What is retinol?
In this article, Dr. Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder of ALAENA, deciphers how retinol works, its benefits, its drawbacks, and why the Anti-Imperfection Solution is emerging as an effective natural...
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3 Moisturizers Developed by Our Dermatologist That Will Transform Your Skin
Basic yet essential, moisturizer is at the heart of our beauty rituals. Discover our three moisturizers formulated by our dermatologist to address different skin concerns.
Dry and dehydrated skin: causes and effective solutions
In winter, blood vessels constrict, and blood is directed primarily toward vital organs to warm the body. The skin receives less water and less sebum, becoming drier and more tight...
Facial redness: causes and effective solutions
Pourquoi le visage rougit-il ? Rougeurs passagères ou permanentes, sensations de chaleur, vaisseaux visibles… Le visage peut rougir pour de multiples raisons. Parmi elles, la rosacée est une cause fréquente, liée...
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...
3 reasons to adopt the Summer Garden Radiance Balm
Inspired by Galen's Cerate—a cosmetic preparation used for thousands of years—Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder of Alaena, created this balm to nourish and repair even the driest skin. Discover 3...
Summer bestsellers, selected by our dermatologist
Discover the ritual based on high-quality natural active ingredients formulated by Dr. Sylvie Peres
Meeting with Olivier Granet, artistic director of the Domaine de Gaztelur
Can you introduce yourself? Born in Bordeaux and adopted by Biarritz for 11 years, I am curious about everything, passionate about fashion, design, architecture, decoration and floral art. After my...
How to prolong your tan? Advice from our dermatologist
After sun exposure, the skin needs to be hydrated and regenerated. To brighten and prolong your tan, it's important to take care of your skin by adopting a few essential...
Travel size: take your essentials with you everywhere
Discover the range's best-selling travel-sized items. The perfect size for discovering the brand or taking your essentials with you wherever you go.
How to remove dark circles under the eyes?
What causes dark circles under the eyes? Dark circles under the eyes result from several factors, often related to blood circulation or skin pigmentation . Hollow dark circles , for...
How to do a body scrub?
Why do a body scrub regularly? Body scrubbing , when practiced regularly and adapted to your skin type , plays an essential role in maintaining healthy, supple and even skin....
The Alaena Paris Spa celebrates its first anniversary: a scientific and sensory odyssey to the heart of life
ALAENA celebrates the first anniversary of its Paris Spa, a space where dermatological science and the intelligence of life combine to create innovative and natural treatments.
How to Apply Eye Contour? - Alaena
Did you know that the skin around your eyes is four times thinner than the skin on the rest of your face? Between external aggressions (UV rays, pollution, etc.) and...
Les Bassans, the new Fontenille Collection showcase opens an Alaena Spa
We are pleased to announce the opening of the ALAENA Spa in the heart of the latest Fontenille Collection boutique, the Hôtel des Bassans, in Perros Guirrec, Brittany. Discover our...
Meeting with Johanne Defay, Olympic champion and future mother
The first French surfer to establish herself permanently at the highest international level, Johanne Defay built her career in a demanding environment, where women often face more obstacles. In this...
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...
How to incorporate sunscreen into your routine?
Discover in our latest article, Dr. Sylvie Peres' advice for incorporating sun care into your beauty routine.
Meeting with Virginie De Vinster
An explorer at heart, Virginie de Vinster shapes her world nourished by travel and encounters. For several years, she forged her vision across West Africa, in contact with weavers, dyers,...
Rosacea: What is the link with the intestine and how to treat it?
Rosacea is much more than just a problem with facial redness. This chronic, often misunderstood condition hides a much more complex reality where our skin, our immune system, and even...