There’s something about French skincare that just hits differently.
And now, one luxe new launch is quietly gaining traction at Chemist Warehouse thanks to a powerful claim that’s turning heads: it doubles collagen production.
Say hello to Avène DermAbsolu Reshaping Night Cream, the latest skincare innovation from the cult-favourite French pharmacy brand.
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If the name sounds clinical, that’s because it is. Avène is known for its science-backed formulas made for sensitive skin, and this latest cream might just be their best yet.
Tucked in a sleek little blue jar and priced at around $58, the DermAbsolu Reshaping Night Cream is more than your average moisturiser.
It’s designed to work overnight to visibly lift, plump and hydrate mature or tired skin, and yes, the brand says it boosts collagen production by up to two times vs Retinol, collagen, XVII in vitro study.
That means firmer, glowier skin by morning.
What makes it so effective?
The formula is a mix of three hard-hitting activities that are popular in high-end skincare:
- One per cent Bakuchiol, a plant-based alternative to retinol that’s ideal for sensitive skin.
- Two per cent Pro-Ceramides, to strengthen the skin barrier and deeply nourish.
- Two per cent Niacinamide, to brighten and even out skin tone.
Together, these ingredients help resculpt, identify and restore the skin and in clinical studies, they’ve been shown to significantly improve skin texture, tone and elasticity.
The cream is also intensely moisturising, so you wake up with softer, more supple skin after just one night.
Designed to combat the so-called “Triangle of Youth” inversion (when volume and radiance drop as we age), this night cream goes beyond surface hydration.
It aims to rebuild structure, improve tone, and deeply nourish skin that’s losing density, all while being gentle enough for sensitive skin types.
How to use it
Avène recommends applying the cream to your face, neck and décolletage in the evening after using their DermAbsolu Concentrated Serum and Eye Cream for the best results.
Think of it as the final, ultra-rich step in your PM routine.
While the brand is already a staple in many Australian beauty cabinets (especially among dermatologists and those with reactive skin), this launch gives Avène a firmer footing in the anti-ageing skincare category and so far, shoppers are impressed.
Early reviews call it “silky”, “soothing,” and “surprisingly effective” for its price point.
It’s available now at leading Chemist Warehouse stores and online, but as with many French pharmacy products, it’s expected to sell fast once the word spreads.
With a glow-up this easy, who wouldn’t want to wake up looking five years younger?
