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Caudalie skincare

Caudalie is a French skincare brand founded in 1995.

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Caudalie is beloved for its botanical serums, balancing toners, nourishing moisturizers, targeted eye products, and more, all grounded in potent vine and grape-derived formulas. Its products suit dry skin and mature skin best, thanks to their deeply restorative qualities. For specific concerns, the brand offers standout treatments including the Vinopure Purifying Toner for acne-prone skin, the Vinoperfect Glycolic Peel Mask for skin with dark spots, and the Premier Cru The Cream for mature skin. Through these carefully crafted items, its botanical ingredients work to gently clarify, brighten, and firm the complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular Caudalie products; for the whole Caudalie range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 54.6k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Caudalie for gentle brightening, effective pore-tightening, and deep hydration. The most common complaints are skin dryness and a strong fragrance.

Highlights

  • Gentle and non-irritating serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “great for sensitive skin — Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
    • “non-irritating — Resveratrol-Lift Instant Firming Serum”
    • “Great exfoliation but gentle enough — Vinoperfect Glycolic Peel Mask”
  • Refreshing and cooling toners Mostly Mentioned
    • “smells like a spa — Beauty Elixir”
    • “wakes up my skin — Beauty Elixir”
    • “intense hydration — Grape Water”
  • Pleasant texture Often Mentioned
    • “feels like cashmere — Resveratrol-Lift Firming Cashmere Cream”
    • “milky texture — Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
    • “mist is super fine — Grape Water”
  • Brightening and evening skin tone Sometimes Noted
    • “skin looks glowier — Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
    • “Instant glow after using! — Vinoperfect Glycolic Peel Mask”
    • “lightens my dark spots after 2 weeks — Vinoperfect Brightening Glycolic Night Cream”
  • Visibly tightens pores and smooths skin Sometimes Noted
    • “pores look smaller — Instant Detox Mask”
    • “pores appear noticeably smaller — Vinopure Purifying Toner”
    • “skin feels baby soft — Instant Detox Mask”
  • Absorbs excess oil and controls shine Sometimes Noted
    • “keeps oil at bay — Vinopure Purifying Toner”
    • “removes excess sebum — Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser”
    • “Keeps shine at bay all day. — Vinopure Moisturizing Mattifying Fluid”
  • High price Often Mentioned
    • “expensive — Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
    • “expensive for face water — Beauty Elixir”
    • “expensive for the size — Instant Detox Mask”
  • Scent dislike Sometimes Noted
    • “smells medicinal — Beauty Elixir”
    • “smells like raisins — Grape Water”
    • “smells like bug spray — Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser”
  • Slow or minimal results Sometimes Noted
    • “takes time — Vinoperfect Radiance Serum”
    • “no drastic change — Resveratrol-Lift Instant Firming Serum”
    • “didn't help wrinkles — Vinoperfect Brightening Eye Cream”
  • Irritating to skin Sometimes Noted
    • “burns my eyes — Beauty Elixir”
    • “bit dry for daily use — Vinopure Purifying Toner”
    • “evaporates quickly — Grape Water”

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Questions and answers

Is Caudalie good for oily skin?

Yes, Caudalie is good for oily skin because Lovi rates the Caudalie-focused routine High for oily skin. Reviewers often note that the products help absorb excess oil and control shine, while key ingredients like grape help keep skin balanced.

Is Caudalie worth it?

Lovi rates the Caudalie-focused routines High for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention the pleasant textures and gentle, non-irritating serums, though some note a high price.

What are Caudalie's best products?

Lovi rates Grape Water and Vinoclean Moisturising Toner as Superior for dry skin. Premier Cru The Cream is rated Superior as a moisturizer for dry skin and mature skin. Vinopure Purifying Toner and Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser are rated Superior for oily skin.

Which Caudalie moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Premier Cru The Cream is the best moisturizer for dry skin, as Lovi rates it Superior. Resveratrol-Lift Firming Cashmere Cream also fits well with a High rating, while Vinopure Moisturizing Mattifying Fluid is marked with a Caution.

Does Caudalie cause breakouts?

Caudalie is unlikely to cause breakouts for most shoppers, as the brand-focused routines rate High for acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention that the serums are gentle and non-irritating.

Is Caudalie fragrance-free?

No, the Caudalie products on this page are not all fragrance-free, as 8 of the 20 items list fragrance in their ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in Caudalie products?

The key ingredients across the Caudalie products on this page are grape, hyaluronic acid, and squalane. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

How do I build a Caudalie skincare routine?

Lovi rates the Caudalie-focused routine High for dry skin. A morning routine for dry skin starts with Vinoclean Instant Foaming Cleanser, followed by Vinoclean Moisturising Toner and Premier Cru The Cream.

Where can I buy Caudalie, and how much does it cost?

Caudalie is available at stores in Italy, with prices ranging from €4.90 to €109.80, though most items cost between €9.50 and €34.26.

What are good alternatives to Caudalie?

La Roche-Posay, Bioderma, Avène, Garnier SkinActive, Garnier, and Clarins are good alternatives to Caudalie. Lovi rates La Roche-Posay as a Superior fit for dry and sensitive skin, and a High fit for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Caudalie vs La Roche-Posay: which is better?

La Roche-Posay is a better fit than Caudalie for dry and sensitive skin, as Lovi rates La Roche-Posay-focused routines as Superior for both skin types compared to High for Caudalie. For oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, both brands match closely with High fit ratings for their routines.

Is Caudalie cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Caudalie as cruelty-free.

Is Caudalie good for dry skin?

Yes, Lovi rates Caudalie-focused routines High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention its products have a pleasant texture, and key ingredients like Hyaluronic acid help provide moisture.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which Caudalie cleanser is best for oily skin?

Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser is the best Caudalie cleanser for oily skin, rating Superior, while Vinoclean Instant Foaming Cleanser rates Average.

Is Caudalie good for sensitive skin?

Lovi rates the Caudalie-focused routines High for sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention that the serums are gentle and non-irritating.

Is Caudalie good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Lovi rates Caudalie High for acne-prone skin because several of its targeted options help calm breakouts and control excess oil. Reviewers frequently mention that the serums are gentle and non-irritating.

Is Caudalie good for skin with dark spots?

Lovi rates Caudalie High for skin with dark spots because several of its targeted options, such as Vinoperfect Brightening Eye Cream and Vinoperfect Glycolic Peel Mask, help brighten and even skin tone.

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Is Caudalie good for mature skin?

Yes, Caudalie is good for mature skin. Lovi rates the Caudalie-focused routine High for dry and mature skin types. Reviewers often mention that the products help keep skin smooth and soft.

Research behind Caudalie's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

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