My Spring Skin Care Routine | Yves Rocher Hydra Végétal + Giveaway!

A couple of months ago, I got an insider's look at the new Hydra Végétal skincare products* from Yves Rocher at the Letter Bet in Montréal, where I got to preview the new products, which was super fun! I had previously tried a few products from the Hydra Végétal line, so I was super curious about the new additions they have recently come out with. Over the last few weeks, I've been incorporating all seven products into my daily routine and have even discovered new favourites! As you may know, I am a huge fan of the Yves Rocher brand (we go way back as my mom has been a long-time customer and she would let me help her order from their catalogue as a little girl!) and I always get excited to share what new innovative botanical products they have developed. I'll be going more in-depth about what makes this particular line so great and show you just how I use each product! You'll want to keep reading until the end as I also have a giveaway you don't want to miss!

I have combination skin that is also sensitive. The important thing to note is that no matter your skin type, it can still be in a dehydrated state (yes, even if your skin is oily)! We naturally lose water through perspiration and evaporation, and simply putting water on your skin when it is dehydrated does not remedy the situation since it does not get absorbed into the deeper layers of the skin, but instead remains on the surface.

That is where Edulis Cellular Water, the star ingredient of this line, comes in: the experts at Yves Rocher studied the Edulis succulent and how it is able to adapt to harsh environments where it tends to grow, including the seaside and rocky coasts, where you typically do not find much plant life. They found that this plant's extract can similarly benefit us humans by getting absorbed and stored in all skin layers, and then released in a continuous manner for 48 hours (in vivo tests), thus combatting dehydration.

Yves Rocher grows their own Edulis succulents in a greenhouse at their headquarters in La Gacilly, France and they are cultivated using organic farming methods. The plant shoots are harvested before flowering and go through a 5-stage process to extract the cellular water: crushing of the plant, pressing to get the juice, decanting to separate the elements, clarifying to keep only the water and stabilizing to get it skincare ready.

I'll be breaking down each of the seven products by their function. But first, can we take a minute to appreciate the beautiful aqua blue packaging? Love!

Cleansing 

Ultra-Fresh Cleansing Gel - ($19, 125 mL tube or $35, 390 mL pump-bottle)

This refreshing gel doubles as a makeup remover and works wonder to remove impurities and leave you with a clean complexion. I've been using it both morning and night and it lightly lathers and has a really nice, fresh scent. It is free of colourants, mineral oils and parabens, and does not irritate my sensitive, acne-prone skin. Gel cleansers can sometimes leave your skin feeling dry, but thanks to a formula that is more than 93% natural and extracts such as Edulis water, hamamelis flower water, and aloe leaf juice, it actually leaves my skin feeling hydrated and not stripped of its natural oils. I can sometimes be forgetful when it comes to cleansing in the morning, but since having this in my life, I have not missed a day!

Moisturizing Cleansing Milk - ($19, 200 mL)

This cleansing milk can be used morning and night, and I especially like to use it to remove my makeup at the end of the day. I like using it with a cotton pad and it does a great job of dissolving my makeup, from liquid foundation, mineral powders, to mascara and eyeliners. If you are someone who prefers creamy cleanser to gel cleansers, this one is really effective and does not leave your skin feeling parched, thanks to ingredients such as rapeseed oil, aloe vera juice, and of course Edulis extract, with the formula being over 92% natural. I've really gotten into using cleansing milk lately as I find it really effective and gentle enough on my acne-prone skin.

Exfoliating

Radiance Exfoliating Gel ($19, 75 mL)

Are you in the market for a new mechanical exfoliator? This gel-based one sloughs off dead skin cells in a jiffy to reveal a smoother and brighter complexion. I usually prefer chemical exfoliators, but this one is gentle enough on my sensitive skin. The bamboo micro-granules are effective without being harsh or abrasive. The formula contains 92% natural ingredients and is free of colourants, mineral oil and parabens. I use it twice a week while in the shower and love how baby soft my skin feels right after!

Toning

Moisturizing Tonifying Lotion ($19, 200 mL)

Toners are a step I can be forgetful about, and instead of leaving my skin feeling refreshed, many I have tried in the past left my skin feeling dry and irritated! That is not the case with this one since the formula is alcohol-free and more than 98% natural. The Edulis extract, Hamamelis flower water and aloe leaf juice work together to make my skin not only feel clean but also quenched. I simply soak a cotton round and wipe it on my face, neck and décolleté, and it gets rids of any dirt and impurities that might have been left over. I am then ready for the ultimate hydration boost with the below products!

Hydrating

48H Non-Stop Moisturizing Gel Cream - Normal to Combination Skin ($35, 50 mL)

I like using this gel cream hybrid during the day because it has a light texture, perfect to apply if you are short on time and need it to absorb quickly before applying makeup. It is made from more than 90% natural ingredients and housed in a recyclable glass jar, and the box carton comes from sustainably managed forests. This gel cream is also free of colourants, mineral oil, parabens and silicone. My skin drinks it right up and remains hydrated throughout the day, for up to 48 hours thanks to the continual release of hydration from the Edulis water extract. It also contains macadamia oil, aloe juice and hamamelis flower water.

48H Non-Stop Moisturizing Rich Cream - Normal to Dry Skin ($35, 50 mL)

I've been reaching for this cream at night before hitting the hay as it is very nourishing. On top of Edulis water, it also contains coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, shea butter, Roman chamomile water and aloe leaf juice. Despite appearing quite thick and containing quite a few oils, it absorbs rather quickly and does not leave my skin feeling greasy. The formula contains over 89% natural ingredients and provides continuous hydration for up to 48 hours. I just love how it leaves my skin feeling quenched and replenished!

Anti-Fatigue Moisturizing Fresh Gel ($29, 50 mL)

I've been really good about using eye cream lately (again, it's one of those steps I tend to be forgetful about, especially in the morning). I really like how this one sinks into the skin in no time! The formula (more than 90% natural) is free of perfume, parabens and mineral oil and contains pearlescent pigments to help reduce the appearance of dark circles - which I deal with on a regular basis - and with continuous use, they seem visibly reduced. Also, if your concealer tends to crease under your eyes (as it sometimes happens to me), a good under-eye moisturizer such as this one can help prevent that.

Final verdict? My skin has been drinking these products right up! Not only do they work great for me, but they are also affordably priced (as are all Yves Rocher products)!

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And now for the giveaway ($92 total value!)

One lucky winner will receive 4 new Hydra Végétal products:

1 x Ultra-Fresh Cleansing Gel - 125 mL

1 x Moisturizing Cleansing Milk - 200 mL

1 x Moisturizing Tonifying Lotion - 200 mL

1 x 48H Non-Stop Moisturizing Gel Cream - Normal to Combination Skin - 50 mL

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*Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Yves Rocher. Some affiliate links provided. All thoughts and opinions are my own.