Your Avène Shopping Guide! | HITS and MISSES reviewed by The Budget Dermatologist

[@purplesky3053]

I use Avene products and am a big fan and have received great results! Thank you for this video! ❣️ p.s. I am 58 years old and use Retrinal Creme Intensive (3x per week), Day Creme and Retrinal Eyes. I do not have sensitive skin and have been using these items for about 6 months on a regular basis and have noticed great results with more youthful looking skin. My dental assistant said I had beautiful skin the other day. I never thought I had “beautiful” skin but it really made my day. 💞

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

I love to hear stories like this. Beautiful skin is attainable and it doesn't have to be complicated

[@purplesky3053]

@@TheBudgetDermatologist I believe being consistent with your beauty regimen is important for results as well as having realistic expectations. Some people expect overnight results but finding what works for each of us is key and sometimes difficult, but consistency is important. Love your channel!💞

[@marikal2341]

@@TheBudgetDermatologist I can't get the Retrinal Avene in my country, but the Physiolift one works like a dream. I use cheaper retinols in between but always return to this one. Funny enough, the blue bottle L'Oreal retinol has been the only one so far I can use around my eyes. Maybe because it's milder and "greasier"?

[@nancygutz5700]

Where did u purchased the avene products

[@barbieblue3336]

@@nancygutz5700 Ulta has more now

[@sassypineapple]

Now THIS is the way to review a brand! Forever grateful 🙏 I’m sure I will refer back to this video many, many times.

[@marytimmins7406]

This is one incredible video you've done. I go to the drugstore and look at Avene and La Roche Posay and the array of products, all in similar packaging is completely overwhelming. You've done a fantastic job of breaking it down in a concise manner. Next you need to do the same for LRP. I've made note of what to buy and what to avoid for my skin type. Thank you for taking the time to do this in-depth review

[@nikahopper2178]

Thank you so much for not doing sponsored videos. This is so important.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

This was a fun one to make!

[@natto2581]

If you do this type of content of other brands I’m pretty sure that you will gain a lot more views and subscribers because I have never come across the skin care KZbinr that has this level of detail. Super great work!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@PRO-jp4bf]

It’s because she’s a specialist doctor 👩🏼‍⚕️😉

[@natto2581]

@@PRO-jp4bf ikr but i meant no specialists are breaking down all product lines of a brand!

[@PRO-jp4bf]

@@natto2581 There are other dermatologists who do review products in depth, however, I absolutely love the way “The Budget Dermatologist” breaks it all down, giving us the most accessible information.

[@sn5255]

Not a lot of US dermatologists review Avene. It’s an amazing brand, and dare I say, a better brand than La Roche Posay for people with sensitive skin!

[@ivanahanus5101]

I have been using the Avene products for about 6 months and people have complimented me on my skin. I am 63 years old and use the Physiolift night balm, hydrance uv rich hydrating cream spf 30 and DermAbsolu eyes. I will be slowly adding in the other products as well as soon as I finish other brands.

[@Loufi303]

For your European viewers: Avene's Retrinal 0.1 (not sold here) is identical to their A-Oxitive *Night Peeling Cream*

[@kimhighfield5551]

Seems to be the same in Australian too!

[@mariageorgiou7113]

Hi there. I don't find retrinal so I will go with this. One question...if I use this night cream I have to stop my glycolic acid or has nothing to do with peeling and is only the name of the cream ?

[@Parrot5884]

@@mariageorgiou7113 You shouldn't combine retinoids and exfoliants in one routine. Peeling is just in the name, but the products are incompatible nonetheless. You can alternate the products at night or use the glycolic acid in the morning (the latter is generally not recommended because of sun sensitivity, but use your discretion)

[@mariageorgiou7113]

@@Parrot5884 thank you so much!!

[@elenacarrozzo5472]

@@mariageorgiou7113 No they are not incompatible, or at least, not necessarily. There are no studies proving AHAs or BHAs incompatibility with retinol - what matters it that you listen to your skin and introduce both in a gentle, gradual way. For retinol or any derivatives I would start from one day weekly and slowly go up (at least, that's what I did). I have acne prone skin, dehydrated skin and I use salicylic acid and retrinal (the A-Oxitive Night Peeling Cream, to be specific) together at night and it does wonders, but it took me around three months to get to use them in the same routine. Also, I wouldn't suggest using any acid for a morning routine, unless it's very, very gentle. And make sure you add an spf at least 30+ otherwise retinol is useless :) Good luck!

[@daynad8104]

I started using Avene products a year ago, because I felt my skin barrier was disrupted. I've loved everything I've tried! Thank you for such a thorough review, because they do have so many products, and it can be very confusing.

[@daniellasanchez2298]

Avene is the only product that keeps my hormonal acne in control. Apart from diet, their clenance line is a life saver if you're acne prone.

[@cocosmith12]

Which products do you use please. Thanks for sharing

[@daniellasanchez2298]

@@cocosmith12 i use the avene cleanance range - facial wash, day moisturiser and and the anticomedone one in the evening

[@saya-mi]

Exactly. At the age of 27, I fiinally stoped looking like a teenager thanks to Cleanance

[@rainbow9883]

I've spent days trawling videos and reading articles trying to determine if Adapalene or Retinol is best for building collagen when you're in your late 50s don't have real acne or deep wrinkles. I now know that there is an Avene product with retinaldehyde and its place in the conversion steps process. Sounds perfect to me. Thank you.

[@tratchels3810]

This is a fantastic video!. Thank you for helping us sort through what to potentially spend/ save on! I would love to see this format on other product lines also. You look beautiful as always!

[@airenehaze]

This is an amazing, well-prepared presentation. Wow 🙌

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Ummm this took FOREVER lol! Glad you liked it!

[@isagoldfield7393]

@@TheBudgetDermatologist 💚♥️💜💙👏👏👏

[@kellymarie7660]

I'm getting my retinal delivered tomorrow based off your recommendation! So excited!

[@bentleym3726]

Best brand review I have ever seen during my seven years of watching you tube. Absolutely fantastic. Very clear and considerate of every skin type. I love the cicalfate cream … wouldn’t be without it.

[@skorpie]

I can’t tolerate prescription Tretinoin on my neck, but am able to use the Retinal Intense on my sensitive neck and around my eyes with great results. Thanks for the review of the entire Avene line.

[@dimitricarreira6089]

Loved your video thank you! Very informative, professional and well organized. I love the fact that you wear your doctor uniform it adds credibility.

[@CMch22]

This is exactly what I needed! I’m so glad you made this video. I would add that while La Roche Posay is a similar brand with similar products at usually more affordable prices, they do tend to put a high amount of niacinamide in 90 or more percent of their products. If you’re one of those people who finds niacinamide makes your skin sting, burn, or turn red then Avene may be a good alternative.

[@PearlDeFloreOfficial]

I love how Brooke is so confident without makeup, she's so pretty and inspirational

[@nicekaiken]

Thank you so much for this video! It is so well structured. Loved that you added which products can be skipped and what to replace them with. The concise recommendation at the end was really helpful, too. I have recently run out of the La Roche Posay retinol eye cream and I am going to try the Avene one next!

[@gigistrailsandtales7203]

I was at the drugstore today looking at all of their products and I didn’t know where to start! This is timely!

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Exactly!! It can be so overwhelming. Hope this helps!

[@PRO-jp4bf]

@@TheBudgetDermatologist Yes, it takes hours and hours of reading labels, and researching. The specialist doctor 👩🏼‍⚕️ is already ahead of the game 😉.

[@Rose-px6cg]

I really like avene. A big reason is because they don’t put niacinamide in everything. I just love your videos…always so helpful 😊

[@jlanvers]

I use the retrinAL 0.1, the eye cream and day cream. I really love them. I was born in France but have lived in the US for a very long time and it's so nice to get better access to French pharmacy skin care these days.

[@farah7918]

Great video! Just wanted to note avene hydrance aqua gel and neutrogena hydro boost did not give me the same effect, the neutrogena one caused me redness and a burning sensation, and the moisture didnt last through the night. Whereas the avene one didn’t cause me any sensitivity and i woke up with dewy skin. Just my experience:)

[@Dianne911]

Great video. I Started using the Avene line based on your recommendation. Love the RetrinAL line and surprisingly, the spring water (which was given to me). Using a mist of spring water (which I leave in the refrigerator) is perfect after a workout in humid climates.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Ya it's really a surprisingly enjoyable product!

[@mimim5038]

she deserves more subs the detail of the video is insane

[@carolegunfield9460]

I love avene products. The tinted spf 50 is gorgeous, like a lightweight foundation. I use the cold cream every night after my tretinoin. It moisturises my dry skin instantly and has lasting results, at a cheap price too.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

love to hear this!

[@purrrfectblood]

I‘m struggling with my Skin at the Moment and thought about trying Avène, so your Video came as a great guide, thank you!

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Awesome! Hope its helpful!

[@champaweragoda6635]

My online Derma class taking while I am vacationing in Puerta Vallarta.Thank you so much Doctor.You are fabulous.🙏💐

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Thank you so much!!

[@xoxo-wr4su]

In Canada, the A-Oxitive line also has a night peeling cream and smoothing eye contour cream (both with retinaldehyde). I think it’s supposed to be equivalent to the retrinal line.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

ooo that sounds nice!

[@PRO-jp4bf]

Thank you 🙏!!

[@jessicalara954]

Yes! The peeling has 0.1 retina it has the same ingredients of retinl 0.1 cream

[@bade3664]

The same in Turkey.

[@glaychin5031]

That is what i find extremely confusing. Thnx for the info.

[@noneofurbusiness5223]

I saved this to review (lots of EASY to understand info). I know Dr. Dray liked spring H2O, but I can't recall her talking about all these products! Thanks. 🙂

[@doloresmedina7176]

Thank you for your honest feedback on these products!! Your honesty is appreciated!! 👋

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

You are welcome! This video was a really fun one to make :)

[@zethunkosi3759]

Just came across this video while trying to learn more about the avene tolerance that my dermatologist just recommended. Love this video, super informative

[@f.m.garner2430]

I can't thank you enough for breakdown and explanations that I've witnessed in sev your videos. This one helped me as aa confused consumer bit now I know with certainty which line I need. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I appreciate the time and research that goes into making your videos, and it shows in these quality videos

[@moniquesimpson4098]

Great job on this video! Very thorough. I was having a hard time deciding on which Avène products to purchase. You really helped me to narrow down my choices. Thank you

[@AnnieNugget]

I absolutely love the avene mineral spring water. I buy the mini can every now and then from Ulta for $9. I do my daily morning care facial routine and at the end I spritz the mineral water on my face. In my head it "balances" everything. Well, it works. I have the most sensitive eczema prone skin with occasional blemishes (24 years old). Using this product was a game changer for me. To each their own but at least for me it works. I highly recommend it.

[@emmagatewood3898]

Can confirm this product is surprisingly great. It was very helpful in healing my skin after a retinol bender I went on. Definitely different than just regular tap water.

[@daphneeastburn6362]

Thank you for this detailed product description and recommendations. I have very sensitive skin and have been the 2 Avene's Retrinal products you recommended. So far, so good. I am also going to purchase the compact sunscreen. Sounds great! Thanks, again!

[@dinapawlow1622]

Thank you for listing all the categories ,the products in each category, and the function of each category. So confusing that making a decision is almost impossible. You cleared everything up and kindly added your personal/professional opinion on usefulness for individual needs. I will use their Retrinol series and their sunscreen. Thankful for your channel.

[@paulenet9237]

Thank you for this comprehensive review and all the effort it went into putting it together.

[@AwkwardTrencher]

This video was SO helpful. In Canada we actually have like 12 different spf options and they're all great! My favourite is their spf 50 lotion and the spray (not aerosol) version of it for traveling. Lightweight with no white cast and it's $30 CAD for 200ml so a great value in my opinion for a face sunscreen

[@CrystalWhispersASMR]

Oh, I love my Avene cleanance cleanser (blue gel). Truly my holy grail face wash. I've tried so many.. I'm always trying new skincare- but I don't use a different one after the tremendous difference it did in my adult breakouts.

[@lubaleong9619]

Thank you so very much for your thorough and honest review, Doctor! As someone with moderate to severe eczema, I've tried a lot of non-prescription creams for maintenance - including some from Avene (e.g. Xera Calm balm and soothing radiance mask). I'm truly grateful for your insights which I can refer to before making more skincare purchases. You are amazing!

[@melissasantana5871]

I love how honest she sounds! Thanks 💕

[@ellsbells7116]

This video is such a great idea. So comprehensive, informative and succinct. Thank you :)

[@stewarth]

Would love to see you look at la Roche posay and acure in a similar fashion. This video is an amazing resource! Ulta just started their spring haul sale, and many of your holy grail products are up to 30 percent off. Just the motivation I needed to try the cicalfate line and the tolerance control balm.

[@tinaeriksen7335]

I would love too, a look at La Roche Posay - thanks

[@morgenlefay]

Most derms cover LRP so I’m glad to find this…this is also exactly what I think is worth/not worth it for the many lines Avène offers that I’ve tried…just satisfying when the experts agree. I came across the brand’s cicalfate by chance at a Parisian pharmacy which made me fall in love with the brand.

[@melissaknox6342]

I love your videos. I use PhysioLift Eyes as the RetrinAL line isn't available in Australia. I also do use the Avene Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleansing Lotion because I've tried soooooo many others and it's the only one that my skin doesn't hate.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

oh nice! thanks for sharing your experience.

[@laural9245]

Super-duper helpful, thank you! I have a number of Avène products, but have been curious about the others. Love your videos!

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Thanks for following along!

[@pamelacossey8604]

She nailed this review. Avene has some products that are excellent n worth the money . Others not so much. Excellent breakdown of each line!

[@hirry.p]

What a useful and wide encompassing video. Many thanks. The retrial range reins supreme but is not available in the UK! So glad physiolift (0.05 retinal) and triacneal (0.1) are and can offer retinal benefits

[@urvesh0607]

I love your recommendations and have been purchasing the products you discuss in your videos!! Thank you for educated us and guiding us towards affordable skincare ❤️

[@GeorgePassalis]

I am using the Avene Active Cg serum, the Hyaluron Active B3 day cream, the Hyaluron Active B3 multi-intensive night cream with Retinal, the Xeracalm lipid replenishing cleansing oil and the Avene Sunsimed sunscreen, with the new Avene organic blue light filter Triasorb (i am living in Greece). All great products, with great results!

[@saya-mi]

The Cleanance serum helped me to get rid of most of my acne while not drying out my already dry skin. I already use it for more than 2 years and I love it. I recently also purchased Cleanance Hydra cleanser and I'm even happier with it - even now in winter, my skin doesn't flake and it's actually not that expensive, considering it took me literally 6 month to use it all (200 ml). Xeracalm also helps to sooth my skin after exema and it actually prevents it, which is the first to do so! I finally don't have to use corticoids.

[@joanewindle2267]

Thank you for this! I’ve been dying to try the RetrinAL eyes, but it’s not available in Canada, so I’m so glad you said that PhysioLift eyes is similar!

[@lovebeauty7713]

There's Cleanance Expert Night emulsion with 0.1% retinal. It's for oily and blemish prone skin and has retinal so also adds anti-ageing. I'm using this one every other night. Removes my fine lines and helps with blackheads.

[@christinaeilers3562]

I use the Tolerance Extreme Cream in the winter time. I have a stubborn area on my face that gets worse in winter, eczema, flakiness, this cream has been the only one that seems to help. 😊

[@zozel77]

SPF makeup compact is my holly grail during hot humid weather. Great video 👍❤️

[@star-h3487]

The Avene spring water is also great to spray on your scalp after a shower, as I have a very red irritated scalp. I think it was due to frequent hair dying, I would colour my hair every 3weeks. I’ve been spaying the spring water on my scalp and it’s really helped calm it down and it’s not as red as it use to be. The peeling cream is great, on the second night it was burning so I gave it a rest. Then I tried it again and it was fine. The Avene tinted BB cream is great.

[@SunFlower-xp6hw]

Big fan of Avene! Have been using for 14 years exclusively and people think I am 14 years younger than I am. Unfortunately the Retrinal is not available in Canada,so I use Oxidative peeling night cream.

[@jorgegarcia3635]

You're so underrated, I love your content! ❤

[@barbieblue3336]

I always look at beautypedia, but they don't have reviews yet of avene. Thanks! I watched this several times to absorb info 🙂

[@janetrodriguez5445]

Wow excellent video. So organized!!!

[@CabsAndEthel]

Off topic but please do a hair care video 💕 shampoos, conditioners , leave ins, moisturizing hair masks

[@glaychin5031]

Great and simple summary that truly help me natvigate thru this brand, esp when it does have a high price tag. Thank you so very much. Love love love!

[@helena7991]

I actually brought the Avene a-oxitive day vitamin a and C cream,and would recommend it,it's reduced the redness and worked in a day also you don't have to bother with moisture vitamin C and a for the day so I've been pretty content with this product

[@carineabidaoud7727]

Now this is how we explain everything. Thank you so much. Can you do similar videos for other brands like L’Oréal. Play, dr Dennis, ….?

[@adrianasusunaga5671]

Wow!! Great video. I love it, it’s going in my library and it’s going to make my life easier!! 🥰

[@Madrid1234apa]

The geek and gorgeous retinal and vitamin C are great. Shipping costs are high though. The drunk elephant micellar is expensive but has great ingredients. It contains ceramides and various oils

[@elonaw79]

Avene Retrinal Eyes has been my holy grail. Does not irritate my eyes.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Same!

[@db-gb5xi]

Nice to see your list. A number of derms and even estys have recommended the brand.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Ya! I've been so pleased overall!

[@isagoldfield7393]

Love love 💗 this content. Thank you as always🌼💜🌸

[@munalisamunni6360]

Your presentation is the best, take love♥️

[@jbox0612]

So helpful to navigate all the options! Did you do one for La Roche Posay? If not, I would suggest that one. Love all the Avene products I have used.

[@nadialovely]

I follow ur advice. Retrinal is my routine night cream. Love it!

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Love to hear it!!

[@Tennishead21]

An excellent video. I think your comments about price might only apply to consumers in the United States. In Europe, Avène is quite affordable, I would say, and is frequently available in chemists. It is a brand, too, that has sales fairly often. Just today, I saw their entire line at 25% off in a chemist here in Europe.

[@MrsIkenna]

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[@debbiemcgee6822]

I absolutely LOVE your videos!! I have bought so many of your opinions on dupes!! You are my go to girl! Thank you Dr Maren💗💗

[@ja-t5220]

Dr Maren thank you so much for this incredibly detailed review of Avene products. I had been searching and searching for days for a review like this. Then all of a sudden there you were today with the best review ever! Had ordered the Avene RetrinAl 0.05% a few days ago for my mature, rosacea prone skin ( erythematotelangiectatic,mild) the Tolerian Extreme Cream and the Avene Thermal Spring Water. The Thermal Spring Water is amazing! It makes my skin feel so good and it seems to take away the redness a bit too. Unbelievable how well it works.Have not started the RetrinAl yet but I am looking forward to doing so soon. I'm not sure if I will repurchase the Tolerian Extreme Cream. When I apply it to my face it seems to cause tightness and some redness which disappears when I spray the Thermal Spring Water. Otherwise it is very moisturizing. I wanted to know more about their other products and you have helped me out so much . Thank you again for all your hard work in putting this video together.

[@Kris_-yq9xv]

Hi thanks for this fantastic review of all Avene products. I am a long term fan of Avene and in the past I used to repurchase their moisturizer for oily skin and one of their 50 SPF sunscreen with matt finish. Now at 44 I AM going to buy their RtrinAl product. And my skin is now normal rather than oily, so was considering Hydrance emulsion. But you mentioned is fragranced. Is it really strong ? As I don't mind slightly fragrances products, but when it's to strong it can be very off putting.

[@thelmalou1320]

What a great way to educate! Great video! Thank You!

[@maddieb726]

Great reviews! You dis not mention the Retrinal Advanced Correcting Serum. Any thoughts on this product?

[@Iheartmusic301]

Here in the Netherlands, the RetinAL is not available. However, there is one called A-Oxitive Night Peeling Cream that contains Retinaldehyde and Vitamin E (Pre-tocopheryl). Is that the same product you mentioned in the video?

[@jackieburns5257]

I've used retinaldehyde for a week 6 days straight, and I see the difference already.

[@Gigifrancetexas]

Physiolift yeux is just the French version of the Retrinal eye. From what I have found they don’t sell the American version in France or the french version in US. I spend 1/3 of the year in France and was confused about this myself but it’s the same line different names. I use the physiolift yeux and love it around my sensitive eyes. For around the mouth Cicalfate (see-kal-fate: cica meaning healing) the post procedure healing emulsion saves me from tretinoin peeling !

[@evelynz8484]

I started using RetrinAL because of your last video! Thank you!

[@rebeccabower506]

Thank you so much for this great in-depth analysis of this fabulous brand.

[@yellowrose13]

Do you have a video on what the budget dermatologist DOES splurge on (in the $50-$150 range)?

[@fedluth3116]

The antirougouse fort cream helped so much with my broken capillaries

[@yiotamintzas801]

A huge shout out to you , love what you bring to your vlogs . Entertaining and exciting to find out what is right and wrong . Thankyou for educating us all, 😘

[@angelvenker5628]

I ordered the retinal product. So far so good. No irritation like trenitonin

[@MrsIkenna]

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[@luxeford547]

I have used Avène retinaldehyde products for probably 20 years and don't feel the need to start prescription retinoids. We don't have Retrinal in Sweden, but PhysioLift, A-OXitive and Triacneal (now renamed Cleanance Woman (!) all have retinaldehyde products.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

Nice!!

[@hopeless_wanderer502]

Aslo, the cleanance line has a night cream with retinaldehyde! Check that out if youre acne prone. It's just like the retrinal 1%. !!!!

[@josegnofam8151]

I like Avène cleansnce concentrate, sérum-anti-imperfections because I have blemish-prone acne’s, it’s very good and fast results, I was going to use their cleansnce cleanser as they recommended and when I read ingredients it contained fragrance . I never tolerate fragrance. Thank you Dr you always recommend good product.

[@joeltonyee4304]

Well prepared research, thanks for all the information, love it!

[@gogumarshmallow]

thank you! i love this format! it is very helpful!!

[@adriennewines]

This was a very helpful video! Maybe you could do an Olay video next? But they do have a ton of products. Thx!

[@lisaaustell8563]

Thanks for this video. I had always wondered if this line was worth the money.

[@TheBudgetDermatologist]

You're welcome!

[@pujasharma2937]

I have tried many moisturiers like LRPs Baume B5 , cera ve and many more. However none of these were good for my skin until I discovered Avène Hydrance rich moisturising cream and it is been with me for past two years it is slightly expensive but makes me skin feel hydrated for sure; doesn't have any fragrance and suits well with my sensitive skin

[@Alex-mx6mu]

Will you do this video for other brands? Like La Roche Posay, Vichy etc

[@patricem.9867]

Thank you so much for this video. I just discovered you and a new subscriber. I had my first eczema breakout in 12 years all over my face and eyes and Avene products were recommended but their website is next to impossible to navigate.The Cicalfate cream is used nightly still and I recently purchased the lip balm. I also like the eye makeup remover and the hydrance aqua gel. Now I'm off to watch more of your videos!

[@kats.3035]

I just purchased the Avene Cicalfate Spray but am not sure how to incorporate it into my daily skincare routine.. ie. Before or after toners and serums. Any advice? I dont think my face is super sensitive, but I'm discovering that my neck is. Some popular dermatologists advise bringing your products all the way from your face to your neck and decolletage. And I really want a youthful neck as I age. Thought this product might help ease my more sensitive neck skin into gradually accepting the same products in currently using on my face. I'd LOVE to know your thoughts/advice! Thanks!