The other day on my Paris trip I of course had to give the much talked/blogged about City Pharma a visit and pick up a few goodies (which is no easy feat as City Pharma is the most hectic shopping experience ever). One product I quite literally threw into my shopping basket was La Roche Posay’s Serozinc, first talked about by the skincare guru Caroline Hirons and subsequently Amelia Liana. I still wasn’t entirely sure exactly what it was- a toner? a treatment? a hydrating mist? all of the above? but I remembered reading that it was great for oily and blemish prone skin so in to the basket it went.
Once home and after cleansing I had a little look at the bottle (a kind of aerosol can) and read that it is to be used as a toner after gently cleansing to soothe skin, as it was a zinc and sulphur formula. I sprayed directly onto my cleansed face and a lovely mist ensued which left my skin hydrated and lovely. I’ve only been using this for a few days, but I’ve had a hectic few days of the odd modelling job, copious dinners out and too much chocolate- things that usually play havoc with my skin…and yet- it’s flawless! I had a few blemishes that looked like they wanted to come out and play, but a few sprays of Serozinc and off they popped.
Here comes the bad news….you can only buy this in France at the moment (not cool LRP not cool) and it’s under 5 euros–beautiful bargain.
I’m already getting a little worried as I’m not next in France for another 3 months, so I’m hoping the 150ml bottle lasts me but I’m not too sure as there’s something about the spray mist which makes me go a little over-generous with my usage.
I’d go as far to say that this is now a permanent fixture (France trips and stock permitting) in my beauty routine, and makes a lovely companion to my Clarins Gentle Exfoliating Toner (exfoliate tone first then hydrate with serozinc).
A French Pharmacy must have for any writing a wish list.
Have a wonderful Tuesday- I’m off to the library then on to go blonder at Daniel Hersheson Harvey Nichols followed by the BeautyMart beauty blogger event- conveniently just downstair from the hairdresser 🙂
Is anyone else going?
Have you tried Serozinc before? Please leave a comment if so- would love to hear your thoughts!
love Tijan xxx
I have literally just requested a friend bring this back for me from paris. must. try.
Isabel @ Walk of Fashion
Let me know how you get on with it! x
Aaah I love this too, although I never go to France so buy from the UK instead. A blogger bought from a french site (farmaline I believe?) and got slapped with a £30 customs charge! I wouldn’t risk it! I’ve reviewed it on my blog and have the UK seller on there if you want to read it http://daisy–meadow.blogspot.co.uk/2013/06/la-roche-posay-serozinc-my-holy-grail.html xx
Oh dear! No I wouldn’t risk buying online. Luckily between myself, friends and my family I always have someone going to France to bring back just as I’m running out. And it’s less than 10 euros there! My skin would not be happy if I ever ran out. Will give your post a read 🙂
Have read great reviews on this too! Jus found this on a French Pharmacy website (http://www.leguidesante.co.uk) But 🙁 its not in stock, have emailed them asking when it will be back!
Ahh that’s annoying. Fingers crossed it will come back soon and you can give it a go 🙂
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After reading this blog post, my friend announced that she was going to Paris this weekend with her hubby, so I quickly asked her to get me a few can’s of Serozinc, which are now in her posession *happy dance* – so will let you know what I think after getting my hands of them 🙂
What perfect timing! I just stockpiled a few more bottles as I’m in France atm- feel a little hoarder-esque! Let me know how you get on. xx
Really, really love this toner! I just love how it’s so much easier to use since you don’t have to faff about with cotton pads and fingers – loved reading this 🙂
Shaunyland
I’ve seen so many people raving about this lately, so I was pretty shocked to find that it only cost 6€ in my local pharmacy. Definitely a bargain! And it’s GREAT for sensitive skin as well. If you read the recommend uses on the back they save it’s great as a toner for oily skin, preventing razor burn, and diaper rash. If it’s gentle enough for a baby’s bottom, it’s gentle enough for any skin type. Love it!