“Paris is perfect. Paris during the Olympics!? Pure magic,” Sophia Bush captioned her latest Instagram post. The 42-year-old actress isn’t just captivated by the sporting events; she’s also clearly on a beauty mission. As revealed in her photo gallery (see: slide six), the former One Tree Hill star took the opportunity to stock up on her skin care must-have: the A313 Vitamin A Pommade from a French pharmacy.
A313 Vitamin A Pommade boasts a rich, creamy formula designed for nighttime use. Its star ingredient is Vitamin A (retinol), praised by celebrity facialist Joanna Czech as “one of the most beneficial vitamins for the skin.” The allure of retinol lies in its anti-aging prowess. According to New York dermatologist Dr. Julie Russak, “Retinol and its derivatives are the most effective ingredients in delaying and reversing the process of skin aging.” The ingredient speeds up cell turnover, shedding old, dull skin cells to reveal a fresh, radiant complexion.
What makes A313 truly stand out is its powerful formulation, featuring a high concentration of retinol and three types of retinol. With around 0.1 percent retinol, this amount surpasses most over-the-counter options in the States, which generally range from 0.01 percent to 1 percent. The product certainly isn’t a stranger worldwide; it’s a favorite among countless celebrities and beauty lovers alike. Earlier this month, Sienna Miller professed her love for it in an interview with Harper’s Bazaar. “This is a really fantastic secret” she said of the product. “Alexa Chung told me about it because she’s got the most amazing skin, and it’s described as ‘the French girl secret to great skin,’ so we all need that.”
While you can find A313 in most French pharmacies, securing it in the U.S. usually means navigating international online retailers. But here’s some good news: Walmart carries it directly from the manufacturer.
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A313 Vitamin A Pommade
But that’s not all we spotted in Bush’s overflowing tote. She also treated herself to several tubes of the very-luxe Marvis Toothpaste. Though it’s Italian rather than French, it’s also a vanity favorite. The brand’s retro-style tubes add a touch of sophistication that easily outshines your everyday drugstore toothpaste. Plus, its refreshing Whitening Mint flavor is a favorite of many. (FYI, Drew Barrymore is a fan, too.)
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Marvis Whitening Mint Toothpaste
