Avene Skin Care Products : Treat Your Skin to the Healing Waters 

The origin of Avene is centered around a legend dating back to 1736 that describes the healing powers of the Saint Odile spring, found in the Languedoc Roussillon region of southwest France .

The legend states that a horse with a horrible skin disease was released to wander the mountains because the skin disease had no cure. However, the horse stumbled on the Saint Odile thermal spring, and after drinking from it and rolling in the waters, was cured.

Now, Avene is home to the Avene Hydrotherapy Center and produces a variety of Avene skin care products centered around the unique healing properties of the Saint Odile spring waters.

About the Company

Pierre Fabre is not only from the Avene region, but owns Pierre Fabre Laboratories, which is one of the largest French pharmaceutical companies. Mr. Fabre began restoring the Avene Hydrotherapy center back in 1966 in order to bring it and the surrounding area back to life, and in 1975, he purchased the center.

By 1989, Pierre Fabre Laboratories had created a complete line of Avene skin care products centered around Avene spring water because Mr. Fabre wanted to share the amazing skin care benefits of the water with the world. Today, up to 4,000 patients can be accommodated at the newly expanded Avene Hydrotherapy Center , and Avene products can be enjoyed by everyone around the world.

About the Ingredients

The spring water from the Saint Odile thermal springs makes its way through the Cevennes Mountain over 40 years before reaching Avene. This unique journey through the mountains gives the spring water its unique mineral properties that make it the key ingredient in Avene skin care products.

Avene has conducted over 300 clinical research trials to ascertain the medicinal properties and how they can best be applied to help skin problems. The spring water found in all Avene products is full of silicate, which helps calm and soften skin. Avene products also have a low NoCl or mineral salt content that is ideal for treating sensitive skin.

About the Products

Avene products are ideal for all skin types, from normal or sensitive skin to those suffering from psoriasis. Specifically, Avene's Akerat Psoriasis Skin Cream was created to effectively combat localized areas of psoriasis anywhere on the body. Akerat Psoriasis Skin Cream should be applied to rough and scaly psoriasis patches to both relieve itching and flaking, as well as prevent future occurrences. This Avene product will help the skin retain moisture and is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic so that any skin type can benefit from regular use.

Another popular Avene product is the Retrinal + Cream which, in addition to the Saint Odile spring water, contains retinaldehyde- a potent form of vitamin A- and the patented pre-tocopheryl- a type of vitamin E. Retrinal + Cream is perfect for those concerned about smoothing out wrinkles, evening skin tone, firming the skin, repairing sun damage and giving skin back its luster.

Avene skin care products will help fight the signs of aging and can also help those with skin problems, like psoriasis, enjoy be

Avene Skincare Products

Avene is a line of skincare product developed with sensitive skin in mind. To this end,  Avene skincare products are rooted in dermatology and hydrotherapy. We all know that water is an essential part of any effective skincare regimen. It is of course indispensable when it comes to bathing and cleansing, and making sure to drink enough water throughout the day is important. Skincare and water knowledge converge in Avene thermal spring water. Thermal spring water is naturally mineralized spring water with a composition suitable for therapeutic use. The French National Academy of Medicine recognizes these health-promoting natural traits as beneficial to maintaining epidermal moisture levels. The soothing and softening properties of Avene thermal spring water make it ideal for the care and management of sensitive skin. It is an essential ingredient in the  Avene skincare line. With daily use of Avene products, you'll rejuvenate dehydrated skin and reap the benefits of anti- aging skin care without having to resort to expensive and ineffectual wrinkle cream. DrSkinSpa carries a wide selection of avene skincare products.

*Glytone and Avene products are formulated to be sold through physicians in conjunction with professional skin care direction.