The new Alaena Cosmetics headquarters
Villa Sion in Biarritz is home to the new headquarters of Alaena Cosmétique, a work and living space to accommodate the Alaena Cosmétique team. Renovated by the Gardera-Pastre architectural studio,...
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The Christmas wishlist of Anne Peres, co-founder of Alaena
Anne Peres, co-founder of Alaena, shares her Christmas gift ideas... Photo credit: Sandrine Iratçabal A soap and soap dish duo to decorate your bathroom. Handmade in small batches, Cassandre calls...
Treat yourself to a spa moment at home with our Christmas gift boxes
The Expert box, a complete facial care ritual: The Alaena Expert set consists of cleansing oil to gently rid your skin of makeup and impurities. Fruit acid peeling , a best-seller...
My legs feel heavy, what should I do? Advice from Dr. Sylvie Peres
Explain to us what the phenomenon of heavy legs is It is a sensation of heaviness, an unpleasant, even painful burning sensation in the lower limbs, which can be accompanied...
New: Toning Massage Oil
This massage oil complements the minimalist Alaena ritual and is designed for athletes to provide muscle stimulation and recovery. Thanks to its fluid texture, it spreads easily and is ideal...
Meeting with Charlotte Leonardi
Dive into the world of Charlotte Leonardi, a photographer at heart and inspiring woman.
I have pregnancy mask, what should I do? Advice from our dermatologist
What is the pregnancy mask? The pregnancy mask, also called chloasma or melasma in medical jargon , is a hyperpigmentation of the skin on the face . It appears in...
Alaena on the menu at Villa Belle Plage, the Art Deco hotel & spa on the French Riviera
A contemporary and authentic living space, the Hotel Belle Plage revisits the serene charm of the Côte d'Azur. Located at the foot of the Suquet district with a unique sea...
I have acne while pregnant, what should I do? Advice from our dermatologist
As a dermatologist, I often see pregnant women in consultations with their skin, which is fragile and less beautiful than usual, and which may be affected by acne. Discover the...
Meeting with Marion Guillet
Marion is one of those wonderful encounters, one of those we encounter along the way who makes the Alaena adventure even more beautiful. An inspiring, curious, and committed woman, Marion...
5 steps to avoid rebound acne after summer
When exposed to the sun, the epidermis thickens to protect itself from UV rays. This leads to obstruction of the sebaceous glands and sebum retention. The skin then becomes smoother...
Meeting with Amaya Gomis, artistic director of the Queen Classic festival
Can you introduce yourself? My name is Amaya Gomis, I'm 30 years old, I was born and raised in Biarritz. I'm an artistic director in audiovisual production and at the...
The summer suitcase of Dr. Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder
A dermatologist for over 25 years on the Basque coast and the creator of all the formulas in the Alaena range, Sylvie Peres reveals her summer suitcase.
The summer suitcase of Anne Peres, co-founder of Alaena
What products do you always take with you? I always have in my travel toiletry bag the Mango & Avocado Soap, the Sensitive Skin Moisturizer, the Anti-Blemish Solutions and of...
Donostia: discover our good addresses
To start the day We head to Kafé Botanika, located along the Urumea River. The café-restaurant offers world cuisine inspired by travel. They cook with local produce from an agro-ecological...
Micellar waters: why avoid them?
For fear of applying oil to their face, many people turn to micellar waters, wrongly... Explanations.
Hotel Mendi Argia, Donostia
Founded by Nikola and Gixon, brothers from Guernica, the Mendi Argia Hotel is nestled atop Ulia Hill. A magical place that has captivated architects and designers Andrew Trotter and Mari...
Lena Baltazard, ceramist in Guéthary
Lena Baltazard lives in Guéthary, in the Basque Country. Originally from Sweden, she settled there 20 years ago in her workshop/shop attached to her house, in the heart of the...
Combination and oily skin: what beauty routine should you adopt?
Dr. Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder of Alaena, answers our questions about combination, oily, and acne-prone skin and shares her tips for finding a gentle, natural beauty routine that works...