the summer stack

Paris has entered into an earlier-than-usual sizzle season. Heat is high, AC is scarce, and words like gonflée and jambes lourdes take on new meaning when temperatures approach the 40º mark. (that’s 104 º to our Fahrenheit friends).

With a few refinements in skin-prep products and the right practitioner on your side, summertime can transition from insufferable to nicely spicy, with your highest health (and silhouette) in mind.

Below our favorite seasonal soins (and secret spots) du jour.

TRONQUE IONIC

DRY BRUSH

What on first glance feels like a torture tool becomes quickly addictive for smoothing the back of your legs, thighs, booty and arms. Tronque calls it the ‘energy brush’ due to ultra-fine, ion-charged copper bristles that naturally generate negative ions through gentle friction. Great for circulation, puffiness, blood-flow, cellulite and exfoliation. Pair it with your iced matcha to kick-start the day.

Victoria Delorée “Drain & Sculpt” Treatment

If bloating, cellulite and heavy legs are what ails you, a visit to Victoria’s if you-know-you-know Montmartre studio is your first stop. Victoria approaches each soin from a holistic point of view, examining both lifestyle and nutrition factors for tailored treatments that serve you now and cumulatively over time. You’ll leave lighter, brighter and absolutely wanting to come back.

Charlotte Muller MINI PEMF MAT

Charlotte Muller has unveiled her latest PEMF creation for more localized, on-the-go-wellness combining long-wave infrared, pemf and crystal therapy.

(Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field) targets areas of living tissue over a short duration of time, with benefits including increased circulation, decreased inflammation, muscle recovery, mental clarity as well as stress reduction and pain management. The Mini Mat offers 9 proprietary programs covering energy, detox, bloating and sleep, with a convenient travel case that travels lightly, easily (and chicly). A summer must-have to combat jet-lag puff.

LUCIA POPa BROWS

Makeup may melt, but good brows hold their own, and no one knows brows in Paris like Lucia Popa. She combines finesse, artistry and a natural finish above all else, to help you achieve the “I woke up like this” magic. Even in the highest of temps, her brow-work makes us feel put together even if it’s the only thing we’re sporting (in addition to SPF, bien sûr).

Her planning fills up quickly, so follow her instagram to stay in the know for upcoming events and rendezvous openings.

IRÄYE Eye Revive Cream With Lymphactive™

IRÄYE is the first topical skincare line to encourage optimal lymphatic drainage from the outside-in. The eye revive cream targets the root cause of puffiness, dark circles and loss of firmness in the delicate eye area, while its serum-like texture is smooth and absorbs instantly. Elegant under makeup and friendly for even the most sensitive skin.

The Lymphatic Brush DUO by Cecily Braden

These (often copied never replicated) globally patented brushes are designed to gently move the lymphatic fluid just beneath the skin’s surface, revealing more vibrant, functioning, healthy skin. The key is connection, never pressure - think of it as ‘clearing the clutter’ so that vital nutrients can flow freely, while reducing puffiness and swelling and leaving only a bright, sculpted effortless glow.

CAUDALIE VINOSCULPT BODY CREAM

While it may seem counterintuitive to put on a thick cream in the midst of summer, the Vinosculpt Lift & Firm Body cream melts into the body for a more toned and firmed derrière. 96% users reported tighter skin, and with its roster of natural ingredients, Vinosculpt is suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women as well.

MERIT MINIMALIST

When the moment calls for your best face forward but the idea of foundation is unfathomable, Merit’s Minimalist is the perfect medium between concealer-esque coverage and a lighter tinted moisturizer. Apply directly on face and brush outward for a finish that is both subtle and even, while letting your skin breathe.

SEPTIÈME FRENCH LAUNDRY HAIR MIST

This Scandi-created, Paris-born hair mist is the perfect companion when a wash and blow-dry are completely off the table. French laundry refreshes, detangles, revives and styles, while gently cleansing hair from product residue, build-up and pollution … no rinse required.

It’s a must on the vanity when it’s not yet wash-day, but you don’t want to go to bed with Reformer hair.

Share with us your summer faves below ~

stay hydrated!

Blair