I singled out the Vichy Aqualia Thermal line as the one for this purpose, and I as went to get some products already the day after, I think I can now safely review them.
Aqualia Thermal Serum: As we know the entire line of Aqualia Thermal is built on the technology of micro-diffusion of precious hydrating "capsules" containing fortifying minerals to strengthen, soften and smoothen skin by thorough and constant deep moisturizing. You see with adequate and high quality moisturization our skin naturally becomes smoother, softer, more plump and of a better tone. The hydro fluid texture of the serum promises to be velvety and to enter skin flawlessly in a few seconds. And I must say that is exactly what it does. It is a very pleasant serum that leaves no residue whatsoever, but leaves the skin feeling and looking fabulous due to its extra concentration of moisturizing, mineral goodiness. It has a very faint scent, and comes in a hygienic and practical 30 ml pump bottle. I use it every evening, and I do so with great results. Being formulated for sensitive skin this is by no means aggressive and it does do a great job. Therefore I can only recommend it.
Aqualia Antiox Pro-Youth Antioxidant Hydrating Fluid: At first I wanted to get the "plain" Aqualia Thermal face cream, but this is actually even better! It is a super light fluid that contains not only the strengthening minerals, but is also enriched with pure citrus poliphenol that has an anti-oxidant effect on the skin and makes it not only soft and pleasant to the touch, but also luminous, velvety, even in the tone (skin tone) and it smoothens out the first fine lines (by a delicate but constant exfoliation). It smells lightly of citrus fruits, and absorbs into the skin without any residues leaving behind nothing else besides fabulous skin. It does contain SPF 12, but I do mix this in the mornings with enough drops of La Roche Posay Anthelios Extreme Fluid Extreme SPF 50+ Tinted version (which I am using since April, and really need to get around to the review) to get adequate protection for the day. In the evening it goes on top of the Aqualia Thermal Serum but sinks in easily just the same. Serious results are promised after 15 days of regular usage, but I must say certain effects of this serum+fluid cocktail of mine did show immediate results (like an incomparable softness with a very light feeling all over). After having used it for two weeks, I can also confirm the other results. My skin always looks fresh, smooth and has an even tone, much more so than before.
Now this fluid does have one particularity though. It is by no means a tinted fluid. It will not cover any sorts of spots, and it really does not give color, but still it does contain a very light dosage of pigments that are supposed to fit all skin tones (since they become literally invisible after application). What they do is, that when your skin already is in a great condition from the citrus poliphenols, it adds just a little extra to the effect optically. But bear in mind, your skin really does need to be in near perfect condition for you to get away with this minimal amount of tint. I am almost there, but not just yet. Still, I am close enough not needing the Lush 'Jackie Oates' pigments anymore!
Aqualia Thermal Roll-On for Eyes: A very light hydro-gel following the Aqualia Thermal concept, making your dark circles and eventual under eye puffiness go away, besides getting rid of any fine lines due to dryness with a good, deep moisturizing action. I must say I do not have huge dark circles or any kinds of bags under my eyes to begin with, so maybe that's why I am satisfied with this item. It leaves my delicate under eye area soft and smooth, it is very refreshing and not greasy by any means. What is a bit faulty here is the packaging. You see the roller ball part is all plastic. It does not roll smooth like its metal counterparts usually do, and it does not give the same cooling effect. Heck, most of the times the ball does not roll at all. But I did find a simple solution! I simply squeeze the tube a bit harder, so some of the gel sips out at the sides of the ball. That way I can then easily even it out with the ball, even if it is not moving. This might be a turn off for many of you, but me personally, I do not mind too much.
I must say I am very happy with these products and the results they give me. I am also most likely not returning to the supermarket for my skin care anymore, as the pharmacy is so much more suitable, and I did not even pay a fortune. For the three products, my total was 63 EUR, and I think that is fair for three items of a pharmaceutical caliber. The textures, sensation during use and the results are in any case a completely different dimension from supermarket level products, no matter how good they might be. I mean let's face it, after 30 some extra care and attention is needed to keep things pleasant.
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