We’re all about French skincare here at Care to Beauty. We love the gentle formulas, the lightweight textures, the delicate fragrances… we love how uncomplicated French pharmacy skincare can be. And there is, perhaps, no product that embodies the French approach to beauty quite like NUXE Huile Prodigieuse. This iconic multi-purpose dry oil is a must-have–but do you know everything there is to know about it?
Keep reading, and we’ll answer all your questions about the ultimate French pharmacy body oil!
What is NUXE Huile Prodigieuse?
NUXE Huile Prodigieuse is a moisturizing oil that nourishes, repairs, and sublimates the skin and hair. Created in 1991, this now-iconic product uses a novel dry oil texture that nourishes the skin without leaving behind any oily residue; as such, it is the perfect product to complement your beauty routine. You can use it to nourish your skin after showering, or to restore shine and softness to your hair in between washes.
Whatever you choose, you’ll be in for a unique sensory experience. With its silky texture and inimitable fragrance, Huile Prodigieuse is a complete beauty product, a true spa-at-home experience in a bottle. And it’s surprisingly simple, too: the formula is made from 7 precious botanical oils and 98% natural ingredients. No wonder it’s considered to be one of the must-have NUXE products!
What does NUXE Huile Prodigieuse do?
Huile Prodigieuse is a multi-functional beauty product that will simplify your routine. You can use it on your face to take advantage of its antioxidant and anti-pollution properties; or, if you prefer, you can use it on your body to nourish dry skin and reduce the appearance of stretch marks. The dry oil texture also lends itself perfectly to hair care: you can apply it to your hair to provide a nourishing and repairing action, or even to reduce frizz!
How to use NUXE Huile Prodigieuse on the face?
Due to its antioxidant and anti-pollution properties, Huile Prodigieuse can be a great complement to your skincare routine. In order to apply it to the face, warm a few drops of oil between your hands, then apply to the face in smooth strokes, working from the center of the face outwards. One application a day is enough to deliver antioxidant benefits!
How to use NUXE Huile Prodigieuse on the hair?
Due to its dry oil texture, which dries quickly without leaving any residue, Huile Prodigieuse is ideal to improve the shine and softness of your hair.
Try applying the oil to your hair before washing it: simply massage a generous amount of oil into the scalp and lengths and leave on for about 10 minutes. In order to maximize the hydrating effect of the oil, wrap your hair in a towel while you wait. When you’re done, simply wash your hair as usual. You’ll find that your hair is much softer after washing.
If you’d like, you can also apply the oil before styling your hair. Warm a few drops of oil between your hands, then apply through the lengths of your hair (don’t forget the ends!) in order to leave them glossy and fragrant. You can also apply the oil directly to your hairbrush (a little spritz will do) and comb through your hair for a charming, satin-soft shine that will also help you reduce frizz. Win-win!
Can I use NUXE Huile Prodigieuse on stretch marks?
Body oils are great for stretch marks; so yes, you can use NUXE Huile Prodigieuse on stretch marks! As soon as you spot them, massage the oil on the desired areas (legs, stomach, etc), using soft circular motions over the stretch marks you want to reduce.
Keep in mind that the sooner you take care of stretch marks, the better; once they’ve turned white, it will be extremely difficult to reduce their appearance.
What is the composition of NUXE Huile Prodigieuse?
Being 98% natural, Huile Prodigieuse contains 7 precious botanical oils that thoroughly hydrate, nourish, and repair the skin and hair. Here’s a list of all the oils, so you know exactly what you’ll find in each precious bottle of this iconic dry oil:
- Tsubaki flower oil → rich in antioxidants;
- Camellia seed oil → hydrates and nourishes the skin through the properties of omega-9;
- Argan oil → nourishes and repairs the hair;
- Almond oil → rich in fatty acids including omega-6 and -9;
- Borage oil → improves the elasticity of the skin;
- Hazelnut oil → contains over 70% omega-9;
- Macadamia oil → a serum-like oil that is easily absorbed by the skin without leaving a greasy finish.
Last, but not least, the oil is also enriched with vitamin E, which brings added antioxidant benefits.
Is NUXE Huile Prodigieuse vegan?
Yes, NUXE Huile Prodigieuse is vegan. It contains 98% natural ingredients, none of which are of animal origin. On top of that, it is formulated without a single drop of mineral oils, preservatives, and silicones. If you’re looking for a vegan dry oil for your skin and hair, this is a great option!
How to choose the right NUXE Huile Prodigieuse?
NUXE Huile Prodigieuse is available in four different versions, so you’ll always be able to find the one that suits your needs:
The original Huile Prodigieuse, with 7 precious botanical oils and 98% natural ingredients, provides long-lasting hydration for the face, body, and hair. Its satin-soft dry oil texture feels beautiful on the skin, and it brings a legendary fragrance with notes of orange blossom, magnolia and vanilla.
Huile Prodigieuse Riche is a rich, more nourishing version of the original. It maintains the same texture and fragrance, and it’s formulated with the same 7 botanical oils. However, it contains a higher concentration of macadamia oil, which makes it intensely nourishing and, therefore, perfect for very dry skin types.
Huile Prodigieuse Shimmer brings a new touch of glamour. The shimmering formula nourishes and softens as much as the original oil, but its formula is enriched with ultra-fine mineral pearls, which illuminate the skin and hair and create a captivating effect.
Last, but not least, Huile Prodigieuse Floral is a new, delicate variation that switches up the fragrance of the original oil. This moisturizing oil has the same dry oil texture and works equally well on the body, face and hair; this time, however, it is presented in a delicate pink color and fragranced with notes of grapefruit peel, magnolia and musk.
Where to buy NUXE Huile Prodigieuse?
This oil may be an icon of French beauty, but that doesn’t mean you can only buy it in France. In fact, you can buy NUXE Huile Prodigieuse at Care To Beauty, our online store that delivers the best of European beauty right to your door.
