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Bioderma.
Bioderma Reviews by a doctor
French brand founded in 1977. Inventor of micellar water (1991). Eleven products analyzed across six ranges - Sensibio, Sébium, Atoderm, Cicabio, Hydrabio, Photoderm - with their BeautyDecoded scores and real user feedback.
11
Products analyzed
105
User reviews
4,53
Average score /5
1977
Brand created
Further information
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What sets the brand apart
L'ecobiology - a coherent formulating philosophy.
Founded in 1977 by Jean-Noël Thorel, Bioderma has built each formula around one principle: the skin has its own defense mechanisms (skin microbiome, acid pH, lipid barrier). Cosmetology must support these mechanisms, not bypass them. In practice: gentle surfactants that respect the hydrolipidic film, physiological pH 4.5-5.5, exclusion of alcohol and preservatives that disrupt the microbiome.
01
The skin microbiome at the heart of formulas
The cutaneous microbiome is the set of microorganisms that physiologically colonize the skin. epidermal staphylococcus, the main commensal bacterium, produces antimicrobial substances that combat pathogens. Disrupting it with aggressive cleansers or alcohol increases vulnerability to skin infection and inflammation.
02
The invention of micellar water (1991)
A micelle is a spherical nanostructure made up of surfactants: hydrophilic head + lipophilic tail. In water, they organize themselves into spheres that capture greasy impurities (make-up, sebum, pollution). no rubbing, no alcohol, no rinsing required. Bioderma has spent years optimizing the selectivity of its micelles for sensitive skin.
Editorial reading
«Bioderma's ecobiology is a biologically coherent formulation philosophy. We don't soothe sensitive skin by assaulting it with strong active ingredients - we support it by letting it recover its natural mechanisms. This is precisely what Sensibio formulas do.»
Formulatory deciphering
The science of Bioderma micelles.
Three types of micelles, three distinct selectivities. The difference can't be seen - it can be measured on sensitive, atopic skin.
| Micelle type | Structure | Action on the skin |
|---|---|---|
| Sensibio H2O | Skin lipid-specific surfactants | Make-up, impurities - without altering the hydrolipidic film |
| Sebium H2O | Identical + Sebum-reducing Fluidactiv | Make-up + excess sebum + qualitative standardization |
| Generic micellar waters | Identical structure, less selective surfactants | Same action - lower skin selectivity |
Range mapping
The six Bioderma ranges, each its own target.
Organized by skin profile: each problem has its own specific formulation philosophy.
| range | Main target | Formulating philosophy |
|---|---|---|
| Créaline / Sensibio | Sensitive, reactive skin | Ecobiology: respecting the microbiome and natural defenses |
| Sebium | Oily, combination and acne-prone skin | Fluidactiv: normalize sebum quality (not just reduce it) |
| Atoderm | Dry, atopic and eczematous skin | Lipid biomimetics: reconstituting intercellular cement |
| Cicabio | Injured skin, post-treatment | Active repair: accelerating epidermal regeneration |
| Photoderm | Sun protection for sensitive skin | High tolerance: stable filters, tested for reactive skin |
| Hydrabio | Dehydrated skin | Aquagénium patent: stimulating cutaneous aquaporins |
Overview
The 11 products analyzed, at a glance.
Ranked by descending BeautyDecoded rating. One polarizing product at the bottom of the table (Créaline Défensive Sérum).
| Product | Note | Opinions | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Créaline Erycontrol Cream | 5,00/5 | 5 | ~15 € - TOP anti-redness nugget |
| Atoderm Intensive Balm | 5,00/5 | 2 | ~15 € - TOP for atopic skin |
| Atoderm Intensive Gel-Cream | 5,00/5 | 3 | ~18 € - TOP reactive oily skin |
| Hydrabio Mist | 4,77/5 | 11 | ~10 € - Oily skin mist |
| Hydrabio Gel Cream | 4,69/5 | 8 | ~18 € - Light moisturizer N-G |
| Cicabio Restor | 4,67/5 | 3 | ~14 € - TOP repair (sensitivity +2.0) |
| Créaline Foaming Gel | 4,65/5 | 20 | ~10 € - TOP for sensitive oily skin |
| Photoderm Aquafluide SPF50+ | 4,50/5 | 2 | ~20 € - SPF tolerant for sensitive skin |
| Créaline Micellar Oil | 4,22/5 | 38 | ~14 € - TOP premier nettoyant |
| Sebium Pore Refiner | 4,00/5 | 3 | ~18 € - Fluidactiv dilated pores |
| Créaline Defensive Serum | 3,55/5 | 10 | ~25 € - Polarized opinions, questionable formula |
Note on BeautyDecoded reviews. The ratings and review excerpts displayed come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Review volumes vary (from 2 to 38 depending on the product) - please interpret the ratings taking into account the statistical base.
Family 01
range Créaline / Sensibio - sensitive skins
The flagship range. Four products based on ecobiology and respect for the microbiome - from make-up remover to serum, with an anti-redness nugget and a polarizing product.
First cleaner
TOP - First make-up cleanser
Créaline Micellar Cleansing Oil
Micellar oil based on light sunflower oil esters and gentle emulsifiers. The micellar oil format is most effective on oily make-up and water-resistant sunscreens - where conventional micellar waters show their limitations. Dry skin score 84 and normal to dry skin score 91 - optimal profile. Oily skin score 0 - to be avoided on very seborrheic skin.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
0
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
0
Sensitive skin
+0,3
Anti-aging
37,4
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.25). The absence of fragrance and alcohol, combined with Bioderma's micellar selectivity, makes it a relevant option even for reactive profiles.
«Créaline Micellar Oil is Bioderma's best first cleanser for normal to dry skin wearing make-up or resistant SPF. Sensitivity score +0.25: no skin contraindications. Oily skin score 0: strictly excluded from this profile - opt for Sébium H2O instead. Emulsifiers allow for clean rinsing without residual film - an advantage over pure plant oils».»
User feedback
«Effective and good value for money. No greasy effect after rinsing.»
«Does not sting the eyes, removes all types of makeup very well.»
«Transforms into milk on contact with water - top texture. Removes all types of makeup perfectly.»
«Double cleansing for combination skin: ideal as a first step. Fair price.»
Verdict - TOP. Optimal first cleanser for resistant make-up. Sensitivity score +0.25. Avoid on oily skin (score 0).
Mild foaming cleanser
TOP - Sensitive oily skin
Créaline Foaming Cleansing Gel
Ultra-gentle surfactants (plant-derived alkyl polyglucosides) with light foaming action without destroying the hydrolipidic film. Oily skin score 78.4 and normal to oily skin score 91 - optimal profile. Sensitive skin score +0.25 - perfectly suited. Compatible with sensitive oily skin, a rare profile to satisfy with a foaming cleanser.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
57,4
Oily skin
78,4
Normal to dry skin
78,4
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
+0,3
Anti-aging
12,8
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.25). Score 4.65/5 out of 20 reviews - exceptional for a cleanser. Validated for daily use on sensitive oily or combination skin.
«Créaline Gel Moussant is Bioderma's best-positioned cleanser for sensitive oily or combination skin - sensitivity score +0.25 and normal to oily skin score 91. User score of 4.65/5 exceptional for a cleanser. Use as a second step in the double cleansing routine after Créaline Oil if make-up is used. Dry skin score 57.4: usable but less suited to very dry profiles. »
User feedback
«Must-have - cleanser for all skin types. Very comforting for sensitive skin.»
«Perfect for the past 6 months for my dry skin.»
«Perfectly suited to my oily, sensitive skin. Leaves my skin soft. Finally found the right cleanser.»
«Perfect for normal to dry and very sensitive skin.»
Verdict - TOP. Reference cleanser for sensitive oily skin. Sensitivity score +0.25. Rating 4.65/5 out of 20 reviews.
Anti-redness cream
TOP - Anti-redness nugget
Créaline Erycontrol Soothing Cream
Soothing cream for skin with redness and dilated vessels: Portulacaria extract (anti-redness), glycerin, vegetable squalane. Dry skin score 84 and normal to dry skin score 91 - optimal profile. Sensitive skin score +0.25. Perfect BeautyDecoded rating (5/5 out of 5 reviews) - exceptional signal confirming unanimously positive feedback.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
63
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
73,5
Sensitive skin
+0,3
Redness
25,5
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.25). No contraindications. Light buttery texture and optimal tolerance for blotchy skin.
«Créaline Erycontrol is the hidden nugget in the Bioderma catalog. Perfect score (5/5) out of 5 reviews, sensitivity score +0.25, anti-redness effectiveness confirmed by users on vascular rosacea. Affordable price (€15) for a quality light buttery texture. A relevant option for profiles with chronic redness or early-onset couperose. Complementary to Sensibio AR for profiles seeking moisturizing concomitant with anti-erythematous action».»
User feedback
«A nugget. Skin with dilated vessels and redness on the cheeks: in my top 3. My redness is reduced.»
«Buttery, non-greasy texture reminiscent of Augustinus Bader - but at a price without comparison.»
«Excellent cream. Buttery texture, perfect formula for sensitive skin. I regret that it only comes in a large tube.»
«Good moisturizer, good value for money. Light protective finish. Perhaps insufficient for very dry skin.»
Verdict - TOP. Perfect 5/5 rating. Little-known anti-redness nugget. Sensitivity score +0.25. Light buttery texture unique at this price.
Sensitive skin serum
Polarized opinions - test before adoption
Créaline Defensive Serum
Formula combining glycerine + biosaccharide gum-1 (humectants), carnosine (anti-glycation, collagen protection), vitamin E (fat-soluble antioxidant), tetrapeptide-10 (stimulates dermal-epidermal junction proteins) and sage polyphenols (anti-inflammatory). Score for dry skin 84 and normal to dry skin 91. Sensitive skin score -0.50 - slight algorithmic caution.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
56
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
70
Sensitive skin
-0,5
Anti-aging
25,5
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution recommended (score: -0.50). Consistent with user feedback: many report unexpected irritation or greasiness. The presence of squalane may be poorly tolerated on certain reactive skins.
«Sérum Défensive partially disappoints - score of 3.55/5 and slightly negative sensitive skin score (-0.50) for a serum positioned precisely on this profile. The active ingredients are interesting (carnosine, tetrapeptide-10), but the formula with squalane and fragmented HA may not be suitable for all sensitive skin types. Test on a small area before using. For profiles that tolerate it, it is useful as routine support in addition to a corrective active ingredient.»
User feedback
«I really like it - I use it before my moisturizer as a replacement for my AH serum in winter. Richer and more moisturizing.»
«Very gentle, moisturizing and soothing. Calms redness very well.»
«Irritates my skin. I'm disappointed - I don't know if it's the squalane or the fragmented HA. Too bad.»
«Too greasy - persistent greasy feeling on my skin. Not repurchased.»
«Warning: contains squalane, not suitable for all sensitive skins.»
Verdict - Low score (3.55/5) for a serum for sensitive skin. Interesting active ingredients (carnosine + tetrapeptide-10) but polarizing formula. Test before adopting.
Family 02
range Hydrabio - dehydration
Two products for normal to oily skin seeking light hydration without excess. Aquagénium patent for aquaporin stimulation.
Gel-cream moisturizer
Light moisturizer N-G
Hydrabio Gel Cream
Light-textured gel-cream: mannitol (moisturizing sugar), xylitol, rhamnose. Normal to oily skin score 91 - optimal profile. Dry skin score 56 - insufficient for very dry skin requiring more occlusion. Airless tube format - a real hygienic advantage, preserving active ingredients from contamination and oxidation.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
56
Oily skin
56
Normal to dry skin
77
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
-0,8
Anti-aging
41,6
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution recommended (score: -0.75). User rating (4.69/5 out of 8 reviews) positive overall - lightness, no unpleasant fragrance, good daily moisturizing.
«Hydrabio Gel Crème is the Bioderma cream for normal to oily skin looking for light hydration without excess. Its normal-to-oily skin score of 91 and non-sticky gel texture make it a solid routine base. Dry skin score 56: insufficient for dry profiles requiring a richer cream. Disadvantage reported in reviews: the cream can be difficult to extract at the end of the tube.»
User feedback
«For 3 years in the evening: really moisturizes my skin. Part of my routine.»
«Very good all-day moisturizing. No unpleasant fragrance. Convenient airless tube.»
«I can't live without it. Moisturizing without mattifying. Freshness on application.»
«Very light and pleasant gel but doesn't moisturize my dry skin enough.»
Verdict - Light moisturizer for normal to oily skin (91). Hygienic airless packaging. Insufficient for very dry skin (score 56).
Dermatological mist
Oily skin mist
Hydrabio Mist
Dermatocosmetic mist: Bioderma water + mannitol + xylitol. Score for oily skin 84 and normal to oily skin 91 - optimal profile. Dry skin score 0 - strictly contraindicated for this profile (mist without occlusive film on dry skin can accentuate dehydration through evaporation).
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
0
Oily skin
84
Normal to dry skin
0
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
-1,8
Imperfections
72,3
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution recommended (score: -1.75). Paradoxical for a mist positioned as soothing - probably linked to its mineral salt composition. User feedback (4.77/5 out of 11 reviews) is positive despite this algorithmic score.
«Hydrabio Mist is suitable for normal to oily skin as an after-rinse anti-scaling mist or daily freshener. Dry skin score 0: strictly contraindicated - risk of paradoxical dehydration through evaporation without an occlusive film. The user score (4.77/5) is better than the algorithmic score would suggest. Excellent quantity/price ratio (300 ml at ~€10).»
User feedback
«Excellent mist for removing limescale residues after rinsing. Soothing effect on sensitive skin.»
«Good soothing mist. No tightness after use.»
«Good hydration despite the «not recommended» recommendation on my profile. No bad reactions.»
Verdict - Relevant mist for oily skin (91). Dry skin score 0: contraindicated. Anti-scale useful after rinsing.
Family 03
range Atoderm - atopic skin
Biomimetic lipids + ecobiolin (microbiome enhancer). Two references: rich balm for atopic skin, light gel-cream for reactive oily skin.
Ultra-soothing balm
TOP - Atopic reference
Atoderm Intensive Balm
Biomimetic lipid formula : ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids in a ratio that reproduces the natural intercellular cement deficiency in atopic dermatitis. Complemented by’ecobioline - Bioderma patented active ingredient reinforces the beneficial cutaneous microbiome and limits colonization by golden staph, a key pathogen in outbreaks.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
84
Oily skin
0
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
0
Sensitive skin
0
Redness
28,9
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: 0). Oily skin score 0 - formally contraindicated for this profile (very rich formula). Redness score 28.9 - relevant for redness associated with atopic flare-ups.
«Atoderm Intensive Baume is the Bioderma reference for atopic skin. The combination of biomimetic lipids + ecobioline acts on both the barrier and the microbiome - two complementary mechanisms of atopic dermatitis flare-ups. For atopic children: indicated from infancy onwards, tested on pediatric skin. Ecobioline is a real formulation innovation: by selectively reinforcing beneficial bacterial strains, it acts on the microbiological cause of flare-ups rather than just on the symptoms. »
User feedback
«Severe atopic skin for years: a must-have cream for years. Calms redness. A must-have.»
«This whole range is great. Super efficient.»
Verdict - TOP. Reference for atopic skin. Biomimetic lipids + ecobiolin (microbiome). Suitable from infancy onwards. Sensitivity score 0.
Cream-gel for reactive oily skin
TOP - Catalog surprise
Atoderm Intensive Gel-Cream
Light gel-cream with reduced lipid base: Bioderma thermal spring water +. niacinamide + glycerin. Oily skin score 84 and normal to oily skin score 91 - optimal profile. Redness score 76.5 and blotchiness score 76.5 - the highest in the Atoderm catalog. Anti-ageing score 80.75 - surprising for an Atoderm gel-cream, consistent with the presence of niacinamide.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
64,4
Oily skin
84
Normal to dry skin
64,4
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
+0,8
Anti-aging
80,8
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.75) - excellent for an Atoderm gel-cream. Fills a gap: reactive oily or mild atopic skin that needs a light moisturizer without the rich film of classic Atoderm balms.
«Atoderm Intensive Gel-Crème is the surprise product in Bioderma's catalog. Its anti-aging (80.75) and redness (76.5) scores far exceed those expected of an Atoderm gel-cream, thanks to niacinamide. Sensitivity score +0.75 and oily skin score 84: the best Bioderma cream for reactive oily or mild atopic skin. Perfect score (5/5 out of 3 reviews). Use as a buffer after retinoid or pure vitamin C consistent with the presence of niacinamide.»
User feedback
«Very good light body moisturizer, penetrates well without a greasy film.»
«Ideal for summer - gel-cream with no greasy feel. No fragrance, I use it on my face before sports.»
«Very good gel-cream after retinoid or pure vitamin C. Calms any irritation. Excellent value for money.»
Verdict - TOP. Catalog surprise: anti-aging 80.75 and redness 76.5. Sensitive oily skin (sensitivity +0.75). Ideal buffer after retinoid.
Family 04
range Cicabio - skin repair
Active repair copper + zinc + sucralfate. The product with the best sensitivity score in the Bioderma catalog analyzed.
Repairing cream
TOP - Sensitivity +2.0 (record)
Cicabio Restor
Repair formula : copper + zinc (local antibacterial activity), sucralfate (protective occlusive film retaining moisture for healing in moist environments), glycyrrhizic acid (anti-inflammatory derived from licorice). Dry skin score 91 - optimal. Redness score 68 - relevant for post-treatment irritation.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
91
Oily skin
42
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
70
Sensitive skin
+2,0
Redness
68
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +2.0) - the best in the Bioderma catalog analyzed, and an exceptional score across all catalogs. Confirms formulating excellence for reactive profiles in the repair phase.
«Cicabio Restor is the Bioderma repair cream with the best sensitivity score in the catalog (+2.0). Its copper/zinc/sucralfate profile is comparable to Cicalfate+ Avène, with a slightly less occlusive texture - an advantage on areas exposed during the day. Ideal use: post-dermatological treatment, chapping, irritation, infant eczema. Oily skin score 42: texture too rich for oily skin».»
User feedback
«The Dr recommends this cream for dry skin. Helps reduce redness. Avoid in the morning or before make-up (greasy film).»
«Repairs damaged skin perfectly. I also use it for my babies» eczema."
«Slightly sticky texture but well absorbed by the skin.»
Verdict - TOP. Sensitivity score +2.0 (exceptional). Active copper/zinc/sucralfate repair. Comparable to Cicalfate+ Avène, slightly less occlusive texture.
Family 05
range Photoderm - sun protection
High-tolerance sun protection for sensitive skin. Assumed limit: no Mexoryl 400 filter (long UVA).
SPF50+ for sensitive skin
SPF tolerant N-S
Photoderm Aquafluide SPF50+
SPF50+ to fragrance-free photostable filters. Sensitive skin score +0.15 - suitable for sensitive skin. Dry skin score 78.4 and normal to dry skin score 91 - optimal profile. Oily skin score 45.5 - usable, but potentially oily finish reported in reviews.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
78,4
Oily skin
45,5
Normal to dry skin
91
Normal to oily skin
77
Sensitive skin
+0,15
Anti-aging
12,8
✅ Sensitivity verdict
Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.15). A relevant option for profiles that cannot tolerate conventional filters. To be tested on highly reactive skin.
Long UVA limit. This SPF does not contain the Mexoryl 400 filter - no protection against long UVA rays (380-400 nm). For maximum protection against deep photo-aging, the’Anthelios UVMune 400 La Roche-Posay remains the specific benchmark for this criterion.
«Photoderm Aquafluide is the Bioderma SPF best suited to normal to dry sensitive skin (sensitivity score +0.15, normal to dry skin score 91). A relevant option for profiles that cannot tolerate conventional filters. The presence of a potentially irritating filter reported in one review should be noted - without precise identification in the comments available.»
User feedback
«Fluid, easy to apply. No greasy effect, no white spots. Currently testing with vitamin C in the morning.»
«Inexpensive and very effective sun cream. Absorbs well, doesn't feel greasy.»
Verdict - SPF tolerant for sensitive skin (sensitivity +0.15). Optimal profile for normal to dry skin. No long UVA protection.
Family 06
range Sebium - oily skin
Fluidactiv active ingredient: unique qualitative approach to sebum normalization. Represented here by the Pore Refiner.
Pore corrector
Fluidactiv dilated pores
Sebium Pore Refiner
Assets Fluidactiv (qualitative normalization of sebum) + light film-former (reduces the appearance of pores in the short term) + zinc. Oily skin score 84 and normal to oily skin score 91 - optimal profile. Dry skin score 18.9 - contraindicated for this profile. Fluidactiv acts on the quality of the sebum produced - making it less comedogenic - rather than simply reducing its production.
Scores BeautyDecoded
Dry skin
18,9
Oily skin
84
Normal to dry skin
39,9
Normal to oily skin
91
Sensitive skin
-0,6
Imperfections
0
⚠️ Sensitivity verdict
Slight caution recommended (score: -0.6). This qualitative approach is smarter than simple mattifiers. The immediate visual effect on pores (blurring) fades over the course of the day.
«Sebium Pore Refiner is relevant for oily skin looking to reduce the appearance of pores with the active ingredient Fluidactiv - a qualitative approach unique to the market. Expectations must be calibrated: gradual attenuation, not immediate removal. Dry skin score 18.9: to be formally excluded from this profile. BeautyDecoded rating 4/5 out of 3 reviews - low statistical base, moderately positive feedback.»
User feedback
«I love this product as a base before makeup. Normal to slightly dry skin in winter.»
«Does the job in 1 month: doesn't completely erase pores but visibly diminishes them.»
«On my shiny T-zone: I didn't see much difference after regular use.»
Verdict - Fluidactiv (qualitative normalization of sebum). Oily skin only (dry skin score 18.9). Progressive results.
Category comparison
Bioderma vs Avène vs La Roche-Posay : when to choose which one.
Three benchmark marques dermo-cosmetics from France. Each has its own strong points for specific needs.
| Criteria | Bioderma | Avene | La Roche-Posay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gentle cleansing | Sensibio H2O - reference | Avene thermal spring water | Tolériane Dermo Cleanser |
| Atopic skin | Atoderm + Ecobioline | XeraCalm A.D. | Lipikar AP+M |
| Skin repair | Cicabio Restor | Cicalfate+ (+ occlusive) | Cicaplast Balm B5 |
| Long UVA (Mexoryl 400) | Photoderm (Mexoryl 400-free) | Avene Solar (Mexoryl 400-free) | Anthelios UVMune 400 |
| Anti-stain | Sensibio Défensive (light) | Hyaluron Activ B3 | Mela B3 (tranexamic acid) |
| Oily skin / acne | Sébium + Fluidactiv | Cleanance | Effaclar Duo+ |
Putting it into practice
Typical routines according to skin profile.
Four protocols based on the Bioderma catalog. Dermo-cosmetic approach: tolerance first, correction second.
Sensitive - reactive
Skin sensitive - reactive
Morning
Créaline Foaming Gel · Photoderm Aquafluide SPF50+
Evening
Créaline Foaming Gel · Créaline Erycontrol (if redness) or Hydrabio Gel Cream
Atopic - eczema
Skin atopic
Morning
Atoderm Foaming Gel · Atoderm Intensive Gel-Cream - SPF tolerant
Evening
Atoderm Foaming Gel · Atoderm Intensive Balm (or Gel-Cream for oily, atopic skin)
Post-processing - repair
Post-treatment
Morning
Créaline Oil (if make-up) - Créaline Foaming Gel · Cicabio Restor - SPF50+
Evening
Créaline Foaming Gel · Cicabio Restor
Oily - imperfections
Skin grasse
Morning
Sebium H2O · Sebium Pore Refiner - SPF50+ light
Evening
Sébium Foaming Gel · Atoderm Intensive Gel-Cream (if reactive) or Sebium Global
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need really know.
What's the difference between Sensibio H2O and a generic micellar water?
Bioderma invented the format in 1991 and has spent years optimizing the selectivity of its micelles - they capture impurities without altering the natural hydrolipidic film. Generic micellar waters work on the same principle, but with less selective surfactants. On normal skin the difference is negligible. On sensitive or atopic skin Bioderma selectivity makes a measurable difference.
Is the Atoderm range suitable for atopic babies and children?
Yes - Atoderm is formulated for the whole family, from infants to adults. The formulas have been tested on atopic pediatric skin. L’Atoderm Intensive Balm is particularly suitable for mild to moderate flare-ups. For severe flare-ups of atopic dermatitis, a pediatric or dermatological consultation is still necessary.
Cicabio or Cicalfate+ Avène: which to choose?
Both are excellent repair creams (copper + zinc). The Cicalfate+ Avene is slightly more occlusive - preferable for very dry skin or highly exposed areas. The Cicabio has a slightly more fluid texture and a higher sensitivity score (+2.0 vs +1.30 for Cicalfate+) - more comfortable on exposed areas during the day or under make-up.
How to integrate Defensive Serum into an active routine?
Sérum Défensive is integrated as a first layer before a more concentrated active ingredient (retinol in the evening, vitamin C in the morning). Its carnosine and vitamin E create a favorable cellular environment. But at 3.55/5 out of 10 reviews, Test on a small area first - the squalane formula may not be suitable for all sensitive skins.
Why doesn't Photoderm have the Mexoryl 400 filter?
Visit Mexoryl 400 is a filter patented by L'Oréal (the group that owns La Roche-Posay), covering long UVA rays (380-400 nm). It is therefore not available in other marques products. For maximum deep anti-photo-aging protection on this criterion, Anthelios UVMune 400 remains the benchmark. Photoderm Aquafluide remains an excellent SPF for sensitive skin.
Ecobiolin and the skin microbiome: fad or real science?
Real Science. Visit skin microbiome has been an active area of research since the 2010s, with solid data : golden staph is documented as a key pathogen in atopic dermatitis flare-ups. Reinforcing beneficial strains (S. epidermidis) rather than sterilizing the skin is a scientifically validated approach. L’ecobioline by Bioderma is a logical next step.
What is the BeautyDecoded application?
BeautyDecoded is an application that helps you choose cosmetics adapted to your skin type thanks to the’INCI analysis. The application analyzes formulations and generates compatibility scores for 80 skin types. It does not constitute a medical consultation.
Further information
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