From hanging backstage at fashion week or on set for shoots, we've spied plenty of makeup artists with a specific blue and white tube of moisturizer in their kits. Now, the French cult classic cream from Embryolisse is launching in Target this week (Lait Crème Concentré, $28; target.com), so you don’t need a trip to France to stock up (even though Paris is always a good idea). Here are some of the reasons why makeup artists love it, and why you might want to consider adding it to your own regimen:
“I've found that it's gentle enough for everyone. When I worked during fashion weeks, I would find that many girls would do shows back-to-back; this helped calm the skin. It makes the texture of your feel smooth and even without being a true primer."—Allan Avendaño, makeup artist who works with Sarah Hyland and Zendaya
“Skincare is such a major part of a great makeup look. Dehydrated skin equals dry, flaky makeup, and this absorbs right into the skin and gives a beautiful glow. Makeup sits on top of it nicely without sliding or getting top shiny."—Daniel Chinchilla, makeup artist who works with Ariana Grande
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“I used this cream when I lived in Paris. It's quite rich, but works for those who need more hydration to get a glow."—Pati Dubroff, makeup artist who works Kate Bosworth and Kirsten Dunst
“This super-hydrating cream can act as a primer and as a makeup remover. It leaves the skin smooth and soft, allowing makeup to glide on seamlessly. The texture is a creamy lotion and just melts into the skin.”—Kira Nasrat, makeup artist who works with Gwyneth Paltrow and Jamie Chung
