Update: I've put together a free PDF guide called 7 RULES TO TIMELESS STYLE, to help you build your style in a more timeless way - because I find that French women are masters of this skill. You can request the free guide here: www.justineleconte.com/timeless 😘
What I learned from Scandinavian women: simple is elegant What I learned from German women pragmatism conveys confidence What I learned in this video from a French woman: subtle is beautiful, but mystery is irresistible.
When I was about 15 I read a '20 Questions' type interview with a very glamorous woman (I can't remember who!) and she didn't answer the question about which perfume she uses because 'a woman should have her secrets', and I thought it was the most elegant thing in the world. I took it to heart so much that I'm a little shocked at the idea of a woman announcing what she uses :p
Here in México you don't even have to ask for beauty secrets, people tell you right away. The dialogue would go something like this: -Your skin looks so good! -Thx, I use X thing, it worked wonders for me.
While I love all the advice on here, and I naturally follow it, I must say that I really love how you ended #5 - "I have small teeth? No, I have a big smile". This is so important. I think we, too often, zero-in on the things we do not 100% like about ourselves... why not see the positive in it? You've inspired me to put a post-it on my screen - "Small/squinty eyes? No, they are smiling eyes". Merci de Montréal!
One thing I love that I’ve learned from Justine is the French philosophy of embracing what makes you unique ... not just slathering make-up all over your face to make you look like someone else. She has inspired me to see my rosacea more as a “healthy flush” and less as “hideous patches of redness.” ♥️
I definitely agree with all the advice given in this video! However, as someone who struggles with acne, I take care of my skin very meticulously and still have bumps and irritation. I think most people withe acne know a lot about skincare because we are very conscious of it. A lot of you tubers with clear skin often equate taking care of your skin to having clear skin and that is not always the case!
Taylor E Absolutely! It can take decades of trying new products and experimenting to get it under control. I have always struggled with acne and have friends that don't even use spf and have perfect skin. Clear skin isn't always a result of a great skin care regiment and we stll need to cover. It starts getting a little annoying when people say "just cleanse everyday! "
For people that have acne well into their 40's it's usually hormonal. However some times it is a product that is an irritant that they didn't think of like a shampoo or hairspray that caused the acne in the first place.
I've discovered most of my skin problems are related to food. I get lumps and bumps on my chin and jaw area from too much wheat. I get little whiteheads on my forehead from dairy. I get horrible red pimples around my mouth if I eat too much sugar. Eating very clean keeps my skin clean and clear. The only problems I get from skincare products is if I use something with silicone, or wayyyy too much glycolic acid (like 3 times a day) can cause breakouts.
Taylor E it might be what you're eating. My acne has cleared up tremendously but I now go to a dermatologist to keep it that way. I don't think you'll be disappointed if you start seeing one 🙂
I was shopping in the UK the other day and a young French woman was in the shop. She asked questions about the fabric a top was made from, and turned it inside out to look at the stitching. I immediately thought of you and your video on quality of clothing over quantity. It was so nice to see.
I am so glad that you mentioned the 'no foundation' bit. Hailing from a country like India where the only makeup most women tend to use is kohl and lipstick (if you're fancy), it pains me to see how so many women from other places using foundation every single day because they feel uncomfortable in their skin. So thankyou for putting forth this message about body-positivity!
River Slant The only time I use foundation is when I’m either going out, or to a job interview. The rest of the time I use a light moisturiser for my skin type and follow a cleansing routine. I turned 55 last month (November) and still get told I look at least 10 years younger.
I do not wear foundations I just wear primers blusher a bit of bronzer I know where the primer just spackle champagne by Laura Geller love it and I love blue mascara because it shows my beautiful blue eyes off
I am so endlessly happy, and thankful, that you actually stress that cosmetic surgery is a no-no. To refuse cosmetic surgery is a classy act indeed, and it shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone that it is the classiest French women, like yourself, who speak out against it. You seem to never compromise your confidence and self respect while giving fashion and beauty advice, and this is an art that few youtubers/bloggers can master. Your videos are informative, you are charming and you seem so genuine, and you have helped me with my style more than anyone else.
It is so nice to see this philosophy on beauty. In America, it’s always about “looking younger”. Correct me if I’m wrong, but it seems that your philosophy is just to look your best. To embrace your natural beauty. To be yourself. I love that!
I love the fresh classy French look! I also like hearing you promoting women embracing their natural beauty and staying clear of cosmetic surgery and the other overly invasive strategies! There's so many reasons to not go that direction and good reasons to focus on how to focus on skin and gently enhancing one's natural beauty!! Thank you Justine! You are lovely!
Justine, I truly enjoy all of your videos! I am 52 yrs. old and use no foundation. I just practice great nutrition, hydration, physical activity, and rest...all of which I find is not the trend in my American culture. Thank you for your emphasis on just being the best version of one's self as possible.
Yes, that is a photo from a few months ago....thank you both so much! I am stunned by your compliments. I have recently cut my hair...oval face, any hair lol! It grows extremley fast, so i switch up often.
+Cindie McReynolds You are extremely lucky not to use foundation.....I practice great whole food, organic nutrition, constant activity as I do not use a car (my feet or my bike instead) 10hrs sleep every night.... I have lovely hair (even though I say it myself !!) BUT = I have livid scars after a road accident in my teens (I am now 55) & people stare if I don't cover the scars.... I will never be free to go without make-up !
Artlover I am so sorry you suffered such a horrible accident as a teen! My youngest daughter has suffered terribly with cystic acne, and now in her 20's has extensive scarring, in spite of procedures to minimize the damage. Our culture is so hard on women. You sound energetic, vital and amazing....which tells me you are beautiful!
How very sweet of you....I can, of course, empathise with your daughter & you are so right = women are scrutinised cruelly in most cultures ( I am a Brit; often living in France too) ...It is our fate, unfortunately !!! All best wishes to you, & your daughter....I am sure she will have strength in life as there are many things she will find to take precedence over beauty !
Artlover I have found that those things which seem to take precedence over beauty, actually create the most authentic, intense form of beauty! Take care as well!
@@justineleconte Can you please tell me what brand and number or colour of nail varnish you are wearing? I love it! I would very much appreciate it. Thanks a lot.
I would add 2 more: Don't smoke and keep consumption alcohol moderate. Both of these can cause premature aging and health problems later on in life. Just my 2 centimes...
@@MaggieTheCat01 my family in France (I live in the US) still talks in Francs, not the old, old ones but the ones just before the Euro. I have to use the currency converter on my phone because they confuse the daylights out of me. LOL
It is a compliment and there is nothing weird about that:) She has beautiful hands. Long fingers, nicely shaped and they caught my eye the first time I found Justina on TH-cam:)
viginie It's not a weird compliment at all, but I understand because it's not a part of the body that we typically focus on. I always notice a person's hands and I am sure this is partly due to the influence of having a mother who is an artist. I agree with the comments. She does have nice hands; she keeps them well-manicured and she always has her nails painted.
I just discovered you Justine few days ago and I can't stop watching! :) I'm Polish, living in UK and I keep on noticing how much more similarities there are between French approach to beauty and Polish one, when the UK one is rather on the opposite side. Especially here where I live, in the South East. I've always been thought by both very stylish - my Mum and my older Sister to wear delicate makeup (eyes or lips rule), take care of skin, moisturise etc. Effortless look has always been the go to one.. After moving to UK however, I'm seen as that weird girl from Poland, who doesn't make effort - and yes, here it is a bad , bad thing! I am trying to brush my hair everyday but haven't given in to using straighteners ever day (!!) or wearing full face, heavy, doll-like makeup. Thank you so much Justine, watching your videos keeps me secure and feeling good being my very self :)
I think it could be a generation thing. I'm from the UK and born in 1974. I've only ever worn foundation a handful of times in my life, and that would have been on a night out. I just never liked it. I only ever wore eyeshadow, bit of brown kohl and brown mascara (I'm a redhead so black doesn't suit me...and I think the natural earthy look suits my colouring better). My sister whose father was Indian, was born seven years later and has worn foundation for ever! My 26 year old daughter used to wear foundation very often but has stopped using it pretty much completely in the last few years. She has always had an older head on young shoulders though 😄
I'm British born but I know just what you mean! Many British women have this endless obsession with fake tan, foundation, heavy make-up, chemically processed and ironed hair, and fake chemical perfumes that make me feel like vomiting. Many also love leopard print and cheap fabrics. Not me at all. I am sure that some people would criticize me for not making enough effort. But I believe that simple and natural is chic and beautiful.
My son in law is from France hasn't been in States long, his parents came to states for 3 months ( him & my daughter had baby) his mom was EVERYTHING you speak of she was a designer in her youth in France very simple & elegant, I'm learning French & she's learning English but some how we understand each other, I'm now in love with French culture & style it's so clean & crisp.
In my country (The Dominican Republic) women go to the salon at least once a week to get their hair done. It's like a religion 😁Also, manicures and pedicures every couple of weeks. We use a lot of home remedies for hair and skin (honey, molasses, coconut oil and milk, oats, etc.). A lot of body wraps to slim down too. People don't have too much money, so we get creative and use what we have on hand, and it works 😊
Hi Justine! Your dedicated subscriber here :) so, i am from the country Georgia, and here we use a mix of modern skincare products, together with our grandma's secrets: when i was little, i remember she always used to put some oils on face and walk around the house like that all evening, which at the time i thought was super weird! But now i think she was a genius :) and i follow her tricks :using eggs as hair and face mask; oils like almond, olive, and castor for various purposes... Also, i remember she always used to tell me : gently swipe your eyebrows upwards with your fingers - i think it was for massaging and also to look more awake and fresh faced, when you do that... Also, we regularly keep full our fridge with various homemade cubes of frozen herb waters and use in the morning. Oh and i almost forgot: we use a lot of aloe for various purposes, such as treating irritations or even drinking its disgusting juice for clear skin and PH level balancing :)
Here in Norway, I hate to say it, but being fit (not thin!) is SUPER important. It's pretty much a reflection of you saying, "I love my body and I want to keep it strong and healthy for a long time." While we understand if someone has wider hips, fat settles in one area, etc, we still expect that you do your best to be healthy. The body positivist movement from America did not go over very well here, at least where I live and what I saw in the media.
that's amazing! the US is not an example for absolutely anyone and glorifying fat is really the worst current ever. I think we all agree not all beauty is beautiful. Go Norway!
@G L that is horribly put and contrproductive message. Bodypositivity has nothing to do with "glorifying fat" and shame hasn't yet made anyone healthier
Would love to know your nail routine. Are they your natural nails or acrylics and if they are your natural nails, how do you care for them? Your videos are just fabulous!
I generally roll my eyes at fashion videos, because I feel like I'd rather spend time being creative and making things, than concerning myself on how other people think I look...but...this video was really good! I appreciate how you touched on the need for us to take some time to enjoy our cleansing and bathing routines, and to disconnect for awhile. I love that you talked about no injections, no surgery, just proper hydration and cleansing. Very nice :) Thanks for offering a good, realistic video!
I really love how you mentioned you should use regional version, because I am indian and we do have regional versions which are more beneficial for us rather than the marketised publicised oils in ads by Western companies. Love your videos a lot.
I love this video. I recently stopped wearing heavy make-up and am constantly told I look younger. All I use is a tinted, moisturizing sunscreen for faces, a good mascara and lipstick. If I want to glam it up a bit, some eyeliner. I think the imperfections I was trying to cover (a scar on my nose and my crows feet) are LESS visible without the heavy foundation and concealers. Now people notice my eyes instead of the intricate eye make-up and the mask of foundation.
Thank you! Lovely hearing advice that can useful to a middle aged frump! My grandmother (1919-2015) who was a very classy English lady and had a great admiration for French women, would give me some of this advice, i.e. rather than spending on make up, have a facial every few weeks, less is more, choose colours that flatter you, not colours that are fashonable, and so on... And my mother's favourite expression, to explain attractive people was that they were 'bien dans leur peau'...
Bonjour Justine! Je suis Québécoise et je veux simplement te dire merci pour tes capsules vidéos que je trouve très intéressantes et instructives. J’adore les visionner.😁👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Tu es fantastique, tu possèdes une belle personnalité! Good job!🤓🇨🇦
I used to have breakouts and unclear skin for years. After watching this video and really getting into french skincare and beauty (benzoyl peroyxide also helped), my skin hasn't been the same and I look better at 35 now than I did two years ago. French skincare for the win!
I'm in the Netherlands. Here women will gladly tell you their beauty secrets if you ask them, but at the same time pretend it's not big deal to them. There is a slight taboo on caring a lot about your appearance, so when the topic is addressed, we usually try to address it as briefly and nonchalantly as possible and then change the subject, lest someone might think we're too invested in our looks.
I resonate with your comment "Be a great version of yourself". I agree with enhancing our natural beauty. No need to repeat the 80's ( with a putty knife & trowel full of cosmetics) to fill in the cracks. You have a great smile...& I have eyes that show sincere depth. Bravo!
We drink a lot of water in the American desert Southwest, where I live. But a Parisian friend told me that she doesn't drink as much when she is in Paris because there are few free public restrooms! Which is fine for guys, but not so much for ladies. Also, my adult acne is partially genetic; my grandmother and my twin sister both have had it, so even as I'm in my forties, going completely without foundation is not gonna happen. Natural as possible, but not completely naked.
I actually think Paris is a city with more than your usual number of public restrooms! I see public toilets on the streets everywhere and you can always pop into a cafe to use theirs too....
I have acne rosacea, I came across an article that said those who have adult acne age slower as in wrinkles don't come as quickly as those without acne problems, so even though we have acne that is one upside to it !
Thank you for #5! I live in the US and everyone is obsessed with plastic surgery, injections, veneers, etc... I wish we could be more like the French and accept ourselves the way we are.
You know, it’s actually kind of strange that such surgery has become so widespread at this particular point in time. Very few women make their career off their looks these days. They get ahead the same way men do, with their talent and hard work.
Hello, Minnesotan USA gal here again. In the US I think beauty standards vary much more than they do in other countries because of all the diversity in culture, ethnicity, and location. My family's main beauty concern was cleanliness though. You always need to look clean and tidy to look beautiful. Hair freshly brushed, hands freshly washed, and no strong smells/perfumes. Water is a similar beauty booster tip here too though!
Caitlin Dancing Hi! US southerner here! Georgia by way of Alabama. I was also taught that being "presentable" meant cleanliness and good hygeine as a kid. clean nails, clean hair, etc. but to some, it means wearing a full face of makeup and heels. I think it just depends on your style and what you like! I'm a very very casual person so showering and slathering on sunscreen is usually all I bother with!
Pearl - I am a Southern woman, too. In my family the tradition is to be fastidious about skin and hair care. When our young girls become young women, we take them for a skin care lesson. This is usually at Merle Norman Cosmetics boutiques. It is a rite of passage to welcome them into womanhood and celebrate their femininity! They grew up learning to take care of their skin as children (our sons, too!). But there's a big difference between caring for a child's skin and now caring for a young woman's skin. Foundation and quality skin care products are used to protect that beautiful cleansed complexion - never to hide it. But my grandmother had flawless skin and used only Ivory soap on her face, and Jergen's lotion as her moisturizer...and a wide brim sun hat and gloves when she worked in the garden. She grew everything she ate. Her only cosmetic was Angel Face powder in a compact. She died at 96 feisty, robust years old and was absolutely gorgeous. Our women are known for that "peaches n' cream complexion" for this reason and others - like clean living, clean eating and having a very powerful faith. They all flow together, don't they? When you live intentionally, beauty is the result. It never has to be the goal.
The beauty standards of locations are based on the background cultures of the areas. Ex Minnesota was settled by mostly Scandinavians - lots of Norwegians. So Norwegian practices of dress and hair and makeup carry on generations later. In the south, women were generally from either elite European families or very poor so again the extremes of types- very made up or not made up at all play out. The girls that wear Lilly Pulitzer and Jack Rogers and do their hair and nails vs the ones that wear athleisurewear and put it up in a bun etc.
@@prayerharvest My mom was an Alabaman southern belle and she took me to Merle Norman also. Was the right of passage, since they taught you how to take care of your skin, in which I do to this day. I'm 55, and people mistake me for me in my 30's.
I love france. The food, art, fashion and everything. I love that French people enhance their real beauty instead of changing or hiding or criticizing it.
My fav rule is #1 "Do not brush your hair too often. definitely not every day..." It's brilliant! My life will never be the same now)) ha ha. Love love love you, Justine! So happy I found you ) Thanks for generously sharing your beauty tricks with us! God bless you!
I had terrible skin when I was young. I learned to keep my hands off my face and it made a huge difference. I'm 57 and have given up almost all makeup. I darken my eyebrows and occasional blush. I don't like the way I look with make up now. Wish I stopped the makeup years ago. My skin is so nice now. Great tips and loved this video. Thanks for taking the time to do these videos. I love learning about other cultures, especially everyday routines of everyday people.
Merci Justine, so pleased to have found your youtube. I have been living in France for nearly 8 years now and I LOVE the approach women have here. Not only with your own routine, but how lovely it is to see mothers passing these down to their daughters. :) I was quietly pleased on a recent trip back to the UK, and catching up with a friend I hadn't seen for years. She said ' wow you look amazing - you look really....French'. eh beh voila!
As a 36 years old french woman, I smiled at the end of the video because yes...I actually do have secrets ! I will share my skin routine if asked, because I have been struggling with breaks outs for decades and it's all about sisterhood in this war....( My secret weapon is a daily dose of Aureocyde/Aureomycine cream, one day over two for each cream ) But Fragance is a whole other story. If one considers fragrance as a signature, one does not like it to be copied ^^. I believe that the "Signature Fragrance Quest" for French women is about knowing themselves and their uniqueness, and showing it by a unique, personnal smell. Therefore, most of the French women I know simply hate to wear similar fragances. For exemple, in my twenties, I waited years to wear "Mademoiselle Coco"by Chanel, only because one of my friends was wearing it...
in Britain there is almost a guilt factor attached to self-pampering. Buying more costly products is seen as self indulgent,even though the cheaper version doesnt even work and is a waste of money.
P Heart i agree with that, all through this video I was thinking about how a British approach to beauty (if we can say there is one) is pretty different to the french way, in many aspects. There's certainly less of the putting lots of work into your beauty regime and keeping it secret, it's much less secretive, and there's less emphasis on luxury/designer stuff and being sensual. Just my impression.
I was in the drugstore yesterday and could not bring myself to “waste” $8 on the very cheapest brand of micellar water, even though I have found it to work wonderfully on my face. Sigh. However, I do spend $40 every 4 months on an eyelash lengthening serum - I loathe wearing mascara. So I suppose I do sometimes indulge myself.
Hi Tina, what is the brand of eyelash serum you use? I hate mascara and I hate the false eyelashes look too, however I have very short lashes and never found anything that works.
I am not French, but I do most of those things you talk about in this video. I try to keep my hand clean and never touch anything in public places including public transportation... for that I use paper napkin. Yes, it's good to have antibacterial wipes or gel, but I have noticed that it's very bad for skin even if you used it ones a day... sometimes I wish we could wear elegant gloves like in the old days.🤗😉
Kate Monster well, when its cold weather it's much easier to follow this trend. But in the summer it's almost impossible... today fashion and style in clothes doesn't really go with it. Unless you wear a retro dress.😜
acer.b well, if you don't mind to share your place where you buy them it will be nice to know.😉 I hope you don't talk about those gloves that is used for manicure.😂 Just kidding.😜😁
You talked about thermal water in one of your videos (not shure if it's this) and I did a research. I just bought an Avène and I'm so in love with it! You have no idea how you've changed my life in so many ways with your videos, because I was never a confident person (really low self-esteem) and your tips, the way you talk, everything just makes me want to embrace myself and make the best with my body.
I carry a can of evian spray for my face and mist all day long I'm almost 70 and hardly any wrinkles plus less and less makeup face it my mom taught me to care for your skin first and I did grow up in paris
Yes, apparently some people use a fine most of it to set make up. It's a great product to use in th heat or when exercising/ pregnancy or menopuase. Lasts absolutely ages. It's so lovely when people share their beauty tips for others. As not everything works for everyone, but sometimes you can give something a try and see if would benefit you.
As someone with 4c (I think?) hair, I learned this in middle school when I starting doing twist outs and braid outs. In fact, I don't brush my hair at all anymore except for my edges if my hair is up. I only detangle with a wide-toothed comb while/after washing.
Here in India there is an whole array of 'traditional' ingredients.. Like turmeric, milk, chickpeas etc which have been passed on from generations and honestly work extremely well!
I’m Chinese, skin care and hair care are extremely important in my culture. Routine visit to hair salon for a hair mask, blow dry styling, coloring are very common. We also try our best to protect skin from the sun. However, minor cosmetic surgeries are also more popular, micro bladed eyebrow, grow fake eyelashes on the real eyelashes are common
As a French woman who has never lived in another country, I really love your French serie, it makes me more aware of my own culture :-) There is also quite a lot of things you say that I don't recognize at all, but I don't know if it's due to my own impressions or to the differences between Paris and others areas in France (I've never lived in Paris either :p)
I am from Syria, beauty habbits in my country depends on how much sophisticated and self confident you are, the higher you go on that scale the more natural you look and vice versa.. but in general most women do cosmatic surgeries, especially, to hide aging marks
Hello Justine. I want to thank you for sharing your creative space. I really loved your grand mother's carpet, specially that you take care to preserve it. For me, my grand mother made each of her grand kids a quilt, so all cousins have a quilt that we talk about when we talk about grand-mama. She has pass away in the 80's, but those quilts live on. We will pass them on to our children. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Justine, I was born and raised in Russia, currently living in America. French women beauty secrets are quite popular here. However, "messy hair" or "I just woke up like this" is not one of my favorite looks! I prefer my hair smooth, nice and shiny with a lot of movement. Thanks very much! P.S. Can you make a video on lingerie and how French women look at that??
Kadriya Kudyakova I did notice when I first came to the US that everybody has this incredibly smooth hair with big, big volume. It was nice at first but soon became boring and tacky, especially after witnessing some American girls spending hours in the morning, blowing and ironing and curling their hair and put on all kinds of hair products, I decided that's too excessive and pretentious for my taste. It's fresh to see French women's natural beauty attitude.
This made me laugh! I have *dead* straight hair (so straight it won't hold a curl); and because I rarely use a hair-dryer it's in pretty good condition ... so it _looks_ like I spent hours ironing it -- but I didn't! (though most people think I did). No problem with the volume, but how nice a wave would be...even just a little!
Sinnergism tie your hair a lot or make bun hair a lot and you get wavy hair. My friend who had a straight hair since she was born and did those two things, her hair change wavy forever
As I watch your videos I realized as an African American woman I have a lot in common with the French women way of life. I agree with the dress code, eating habits, and using discretion when talking about my beauty secrets. I used to feel bad about that but I personally never felt comfortable and telling someone how to achieve a look that I have searched and worked hard to create especially when it's yelled out in public. I want to visit France more now than ever I feel like I would be very comfortable.
I learned so much in my time in Paris. This is reminding me of all of the good stuff I've forgotten! Thanks for these lovely videos, Justine. Even just really focusing on my skin routine -- oils, masks, and (always) lots of SPF-- makes such a difference.
Dear Justine, usually, I rather listen to old ladies (about 70-100 years old), as they have kept their beauty despite losing their youth (it's very easy to be beautiful when you're young, I find, I mean, almost your entire being works in favour of your looks such as your metabolism and flexibility of the skin and so forth) and have their beauty come from confidence and self-love, but you teach me good, valuable things, and in such a friendly way, too, that it makes it very enjoyable to learn from you! Merci beaucoup :) Keep up the good work, please, I'm sure you're enrichening a lot of people's confidence and how they value themselves. I sure feel a lot better after watching your videos and having gained new information I can use to make myself comfortable in the only skin I have. Take care and stay golden! Sincerely yours, Lorena Alicia
Wow, I'm an accidental French woman :D in that I do most of those things already :) So important to take care of your skin. There's no amount of makeup that can substitute that. Thank you so much for your video! xoxo
I’m from Colombia and I have to say: I’m happily amazed about how much my beauty style is just like French beauty style. My skin is far away from perfect and yet I do not use foundation or powder. I just hate to see ALMOST EVERY SINGLE GIRL in America changing their faces completely. I know everyone has different tastes but for me... I think it looks very cheap! However, a simple and minimalist look is always elegant. I love how confident French women are ♥️ Thank you for these videos babe. Now I understand better your culture when it comes to beauty not to mention art and history, my favorite parts of French and Italy.
I know, but you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find the prince haha. I love the tips. I love that the French don't feel the need to change their face to look like everyone else. The only tip I don't really understand is not telling anyone your secrets. It seems kind of petty.
I'm American, and my father was the one who had a skincare pamper routine for the morning and the evening, when he returned from work. He used fairly simple products, but he gave himself a facial daily. People think I have naturally perfect skin, but they don't see all of my products, nor the receipts. Yes, sunscreen all year! 👍🏾
I love the fact you encourage the basis of tending to the SKIN as most important. The better the skin...the less you rely upon colorants. Natural is always...best. I find it odd how some American women will dole out serious coin for something available at the chemist. Brava to you Madame!
Thank you, Justine, for saying that foundation is not a necessity. I use a tinted sunscreen, concealer, blush, and a wisp of loose powder. Since I have increased my skin care regimen by adding masks and facials, the sunscreen seems to be all I need. Good skin care is priceless!
+enterprisebaby yes, it's not easy not find the system or product combination that works with your skin, but once you have it, you can really see the difference!
I was thinking this morning: where is my video! If I knew years ago that I wouldn't be "the crazy" in France for not brushing my hair daily like I am in the US, it would have been easier to stand the comments from all the girls here. Since I was a child I never liked to brush daily my hair, just wash it, let it dry and brush it when it's necessary. In fact, my hair got a lot of split ends when I brushed it constantly. I liked this video very much.
So nice to watch you! I'm from Montreal, (so, French Canadian, Québécoise) , and a lot of women here actually do follow most of these tips!! I NEVER wear foundation, and I always try to look nice and natural... Overdoing it is never a good idea!
I don't really see a point in keeping your beauty tips secret, but at the same time it's not always useful to ask other people what they do. In my opinion it's mostly because there's usually so much more than just products that make another person look bomb. I can tell what eyeshadow I wear, but if you can't apply it like a trained makeup artist (which I am), my advice is gonna be of no use to you. I'll name my favourite perfume, but since every person has different body chemistry, most likely it won't be the same on you as it is on me. I'll tell you what my haircare routine is like, but do you have the same hair texture as I do? Do you see what I mean?
I honestly like the last tip 😊. It makes sense and it's not selfish. We're just used to being given everything we want to a degree. It also makes us and others be more careful of what we put on our own skin and it won't be our fault if it reacts to someone else's skin
justine, i just discovered your page. as an american with english and irish heritage, i am a french culture neophyte. your english is beautiful and i appreciate your wonderful advice. merci beaucoup!
Another great video! I so enjoy your content! These tips will be very helpful for me to start now. I've mentioned before that I'm American in NE Ohio. I grew up in the 80's watching my mother put on her makeup or my grandmother if I was spending the night at her house. Of course, you know in America, we tend to have a heavier hand and experiment with colors. What I learned from my mom and grandma is that you never leave the house unless you are made up. So, I was very self conscious about that even when I lived in NYC and wanted a quick run to get coffee in the morning. Now in my mid-thirties, I've toned it down quite a bit using only neutral tones. I find it hard not to use eyeshadow or do a full face, especially with a hooded eye. I tend to use more makeup in the winter when I am very fair (English and French heritage on my mother's side). I've never been one to use foundation. It just feels too heavy on my already sensitive skin. So, I've always just used a loose powder to spot conceal, then blush, eyebrow color, eyeliner, mascara, lip liner and gloss or lipstick. Now that is summer and I have a tan (Lebanese heritage on my father's side), I pretty much use just concealer, blush, mascara, eyebrow filler and lip color. Never been a fan of some of these instagram looks. That to me is just way too much makeup. These young girls have beautiful skin to start with and/or freckles and then they cover it with thick yellow foundation. Makes no sense to me. I can appreciate the art of it, but just too much for me personally.
I should say that I falsely learned from my family not to leave the house without makeup. :) It's also a very "Southern" thing...and we live in the North! lol Hoping I get to the point where I am confident leaving the house without it :) I love your videos, such good teaching! Best wishes, Justine!
Selah Beauty Atlanta, GA here & I hate makeup. All those chemicals age the skin. I stopped wearing it about 20 years ago & began getting facials every 6 weeks. (Algae & collagen masks everytime & invested in natural high quality skin care) I'm 49...but don't look a day older than 35. But I do LOVE my brow & lip colors, which make my face pop w/ naturally strawberry blonde curly hair. ❤ Oh, did I just share a beauty secret or two? Well, this southern belle says it's very rude not to share. 😊
Oh my goodness! I love everything you have said here! We Americans make things way too complicated. I am very inspired to tame down my routine and enjoy it more. Thank you!
One poet and philosopher from my country ( Serbia) used to say that the French woman is the ideal woman : awesome in beauty, smart and is able to be the best lover and friend - it is true
The last year i have discover the 10 steps Korean women follow for cleaning and hydrating the skin . it is amazing i totally recomend that! Once again thank you Justine for your videos!
I was shocked when you said to not comb the hair everyday!! I try not to comb too much but I still do it everyday... I can't leave it because it will look like a haystack if I don't. I cannot pull off the messy hair- don't care look
I don't brush or comb my hair everyday either, especially if I am at home and not going out. Sometimes I just smooth the top part to flatten stray hairs and leave the bottoms uncombed. It helps keep my hair from breaking and it doesn't go frizzy (I have curly hair).
WOW! Josephine, I have found my ticket to Paris, YOU! Thank you for sharing what we sisters need to know about living LIFE Parisian-style - something we all long to do but were born elsewhere so we thank you for taking us on this journey. I will be looking at all your uploads in next couple days. Thanks again. Ciao! Shari
so true for the bare skin...I am French, I live in the USA but merely wear foundation. I wear bb cream. I see the difference but others don't see that I wear make up. Great video!
I really love the 'no foundation' point. In Russia, the majority of girls cover their faces with foundation on a daily basis and then complain about acne, pimples and stuff. I wish they understood that they create a vicious circle and the situation gets only worse. Less is more 🙏🏻
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What I learned from Scandinavian women: simple is elegant
What I learned from German women pragmatism conveys confidence
What I learned in this video from a French woman: subtle is beautiful, but mystery is irresistible.
When I was about 15 I read a '20 Questions' type interview with a very glamorous woman (I can't remember who!) and she didn't answer the question about which perfume she uses because 'a woman should have her secrets', and I thought it was the most elegant thing in the world. I took it to heart so much that I'm a little shocked at the idea of a woman announcing what she uses :p
Amazing isn't it
Pragmatism... means.. being stoic and thinking logically right?
My friend, this sounds to me like "concentrated - straight to the point poetry" 😉❤️
Here in México you don't even have to ask for beauty secrets, people tell you right away. The dialogue would go something like this:
-Your skin looks so good!
-Thx, I use X thing, it worked wonders for me.
+Mar Damian hahaha well, that's practical 😂😊
Mar Damian HAHAHHAHAHAHA THIS IS SO REAL HAHAHAHHAHA
That is so true!
True! We’re just open like that
I find so many Mexican people to be kind, open & generous. It’s such a pleasure to be with them.
While I love all the advice on here, and I naturally follow it, I must say that I really love how you ended #5 - "I have small teeth? No, I have a big smile". This is so important. I think we, too often, zero-in on the things we do not 100% like about ourselves... why not see the positive in it?
You've inspired me to put a post-it on my screen - "Small/squinty eyes? No, they are smiling eyes".
Merci de Montréal!
Montreal is fascinating
She has a beautiful smile 💖
One thing I love that I’ve learned from Justine is the French philosophy of embracing what makes you unique ... not just slathering make-up all over your face to make you look like someone else. She has inspired me to see my rosacea more as a “healthy flush” and less as “hideous patches of redness.” ♥️
Omg I love small eyes!!
I have those big arab eyes with big eyelids as well and I love them. But I think the small eyes are just wonderful
I agree, and have learnt to be content with my "nice big nose" and being petite (ceilings look higher and rooms bigger!)
"I have small teeth? no, I have a big smile" LOVE IT!!!!
I definitely agree with all the advice given in this video! However, as someone who struggles with acne, I take care of my skin very meticulously and still have bumps and irritation. I think most people withe acne know a lot about skincare because we are very conscious of it. A lot of you tubers with clear skin often equate taking care of your skin to having clear skin and that is not always the case!
Taylor E Absolutely! It can take decades of trying new products and experimenting to get it under control. I have always struggled with acne and have friends that don't even use spf and have perfect skin. Clear skin isn't always a result of a great skin care regiment and we stll need to cover. It starts getting a little annoying when people say "just cleanse everyday! "
For people that have acne well into their 40's it's usually hormonal. However some times it is a product that is an irritant that they didn't think of like a shampoo or hairspray that caused the acne in the first place.
I've discovered most of my skin problems are related to food. I get lumps and bumps on my chin and jaw area from too much wheat. I get little whiteheads on my forehead from dairy. I get horrible red pimples around my mouth if I eat too much sugar. Eating very clean keeps my skin clean and clear. The only problems I get from skincare products is if I use something with silicone, or wayyyy too much glycolic acid (like 3 times a day) can cause breakouts.
Taylor E it might be what you're eating. My acne has cleared up tremendously but I now go to a dermatologist to keep it that way. I don't think you'll be disappointed if you start seeing one 🙂
Michelle B Hi, maybe it does come more specifically from the agrotoxic chemicals the put on the wheat crops?
I was shopping in the UK the other day and a young French woman was in the shop. She asked questions about the fabric a top was made from, and turned it inside out to look at the stitching. I immediately thought of you and your video on quality of clothing over quantity. It was so nice to see.
I would love to see a French skincare video!
Me too! :)
Morgan Felder great suggestion!
YES.
This would be awesome.
Please Justine:)
I am so glad that you mentioned the 'no foundation' bit. Hailing from a country like India where the only makeup most women tend to use is kohl and lipstick (if you're fancy), it pains me to see how so many women from other places using foundation every single day because they feel uncomfortable in their skin. So thankyou for putting forth this message about body-positivity!
+Leenu Tehlan interesting to see that foundation isn't used everywhere!
I don't use foundation either. I'm from Southeast Asia.
River Slant The only time I use foundation is when I’m either going out, or to a job interview. The rest of the time I use a light moisturiser for my skin type and follow a cleansing routine. I turned 55 last month (November) and still get told I look at least 10 years younger.
I tend to wear foundation in winter but not in summer.
I do not wear foundations I just wear primers blusher a bit of bronzer I know where the primer just spackle champagne by Laura Geller love it and I love blue mascara because it shows my beautiful blue eyes off
I am so endlessly happy, and thankful, that you actually stress that cosmetic surgery is a no-no. To refuse cosmetic surgery is a classy act indeed, and it shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone that it is the classiest French women, like yourself, who speak out against it. You seem to never compromise your confidence and self respect while giving fashion and beauty advice, and this is an art that few youtubers/bloggers can master. Your videos are informative, you are charming and you seem so genuine, and you have helped me with my style more than anyone else.
There’s plenty of surgery in France it’s just carefully done not to look excessive
I think that's right. The idea is not to look like a waxwork.@@elizabethwilk9615
It is so nice to see this philosophy on beauty. In America, it’s always about “looking younger”. Correct me if I’m wrong, but it seems that your philosophy is just to look your best. To embrace your natural beauty. To be yourself. I love that!
I love the fresh classy French look! I also like hearing you promoting women embracing their natural beauty and staying clear of cosmetic surgery and the other overly invasive strategies! There's so many reasons to not go that direction and good reasons to focus on how to focus on skin and gently enhancing one's natural beauty!! Thank you Justine! You are lovely!
thanks a lot!
"Do not touch your face, wash your hands often" boyy....that aged well!
Justine, I truly enjoy all of your videos! I am 52 yrs. old and use no foundation. I just practice great nutrition, hydration, physical activity, and rest...all of which I find is not the trend in my American culture. Thank you for your emphasis on just being the best version of one's self as possible.
Yes, that is a photo from a few months ago....thank you both so much! I am stunned by your compliments. I have recently cut my hair...oval face, any hair lol! It grows extremley fast, so i switch up often.
+Cindie McReynolds You are extremely lucky not to use foundation.....I practice great whole food, organic nutrition, constant activity as I do not use a car (my feet or my bike instead) 10hrs sleep every night.... I have lovely hair (even though I say it myself !!) BUT = I have livid scars after a road accident in my teens (I am now 55) & people stare if I don't cover the scars.... I will never be free to go without make-up !
Artlover I am so sorry you suffered such a horrible accident as a teen! My youngest daughter has suffered terribly with cystic acne, and now in her 20's has extensive scarring, in spite of procedures to minimize the damage. Our culture is so hard on women. You sound energetic, vital and amazing....which tells me you are beautiful!
How very sweet of you....I can, of course, empathise with your daughter & you are so right = women are scrutinised cruelly in most cultures ( I am a Brit; often living in France too) ...It is our fate, unfortunately !!! All best wishes to you, & your daughter....I am sure she will have strength in life as there are many things she will find to take precedence over beauty !
Artlover I have found that those things which seem to take precedence over beauty, actually create the most authentic, intense form of beauty! Take care as well!
"do not touch your face" *removes hand from face*
+dirtsa 😅😊
I think this is definitely the hardest one for me!
I’m absolutely guilty of this, so so guilty. Like a lot.
She is so right, I’ve known this for years.
@@justineleconte Can you please tell me what brand and number or colour of nail varnish you are wearing? I love it! I would very much appreciate it. Thanks a lot.
We are all very lucky to have you as a very very good friend Justine, sharing your secrets with us. Bxx
Babs 59 indeed
Yes!
She’s a very generous woman.
what a load of rubbish
I would add 2 more: Don't smoke and keep consumption alcohol moderate. Both of these can cause premature aging and health problems later on in life. Just my 2 centimes...
+Toni Lyng it's worth more than 2 cents! 😉
I miss the old French francs.
@@MaggieTheCat01 my family in France (I live in the US) still talks in Francs, not the old, old ones but the ones just before the Euro. I have to use the currency converter on my phone because they confuse the daylights out of me. LOL
this is a weird comment .. but your fingers/hands are so nice
viginie I was thinking the same thing. Justine's hands are so elegant and beautiful.
viginie I was going to say the same thing!!
It is a compliment and there is nothing weird about that:) She has beautiful hands. Long fingers, nicely shaped and they caught my eye the first time I found Justina on TH-cam:)
viginie It's not a weird compliment at all, but I understand because it's not a part of the body that we typically focus on. I always notice a person's hands and I am sure this is partly due to the influence of having a mother who is an artist.
I agree with the comments. She does have nice hands; she keeps them well-manicured and she always has her nails painted.
viginie they are !
I just discovered you Justine few days ago and I can't stop watching! :) I'm Polish, living in UK and I keep on noticing how much more similarities there are between French approach to beauty and Polish one, when the UK one is rather on the opposite side. Especially here where I live, in the South East. I've always been thought by both very stylish - my Mum and my older Sister to wear delicate makeup (eyes or lips rule), take care of skin, moisturise etc. Effortless look has always been the go to one.. After moving to UK however, I'm seen as that weird girl from Poland, who doesn't make effort - and yes, here it is a bad , bad thing! I am trying to brush my hair everyday but haven't given in to using straighteners ever day (!!) or wearing full face, heavy, doll-like makeup. Thank you so much Justine, watching your videos keeps me secure and feeling good being my very self :)
Kinga, often people who are the most critical are that way because they are jealous. Continue to smile and be your own self.
I think it could be a generation thing. I'm from the UK and born in 1974. I've only ever worn foundation a handful of times in my life, and that would have been on a night out. I just never liked it. I only ever wore eyeshadow, bit of brown kohl and brown mascara (I'm a redhead so black doesn't suit me...and I think the natural earthy look suits my colouring better). My sister whose father was Indian, was born seven years later and has worn foundation for ever! My 26 year old daughter used to wear foundation very often but has stopped using it pretty much completely in the last few years. She has always had an older head on young shoulders though 😄
I'm British born but I know just what you mean! Many British women have this endless obsession with fake tan, foundation, heavy make-up, chemically processed and ironed hair, and fake chemical perfumes that make me feel like vomiting. Many also love leopard print and cheap fabrics. Not me at all. I am sure that some people would criticize me for not making enough effort. But I believe that simple and natural is chic and beautiful.
"if you look like you're trying, it's bad"
Ayyyyeeee I nailed that one 😂
But if you try too hard to look like you're not, that's also bad, I think.
My son in law is from France hasn't been in States long, his parents came to states for 3 months ( him & my daughter had baby) his mom was EVERYTHING you speak of she was a designer in her youth in France very simple & elegant, I'm learning French & she's learning English but some how we understand each other, I'm now in love with French culture & style it's so clean & crisp.
In looks and style I think Justine is Lisa Eldridge's french cousin
Katie Bottomley funny but makes a perfect sense
agree! it's the first thing I thought the very first time I watched her!
Just wanted to write the same thing :) Both beautiful, intelligent, and well-mannered :)
OH Lisa Eldridge is ALSO wonderful...really really excellent re make-up.
I honestly think about this whenever I see their videos
Essential oils can be diffused in a diffuser and helps with various health problems. I am using lavender for pain
I love pampering myself at home! Doing facials, hair mask, foot soaks, whatever I feel I need. So relaxing and sends a Great message to myself!😊
In my country (The Dominican Republic) women go to the salon at least once a week to get their hair done. It's like a religion 😁Also, manicures and pedicures every couple of weeks. We use a lot of home remedies for hair and skin (honey, molasses, coconut oil and milk, oats, etc.). A lot of body wraps to slim down too. People don't have too much money, so we get creative and use what we have on hand, and it works 😊
Hi Justine! Your dedicated subscriber here :) so, i am from the country Georgia, and here we use a mix of modern skincare products, together with our grandma's secrets: when i was little, i remember she always used to put some oils on face and walk around the house like that all evening, which at the time i thought was super weird! But now i think she was a genius :) and i follow her tricks :using eggs as hair and face mask; oils like almond, olive, and castor for various purposes... Also, i remember she always used to tell me : gently swipe your eyebrows upwards with your fingers - i think it was for massaging and also to look more awake and fresh faced, when you do that... Also, we regularly keep full our fridge with various homemade cubes of frozen herb waters and use in the morning. Oh and i almost forgot: we use a lot of aloe for various purposes, such as treating irritations or even drinking its disgusting juice for clear skin and PH level balancing :)
Londa Zh it would be great to see a video about Georgian women beauty rituals :)
Haha i agree it would be amusing to watch :) it's a shame i don't do videos :/
maybe that could be the beginning :)
That's funny, the eyebrow thing, my mother does the same, she's old school Irish, gives shape and makes you look awake.
Here in Norway, I hate to say it, but being fit (not thin!) is SUPER important. It's pretty much a reflection of you saying, "I love my body and I want to keep it strong and healthy for a long time." While we understand if someone has wider hips, fat settles in one area, etc, we still expect that you do your best to be healthy. The body positivist movement from America did not go over very well here, at least where I live and what I saw in the media.
Nikolai Lugo boring.
Nikolai Lugo As it should =)
that's amazing! the US is not an example for absolutely anyone and glorifying fat is really the worst current ever. I think we all agree not all beauty is beautiful. Go Norway!
@G L that is horribly put and contrproductive message. Bodypositivity has nothing to do with "glorifying fat" and shame hasn't yet made anyone healthier
Very interesting. Thank you for sharing!
Would love to know your nail routine. Are they your natural nails or acrylics and if they are your natural nails, how do you care for them? Your videos are just fabulous!
And your neck and chest. Those two areas give away your age as well.
I generally roll my eyes at fashion videos, because I feel like I'd rather spend time being creative and making things, than concerning myself on how other people think I look...but...this video was really good! I appreciate how you touched on the need for us to take some time to enjoy our cleansing and bathing routines, and to disconnect for awhile. I love that you talked about no injections, no surgery, just proper hydration and cleansing. Very nice :) Thanks for offering a good, realistic video!
+Zira Michelle LoveoftheDark and thanks to you for your nice comment 😊
I really love how you mentioned you should use regional version, because I am indian and we do have regional versions which are more beneficial for us rather than the marketised publicised oils in ads by Western companies. Love your videos a lot.
I love this video. I recently stopped wearing heavy make-up and am constantly told I look younger. All I use is a tinted, moisturizing sunscreen for faces, a good mascara and lipstick. If I want to glam it up a bit, some eyeliner. I think the imperfections I was trying to cover (a scar on my nose and my crows feet) are LESS visible without the heavy foundation and concealers. Now people notice my eyes instead of the intricate eye make-up and the mask of foundation.
Thank you! Lovely hearing advice that can useful to a middle aged frump! My grandmother (1919-2015) who was a very classy English lady and had a great admiration for French women, would give me some of this advice, i.e. rather than spending on make up, have a facial every few weeks, less is more, choose colours that flatter you, not colours that are fashonable, and so on... And my mother's favourite expression, to explain attractive people was that they were 'bien dans leur peau'...
Bonjour Justine! Je suis Québécoise et je veux simplement te dire merci pour tes capsules vidéos que je trouve très intéressantes et instructives. J’adore les visionner.😁👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Tu es fantastique, tu possèdes une belle personnalité! Good job!🤓🇨🇦
I love the french series. And I love the way you talk, so calm and friendly. Love watching your videos.
I used to have breakouts and unclear skin for years. After watching this video and really getting into french skincare and beauty (benzoyl peroyxide also helped), my skin hasn't been the same and I look better at 35 now than I did two years ago. French skincare for the win!
I'm in the Netherlands. Here women will gladly tell you their beauty secrets if you ask them, but at the same time pretend it's not big deal to them. There is a slight taboo on caring a lot about your appearance, so when the topic is addressed, we usually try to address it as briefly and nonchalantly as possible and then change the subject, lest someone might think we're too invested in our looks.
I resonate with your comment "Be a great version of yourself". I agree with enhancing our natural beauty. No need to repeat the 80's ( with a putty knife & trowel full of cosmetics) to fill in the cracks. You have a great smile...& I have eyes that show sincere depth. Bravo!
We drink a lot of water in the American desert Southwest, where I live. But a Parisian friend told me that she doesn't drink as much when she is in Paris because there are few free public restrooms! Which is fine for guys, but not so much for ladies. Also, my adult acne is partially genetic; my grandmother and my twin sister both have had it, so even as I'm in my forties, going completely without foundation is not gonna happen. Natural as possible, but not completely naked.
I actually think Paris is a city with more than your usual number of public restrooms! I see public toilets on the streets everywhere and you can always pop into a cafe to use theirs too....
I have acne rosacea, I came across an article that said those who have adult acne age slower as in wrinkles don't come as quickly as those without acne problems, so even though we have acne that is one upside to it !
You have a lovely smile - so friendly and kind. Thank you for sharing all the useful information.
"Nothing that could take away the uniqueness of your feature" 💗
Thank you for #5! I live in the US and everyone is obsessed with plastic surgery, injections, veneers, etc... I wish we could be more like the French and accept ourselves the way we are.
The neighborhood I lived in France had plenty of plastic surgeons. The difference is that the work they do is not excessive.
You know, it’s actually kind of strange that such surgery has become so widespread at this particular point in time. Very few women make their career off their looks these days. They get ahead the same way men do, with their talent and hard work.
Hello, Minnesotan USA gal here again. In the US I think beauty standards vary much more than they do in other countries because of all the diversity in culture, ethnicity, and location. My family's main beauty concern was cleanliness though. You always need to look clean and tidy to look beautiful. Hair freshly brushed, hands freshly washed, and no strong smells/perfumes. Water is a similar beauty booster tip here too though!
Caitlin Dancing Hi! US southerner here! Georgia by way of Alabama. I was also taught that being "presentable" meant cleanliness and good hygeine as a kid. clean nails, clean hair, etc. but to some, it means wearing a full face of makeup and heels. I think it just depends on your style and what you like! I'm a very very casual person so showering and slathering on sunscreen is usually all I bother with!
Pearl - I am a Southern woman, too. In my family the tradition is to be fastidious about skin and hair care. When our young girls become young women, we take them for a skin care lesson. This is usually at Merle Norman Cosmetics boutiques. It is a rite of passage to welcome them into womanhood and celebrate their femininity! They grew up learning to take care of their skin as children (our sons, too!). But there's a big difference between caring for a child's skin and now caring for a young woman's skin. Foundation and quality skin care products are used to protect that beautiful cleansed complexion - never to hide it.
But my grandmother had flawless skin and used only Ivory soap on her face, and Jergen's lotion as her moisturizer...and a wide brim sun hat and gloves when she worked in the garden. She grew everything she ate. Her only cosmetic was Angel Face powder in a compact. She died at 96 feisty, robust years old and was absolutely gorgeous.
Our women are known for that "peaches n' cream complexion" for this reason and others - like clean living, clean eating and having a very powerful faith.
They all flow together, don't they? When you live intentionally, beauty is the result. It never has to be the goal.
The beauty standards of locations are based on the background cultures of the areas. Ex Minnesota was settled by mostly Scandinavians - lots of Norwegians. So Norwegian practices of dress and hair and makeup carry on generations later. In the south, women were generally from either elite European families or very poor so again the extremes of types- very made up or not made up at all play out. The girls that wear Lilly Pulitzer and Jack Rogers and do their hair and nails vs the ones that wear athleisurewear and put it up in a bun etc.
@@prayerharvest My mom was an Alabaman southern belle and she took me to Merle Norman also. Was the right of passage, since they taught you how to take care of your skin, in which I do to this day. I'm 55, and people mistake me for me in my 30's.
@@lisaa.942 Love it!
I love france. The food, art, fashion and everything. I love that French people enhance their real beauty instead of changing or hiding or criticizing it.
My fav rule is #1 "Do not brush your hair too often. definitely not every day..." It's brilliant! My life will never be the same now)) ha ha. Love love love you, Justine! So happy I found you ) Thanks for generously sharing your beauty tricks with us! God bless you!
I had terrible skin when I was young. I learned to keep my hands off my face and it made a huge difference. I'm 57 and have given up almost all makeup. I darken my eyebrows and occasional blush. I don't like the way I look with make up now. Wish I stopped the makeup years ago. My skin is so nice now.
Great tips and loved this video. Thanks for taking the time to do these videos. I love learning about other cultures, especially everyday routines of everyday people.
Merci Justine, so pleased to have found your youtube. I have been living in France for nearly 8 years now and I LOVE the approach women have here. Not only with your own routine, but how lovely it is to see mothers passing these down to their daughters. :) I was quietly pleased on a recent trip back to the UK, and catching up with a friend I hadn't seen for years. She said ' wow you look amazing - you look really....French'. eh beh voila!
I’m not into fashion or skin care or anything but I still watch your videos because of your smile!
As a 36 years old french woman, I smiled at the end of the video because yes...I actually do have secrets ! I will share my skin routine if asked, because I have been struggling with breaks outs for decades and it's all about sisterhood in this war....( My secret weapon is a daily dose of Aureocyde/Aureomycine cream, one day over two for each cream )
But Fragance is a whole other story. If one considers fragrance as a signature, one does not like it to be copied ^^. I believe that the "Signature Fragrance Quest" for French women is about knowing themselves and their uniqueness, and showing it by a unique, personnal smell. Therefore, most of the French women I know simply hate to wear similar fragances. For exemple, in my twenties, I waited years to wear "Mademoiselle Coco"by Chanel, only because one of my friends was wearing it...
+Luckyronie thanks for sharing your secret!! 😘
Another gem - not touching your face and washing your hands - seems the rest of the word really heard this for reals after COVID-19
in Britain there is almost a guilt factor attached to self-pampering. Buying more costly products is seen as self indulgent,even though the cheaper version doesnt even work and is a waste of money.
P Heart i agree with that, all through this video I was thinking about how a British approach to beauty (if we can say there is one) is pretty different to the french way, in many aspects. There's certainly less of the putting lots of work into your beauty regime and keeping it secret, it's much less secretive, and there's less emphasis on luxury/designer stuff and being sensual. Just my impression.
I was in the drugstore yesterday and could not bring myself to “waste” $8 on the very cheapest brand of micellar water, even though I have found it to work wonderfully on my face. Sigh.
However, I do spend $40 every 4 months on an eyelash lengthening serum - I loathe wearing mascara. So I suppose I do sometimes indulge myself.
Hi Tina, what is the brand of eyelash serum you use? I hate mascara and I hate the false eyelashes look too, however I have very short lashes and never found anything that works.
Justine....Where have you been all my life? Your practical tips and information have been life changing for me. Thank you - merci beaucoup!
I am not French, but I do most of those things you talk about in this video. I try to keep my hand clean and never touch anything in public places including public transportation... for that I use paper napkin. Yes, it's good to have antibacterial wipes or gel, but I have noticed that it's very bad for skin even if you used it ones a day... sometimes I wish we could wear elegant gloves like in the old days.🤗😉
Delphine Ent. who says you can't? you can still find thin gloves. Start a new trend. 😉😄
Kate Monster well, when its cold weather it's much easier to follow this trend. But in the summer it's almost impossible... today fashion and style in clothes doesn't really go with it. Unless you wear a retro dress.😜
I'm from the UK, my cousin always wears gloves in public places, she hates touching anything lots of people are touching
acer.b well, if you don't mind to share your place where you buy them it will be nice to know.😉 I hope you don't talk about those gloves that is used for manicure.😂 Just kidding.😜😁
Kate Monster If you have a Daiso store nearby, I've found their cotton gloves are reasonable.
You talked about thermal water in one of your videos (not shure if it's this) and I did a research. I just bought an Avène and I'm so in love with it! You have no idea how you've changed my life in so many ways with your videos, because I was never a confident person (really low self-esteem) and your tips, the way you talk, everything just makes me want to embrace myself and make the best with my body.
I am so happy to read that! It's a pleasure to make videos when I see that they can help people!
I carry a can of evian spray for my face and mist all day long I'm almost 70 and hardly any wrinkles plus less and less makeup face it my mom taught me to care for your skin first and I did grow up in paris
how do women with family do all that every day... wow
@Jeanne Luddeni= wow evian spray never heard of it before....thanks...
Jeanne Luddeni I used to carry a can of Evian spray when I was younger (I’m 55), I haven’t see it around for a while. Thank you for the reminder🙂
Last time I saw it was at Sephora. I carry a small size (that I can fill up at home) Mario Badescu Facial Spray. I buy it at Ulta.
Yes, apparently some people use a fine most of it to set make up. It's a great product to use in th heat or when exercising/ pregnancy or menopuase. Lasts absolutely ages. It's so lovely when people share their beauty tips for others. As not everything works for everyone, but sometimes you can give something a try and see if would benefit you.
Tip 1: Don't brush your hair everyday
Me: *looks at my 3c curls* So I've been following this tip since birth
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As someone with 4c (I think?) hair, I learned this in middle school when I starting doing twist outs and braid outs. In fact, I don't brush my hair at all anymore except for my edges if my hair is up. I only detangle with a wide-toothed comb while/after washing.
Same here 😂😂
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Same 🤣
Here in India there is an whole array of 'traditional' ingredients.. Like turmeric, milk, chickpeas etc which have been passed on from generations and honestly work extremely well!
your advice has been so helpful! i love the style of your videos!
+Kaitlin K thanks!
Justine Leconte officiel r u single justine?
Kaitlin K i
I’m Chinese, skin care and hair care are extremely important in my culture. Routine visit to hair salon for a hair mask, blow dry styling, coloring are very common. We also try our best to protect skin from the sun. However, minor cosmetic surgeries are also more popular, micro bladed eyebrow, grow fake eyelashes on the real eyelashes are common
As a French woman who has never lived in another country, I really love your French serie, it makes me more aware of my own culture :-) There is also quite a lot of things you say that I don't recognize at all, but I don't know if it's due to my own impressions or to the differences between Paris and others areas in France (I've never lived in Paris either :p)
Am married to a Frenchman and yes Paris is different than other areas and especially smaller towns. It’s like NYV and the rest of the USA.
This is actually one of the most truthful videos I’ve seen on french beauty! Thank you for being so honest and open and sharing!
I am from Syria, beauty habbits in my country depends on how much sophisticated and self confident you are, the higher you go on that scale the more natural you look and vice versa.. but in general most women do cosmatic surgeries, especially, to hide aging marks
Hello Justine. I want to thank you for sharing your creative space. I really loved your grand mother's carpet, specially that you take care to preserve it. For me, my grand mother made each of her grand kids a quilt, so all cousins have a quilt that we talk about when we talk about grand-mama. She has pass away in the 80's, but those quilts live on. We will pass them on to our children. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Justine, I was born and raised in Russia, currently living in America. French women beauty secrets are quite popular here. However, "messy hair" or "I just woke up like this" is not one of my favorite looks! I prefer my hair smooth, nice and shiny with a lot of movement. Thanks very much! P.S. Can you make a video on lingerie and how French women look at that??
Kadriya Kudyakova I did notice when I first came to the US that everybody has this incredibly smooth hair with big, big volume. It was nice at first but soon became boring and tacky, especially after witnessing some American girls spending hours in the morning, blowing and ironing and curling their hair and put on all kinds of hair products, I decided that's too excessive and pretentious for my taste. It's fresh to see French women's natural beauty attitude.
This made me laugh! I have *dead* straight hair (so straight it won't hold a curl); and because I rarely use a hair-dryer it's in pretty good condition ... so it _looks_ like I spent hours ironing it -- but I didn't! (though most people think I did). No problem with the volume, but how nice a wave would be...even just a little!
I won’t even come downstairs without combing my hair. Admittedly, it is very long and easily mussed.
Sinnergism tie your hair a lot or make bun hair a lot and you get wavy hair. My friend who had a straight hair since she was born and did those two things, her hair change wavy forever
As I watch your videos I realized as an African American woman I have a lot in common with the French women way of life. I agree with the dress code, eating habits, and using discretion when talking about my beauty secrets. I used to feel bad about that but I personally never felt comfortable and telling someone how to achieve a look that I have searched and worked hard to create especially when it's yelled out in public. I want to visit France more now than ever I feel like I would be very comfortable.
I learned so much in my time in Paris. This is reminding me of all of the good stuff I've forgotten! Thanks for these lovely videos, Justine. Even just really focusing on my skin routine -- oils, masks, and (always) lots of SPF-- makes such a difference.
Dear Justine,
usually, I rather listen to old ladies (about 70-100 years old), as they have kept their beauty despite losing their youth (it's very easy to be beautiful when you're young, I find, I mean, almost your entire being works in favour of your looks such as your metabolism and flexibility of the skin and so forth) and have their beauty come from confidence and self-love, but you teach me good, valuable things, and in such a friendly way, too, that it makes it very enjoyable to learn from you! Merci beaucoup :) Keep up the good work, please, I'm sure you're enrichening a lot of people's confidence and how they value themselves. I sure feel a lot better after watching your videos and having gained new information I can use to make myself comfortable in the only skin I have.
Take care and stay golden!
Sincerely yours,
Lorena Alicia
Wow, I'm an accidental French woman :D in that I do most of those things already :) So important to take care of your skin. There's no amount of makeup that can substitute that. Thank you so much for your video! xoxo
I’m from Colombia and I have to say: I’m happily amazed about how much my beauty style is just like French beauty style. My skin is far away from perfect and yet I do not use foundation or powder. I just hate to see ALMOST EVERY SINGLE GIRL in America changing their faces completely. I know everyone has different tastes but for me... I think it looks very cheap! However, a simple and minimalist look is always elegant. I love how confident French women are ♥️ Thank you for these videos babe. Now I understand better your culture when it comes to beauty not to mention art and history, my favorite parts of French and Italy.
Yaaaaay, something decent to watch! Love your videos!
+kimberlee533 hahaha there are people doing great things on TH-cam - but thanks! 😘
I know, but you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find the prince haha. I love the tips. I love that the French don't feel the need to change their face to look like everyone else. The only tip I don't really understand is not telling anyone your secrets. It seems kind of petty.
+kimberlee533 a good cook doesn't give away his/her recipes either 😉
Justine Leconte officiel and you told us your perfumes! So privileged 😉love your videos❤️
Where I'm from women who don't share recipes are considered insecure about their cooking abilities.
I'm American, and my father was the one who had a skincare pamper routine for the morning and the evening, when he returned from work. He used fairly simple products, but he gave himself a facial daily. People think I have naturally perfect skin, but they don't see all of my products, nor the receipts. Yes, sunscreen all year! 👍🏾
The best advice on you tube. Excellent I am so glad I found you.
I love the fact you encourage the basis of tending to the SKIN as most important. The better the skin...the less you rely upon colorants.
Natural is always...best. I find it odd how some American women will dole out serious coin for something available at the chemist.
Brava to you Madame!
Not all Americans spend large amounts of money on products. Some spend a small amount of drugstore products which work just as well.
Apparently I'm more "French" than I realized haha
I love that French people have a beautiful acceptance of everyone's uniqueness.
I love your french series and the way you talk in your videos! I always look forward for new videos :)
Thank you, Justine, for saying that foundation is not a necessity. I use a tinted sunscreen, concealer, blush, and a wisp of loose powder. Since I have increased my skin care regimen by adding masks and facials, the sunscreen seems to be all I need. Good skin care is priceless!
+enterprisebaby yes, it's not easy not find the system or product combination that works with your skin, but once you have it, you can really see the difference!
I was thinking this morning: where is my video!
If I knew years ago that I wouldn't be "the crazy" in France for not brushing my hair daily like I am in the US, it would have been easier to stand the comments from all the girls here. Since I was a child I never liked to brush daily my hair, just wash it, let it dry and brush it when it's necessary. In fact, my hair got a lot of split ends when I brushed it constantly.
I liked this video very much.
So nice to watch you!
I'm from Montreal, (so, French Canadian, Québécoise) , and a lot of women here actually do follow most of these tips!! I NEVER wear foundation, and I always try to look nice and natural... Overdoing it is never a good idea!
I don't really see a point in keeping your beauty tips secret, but at the same time it's not always useful to ask other people what they do. In my opinion it's mostly because there's usually so much more than just products that make another person look bomb. I can tell what eyeshadow I wear, but if you can't apply it like a trained makeup artist (which I am), my advice is gonna be of no use to you. I'll name my favourite perfume, but since every person has different body chemistry, most likely it won't be the same on you as it is on me. I'll tell you what my haircare routine is like, but do you have the same hair texture as I do?
Do you see what I mean?
Actually French women don’t keep their beauty secrets for themselves. I don’t even understand from where does this assertation come from.
I honestly like the last tip 😊. It makes sense and it's not selfish. We're just used to being given everything we want to a degree. It also makes us and others be more careful of what we put on our own skin and it won't be our fault if it reacts to someone else's skin
I love those earrings!!
Where can we buy them?
I love that you pay attention on skin care. Everyone is talking about make up only
Thank you Justine! Always happy to get your videos!!
justine,
i just discovered your page. as an american with english and irish heritage, i am a french culture neophyte.
your english is beautiful and i appreciate your wonderful advice.
merci beaucoup!
Please post your Morning and Night skin care routine. Thanks!
Tanuja Poorun isn’t that what this video was?
Im a French blooded American and I found this video very informative and useful.
Another great video! I so enjoy your content! These tips will be very helpful for me to start now. I've mentioned before that I'm American in NE Ohio. I grew up in the 80's watching my mother put on her makeup or my grandmother if I was spending the night at her house. Of course, you know in America, we tend to have a heavier hand and experiment with colors. What I learned from my mom and grandma is that you never leave the house unless you are made up. So, I was very self conscious about that even when I lived in NYC and wanted a quick run to get coffee in the morning. Now in my mid-thirties, I've toned it down quite a bit using only neutral tones. I find it hard not to use eyeshadow or do a full face, especially with a hooded eye. I tend to use more makeup in the winter when I am very fair (English and French heritage on my mother's side). I've never been one to use foundation. It just feels too heavy on my already sensitive skin. So, I've always just used a loose powder to spot conceal, then blush, eyebrow color, eyeliner, mascara, lip liner and gloss or lipstick. Now that is summer and I have a tan (Lebanese heritage on my father's side), I pretty much use just concealer, blush, mascara, eyebrow filler and lip color. Never been a fan of some of these instagram looks. That to me is just way too much makeup. These young girls have beautiful skin to start with and/or freckles and then they cover it with thick yellow foundation. Makes no sense to me. I can appreciate the art of it, but just too much for me personally.
+Selah Beauty I would agree 100% with the end of your comment 😉
I should say that I falsely learned from my family not to leave the house without makeup. :) It's also a very "Southern" thing...and we live in the North! lol Hoping I get to the point where I am confident leaving the house without it :) I love your videos, such good teaching! Best wishes, Justine!
Selah Beauty
Atlanta, GA here & I hate makeup. All those chemicals age the skin. I stopped wearing it about 20 years ago & began getting facials every 6 weeks. (Algae & collagen masks everytime & invested in natural high quality skin care) I'm 49...but don't look a day older than 35. But I do LOVE my brow & lip colors, which make my face pop w/ naturally strawberry blonde curly hair. ❤
Oh, did I just share a beauty secret or two? Well, this southern belle says it's very rude not to share. 😊
I'm Mexican American and I've been enjoying learning about French beauty culture! Thank you so much for making these awesome videos!
Oh my goodness! I love everything you have said here! We Americans make things way too complicated. I am very inspired to tame down my routine and enjoy it more. Thank you!
Got to wonder why I only read negative comments about America yet everywhere else is great. You wouldn’t think people would want to immigrate here. 😁
One poet and philosopher from my country ( Serbia) used to say that the French woman is the ideal woman : awesome in beauty, smart and is able to be the best lover and friend - it is true
YOU DONT USE FOUNDATION?! Okay, you are a true goddess.
Thank you Justine, Greetings from México! In my country most women share beauty secrets, because they feel happy when they help a woman in need.
In India,we have a long tradition, since ancient times of taking care of our skin and hair using natural ingredients.
The last year i have discover the 10 steps Korean women follow for cleaning and hydrating the skin . it is amazing i totally recomend that! Once again thank you Justine for your videos!
I was shocked when you said to not comb the hair everyday!! I try not to comb too much but I still do it everyday... I can't leave it because it will look like a haystack if I don't. I cannot pull off the messy hair- don't care look
I don't brush or comb my hair everyday either, especially if I am at home and not going out. Sometimes I just smooth the top part to flatten stray hairs and leave the bottoms uncombed. It helps keep my hair from breaking and it doesn't go frizzy (I have curly hair).
Pro tip: Comb it with your fingers.
WOW! Josephine, I have found my ticket to Paris, YOU! Thank you for sharing what we sisters need to know about living LIFE Parisian-style - something we all long to do but were born elsewhere so we thank you for taking us on this journey. I will be looking at all your uploads in next couple days. Thanks again. Ciao! Shari
Please do a video on essential oils. I would like to know more
Carys I wear foundation every day and my skin is great
Essential oils don't really do that much
@@Orangecatenergy why
so true for the bare skin...I am French, I live in the USA but merely wear foundation. I wear bb cream. I see the difference but others don't see that I wear make up. Great video!
I really love the 'no foundation' point. In Russia, the majority of girls cover their faces with foundation on a daily basis and then complain about acne, pimples and stuff. I wish they understood that they create a vicious circle and the situation gets only worse. Less is more 🙏🏻
I love Justine’s smile! I like the unique and quirky things about peoples faces, it adds more to an interesting character and personality 🥰