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Vichy Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care Review

Hello IMBB! I’m finally writing a review after eating a lot of rati’s brain about how to start and all. A little bit about me- 23 yr old having cosmetologist as a profession and working with a skin clinic in Hyderabad. Beauty was always fascinating to me and hence the profession.

The company Vichy laboratories was founded in 1931 and is the no 1 skincare brand today in European pharmacies. Vichy offers a diverse range of allergy tested products fortified with soothing Vichy thermal spa water. They have dedicated an entire line called normaderm (hence the name Vichy normaderm hydrating care) to acne, imperfection prone skin. The line consists of

• Normaderm deep cleansing gel( pump and tube)
• Normaderm purifying astringent toner
• Normaderm anti imperfection hydrating care
• Normaderm daily care night chrono active imperfection care
• Normaderm active anti imperfection concentrate
• Normaderm pro matt non stop matt effect moisturizing care spf 15

Vichy was introduced to me when I started my masters in cosmetology 2 yrs back. When dermatologists are your teachers you are sure to deal with products which work and this is one of them. We were given samples of the Vichy night cream as well as the day cream; as everyone else, I too used and forgot it because I did not have acne problem that time. It was only this may after my exams I noticed my skin behaving weird due to hormones and stress. I had actually quite liked the texture of the day cream that time but couldn’t say anything about its working cause of non existent acne. I bought the first bottle this May and now since I’m on my second bottle, I can proudly say that it’s my Holy Grail moisturizer now. I  have a combination skin which is prone to breakouts prior to monthly cycle, has excessive oily t-zone all through the year, and reacts badly with products which people actually love (i.e. have had rashes when applied ponds cold cream or normal face washes) so hence its actually true sensitive skin.. Coming back to the review

What the product claims-
All in one daily use care to treat imperfections hydrate and gives matt finish all day long. Tested on sensitive acne prone skin, non comedogenic

What it contains-
Salicylic acid- derived from willow bark extract, it eliminates dead skin, has anti microbial action
Glycolic acid- derived from sugar cane juice gently micro exfoliates dead skin
LHA- Vichy’s patented ingredient which helps to regulate sebum and eliminate shine

Available-
Bought it at health and glow outlet near my home, 50 ml for 1250

How I use it-
After cleansing, I take a pea-sized amount

And apply it in dots all over my face and then proceed with the sunscreen and makeup (I do not believe in toning hence no toner)

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Pros

• Love the texture, its fast drying, easily absorbs, non greasy and non sticky. leaves a total matt finish
• Has a pump bottle to dispense the product hence hygienic and no wastage
• Has subtle smell to it which does not linger on after 5 mins
• Is absolutely safe for sensitive skin types too which is so rare for me
• Has definitely reduced my pimples and have reduced my blackheads and whiteheads too with regular use
• It has improved the skin’s clarity and smoothness from first week itself with less oiliness compared previously
• Within a month hardly any problem of excessive oiliness, the face remains fresh for a longer time
• It has AHA (glycolic acid) and BHA (salicylic acid) so  its also working as an anti ageing day cream for me
• Need only pea size amount
• Used it daily twice still lasted 2 months for me
• Is easily available at all health and glow outlets as well as big cosmetic stores
• Though it does not have spf like the pro matt non stop matt effect moisturizer from the same range it works more on the acne, blackhead and whiteheads because of salicylic acid, glycolic acid and the patented LHA present which is not there in the moisturizer with spf

Cons

• Does not have a spf thus have to use an additional sunscreen with it
• Price might b a major hiccup( 50 ml 1250 rs)
• When the product is dispensed and taken, the product which remains in the opening dries up however when I blend it again with the moisturizer the next time I use it… It again becomes the same texture. Something to do with LHA ingredient I guess

Do I recommend it?

Absolutely yes to people with sensitive oily, acne prone skin looking for matt, non sticky moisturizer…

Would I repurchase it?

I have already bought 5 times for my friends and sisters and this is my personal 2nd bottle
must be under my dermatologist’s pressure for tomorrorw’s appointments. It has totally helped my skin with my mild acne, blackheads, white heads , smoothness and clarity.. Will always keep buying it until something even better which works for me comes up. Totally love this product!!

Where To Purchase It?

Buy Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care at Amazon

More about acne/imperfection prone skin

Symptoms

• Oiliness
• Redness
• Blackheads
• Spots
• Uneven skin surface
• Localized shine
• Open pores or dilated pores

Causes

• Hormonal imbalance
• Lifestyle( stress, smoking etc)
• Pollution
• Use of cosmetics which are comedogenic or not according to the skin type
• Sometimes genetics which is aggravated due to above conditions

More article coming up about acne myths, its care and product reviews. Thanks to my sis Apoorva for pics.. Will try better ones next time.

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