).
- Unsure what product to try first? The Cult-favourite Beauty Elixir is a must-have for anyone after a luxurious and uplifting facial mist to add to their regime. Say hello to glowing, refined and tightened skin! This unique formula can be used for everything from setting your makeup to prepping your skin for your serums and moisturiser and to boost your mood and complexion during a long workday.
