from LoisCK

The French Beauty Solution, written by Mathilde Thomas the co-founder with her husband of the skincare line Caudalie, has written a joyful book about beauty for women. The essence of her message is that women should take pleasure in taking care of their skin and hair in the most healthy way possi...

from michigantrumpet

In the final reel of the movie, Trading Places, our comedic heroes have a satisfied exchange: "Looking good, Billy Ray!" "Feeling good, Louis!" The same exchange neatly summarizes Mathilde Thomas' beauty philosophy. Beauty is inner directed. One's regimen should be a pleasure to accomplish, not a...

from schmootc

This author has a decent point of view, the content is as-billed, covering health and beauty 'secrets' from a bona fide French woman. It's definitely a book for readers who like their content in bite-size pieces. The experience was more like reading a series of magazine articles than an actual bo...

from LibStaff2

4.25-4.5 Stars A natural beauty basics guide that's well-written, personable, and informative. This how-to book is organized nicely and the tips are easy to follow. Some of the sections include skincare (lots of info on skincare), hair care, and makeup suggestions. I found the part on skincare in...

from freckles1987

The French Beauty Solution can come off a bit ...informercial-ish at times, which is probably to be expected since Thomas' connection to the brand Caudalie is mentioned right on the cover. Despite that fact, this book presents a relaxed approach to skin care including recipes, a history of her bu...