In the bathroom of Romain Broussard, Communications Director at Carel

"'Growing old is inevitable, you just have to try to do it well.' I do my best to apply this philosophy on a daily basis. For me, beauty is above all a question of balance: eating well, exercising, taking care of yourself (physically and mentally). I believe in natural beauty, for both men and women. Wrinkles can be charming, and I always prefer a fresh, authentic look to an overly made-up face. 'It's by highlighting our imperfections that we reveal our true beauty, because authenticity is what makes us unique.'

To maintain your skin, all you need is the right gestures, good habits and good care, especially moisturizing products that respect the skin. It's a long-term job, and for me, beauty lies mainly in the natural."

"I've always taken good care of myself and I'm quite sporty: when I was younger, I did a lot of tennis and dancing. My mother attached great importance to well-being and aesthetics, so I quickly learned the right gestures. At the time, it wasn't as democratized, but what really changed for me was my awareness of the impact of the sun on the skin. After several masterclasses with cosmetics brands, I realized its long-term effect. Today, I almost systematically include sun protection in my moisturizing routine." 

"When I took over my job at Carel six years ago, I had to develop my network: influencers, KOLs, potential partners... So I went to a lot of events in the industry, and that's how I myself was approached by brands, particularly in the cosmetics field. By testing their products, I discovered many houses and learned a lot about skin care, hair growth and so on. Without realizing it, my job has encouraged me to pay more attention to myself, especially as image plays an important role in networking. Naturally introverted, I've also realized that well-being comes from taking a step back after a busy day of meetings and exchanges. Taking time out for myself at the end of the day, and doing some sport, are essential to rebalance the energy spent."

"I love testing new cosmetics, but certain products remain staples in my routine. 

• Le Eye Contour Balm Oh My Cream Skincare : it's an automatic gesture for me every morning. It moisturizes, decongests and brightens the eyes.

• La Mer creams: I change skincare products often, but if I had to name one brand that I never tire of, it would be La Mer. Their moisturizing cream is a must-have for nourished, plump skin.

• As I know I shouldn't always use the same cream, when I need a richer cream in winter, I love The Rich Cream Augustinus Bader. 

• La Exfoliating Powder Oh My Cream Skincare: I try to exfoliate at least twice a week, and this one is just amazing at smoothing and brightening skin.

• Lip balm: always in my bag or on my bedside table, I can't do without it to keep my lips moisturized at all times.

• Combeau food supplements: Discovered thanks to my friend Erika, who works at Oh My Cream, I take them every morning with my coffee. With active ingredients for skin, hair and nails, they really make a difference. I recently added Collagen Combeau. I mix it with water or a drink, and when I'm diligent, my skin is visibly more beautiful and plumped up.

These are my essentials, but I also like to regularly test new skincare products to prevent my skin from getting too used to them!"

"I like to take care of myself at two key times of the day: in the morning, with my cosmetics routine, which gives me a good start to the day, and in the evening, with sport, which helps me both unwind and refocus."

"Time is something you have to find. You really have to try to make time for yourself. If you don't take at least half an hour in the morning and half an hour in the evening, you start to develop bad habits. And that has repercussions on the rest of the day, especially on concentration. That's why I always try to maintain this routine, so I don't lose track. 

Carel's president, Frederique Piccard, manages to make time for yoga and pilates, even though her schedule is overflowing with appointments! So when I hear "I don't have the time", I usually have a little doubt... Let's just say it's often a very good excuse...! ;)"

"I'd take the Sun Care Fluid SPF50 Oh My Cream Skincare in my vacation kit, because I now protect my skin from UV every day in summer, even without direct exposure or on overcast days. I particularly like its fluid texture, which is lighter and more comfortable than a classic sun cream, while still offering high protection.

And the skincare product I'll be taking with me this summer too is Le Collagène from Combeau. I really like it, not least because it has very little taste and is easy to integrate into my daily routine. What's more, it improves the complexion without you noticing, so that's a real plus! Marine collagen powder or dietary supplements are ideal when you have a busy life: you take care of yourself without even thinking about it."

"Carel and Oh My Cream share the same philosophy: that of longevity. Like beautiful leather that develops a patina over time, Oh My Cream skincare products preserve and sublimate the skin day after day. A collaboration where elegance and longevity meet

This collaboration was an obvious choice, and even without having planned it, here we are, recently neighbors in the Marais. A meeting that had to happen!" 

"I'm of course taking this beauty routine with me on vacation this summer! I often go to Madrid and the Basque Country, where I have quite a few roots, and like almost every summer, I'll be going back this year. In addition to my usual routine, I'm going all out with sun cream to protect me from UV rays!"

"One of the best beauty tips I've ever been given is the importance of hydration, and not just with a good cream, but also through what you drink and eat. Drinking lots of water and eating a healthy diet are more than 50% of the work involved in achieving beautiful skin. The skincare products we apply are complementary, but if the base isn't there, it shows right away!"