I inquired with three French women about the beauty products they pack in their beach bags—23 stylish must-haves.

      French women are often seen as epitomes of effortless, understated beauty, and during heat waves exceeding 30°C, their routines become even more simplified. Instead of red lipstick, they reach for tinted lip balm, and some even skip makeup entirely, packing only essential skincare products like serum-like sunscreen and facial mist. You might even spot unexpected items like a cooling jelly sheet mask nestled in their straw bags. Essentially, if you're searching for summer beauty tips that emphasize "work smarter, not harder," a French woman’s beach bag would offer great insights. If that's not feasible, you can still get inspired by scrolling down. I asked three of the trendiest French women I know to share their must-have holiday essentials for every vacation scenario. Your summer journey awaits!

      **Franny Fyne, Content Creator**

      I shouldn’t be surprised that Paris-based content creator Franny Fyne, with her delicate French-girl bangs and a minimalist wardrobe, has a precise vacation beauty routine. "On holiday, my regimen takes just five minutes," she says, mentioning l'Ampolla—a quaint Catalan village—as her top getaway. "Several beaches, a lovely house a few kilometers away amidst olive trees, and a timeless atmosphere… It’s my anchor, my annual reset for years." Though she hasn't finalized her plans for this year, she notes, "l'Ampolla requires little, and that’s what makes it [her] personal paradise." When she does plan the trip, she’ll pack only the essentials: sunscreen, a gel face mask she chills overnight ("I bring it out when the heat really peaks—everyone around me is always pleasantly surprised and I get immediate relief," she jokes), and a few "no-makeup" makeup products for a fresh, dewy look. "Allowing my skin to breathe while adding just a hint of radiance makes all the difference," she adds. All her essentials—along with a book, a pareo skirt, and sun oil—fit into her wicker basket, which she considers the ultimate European summer accessory. "It embodies that relaxed elegance that’s hard to replicate," she explains. "It sets the mood even before you step onto the sand. Ultimately, it’s the most French thing there is."

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      **ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Skin Protection Fluid SPF 50**

      "On holiday, my skincare routine is simpler but still effective. Sun protection is non-negotiable," she asserts. Her favorites, including this Elemis option, share three characteristics: "They’re fluid, don’t leave a white residue, and are suitable for all skin types," she explains. "I use them alone or as the last step after my other products have absorbed."

      "When I desire a glow, I apply the Merit Great Skin Instant Radiance Serum just before the sunscreen," she reveals. "One additional step yields one extra luminous outcome."

      **Avène Thermal Spring Water**

      "My morning ritual includes a water rinse, the Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray for soothing, a glass of warm lemon water—for inner and outer care—then my skincare routine, followed by sun protection," Fyne states.

      "Merit naturally made its way into my bag. I appreciate their philosophy as much as their products: a cohesive line aimed at simplification. I take their Minimalist stick in two shades, depending on my tan: Taurillon and Cacao. [I also use] the Flush Balm on my cheeks and lips for a hint of color that blends seamlessly into the skin," she adds.

      **Laura Mercier Tinted Blur Balm Skin Tint**

      Fyne lauds the Laura Mercier Tinted Blur Balm, describing it as a "true gem, as light as a second skin."

      **Matière Première Vanilla Powder Eau de Parfum**

      "For fragrance, I turn to Matière Première Vanilla Powder. The notes are outstanding, and I constantly get asked for a reference whenever I wear it," she shares.

      **Sophie Carbonari, Celebrity Aesthetician**

      "I don't plan my summers. I’ve decided that spontaneity is the finest luxury I can grant myself at this moment. I simply close my studio when I want to escape," says Paris-based celebrity aesthetician Sophie Carbonari. This statement solidifies her status as the chicest Parisian I know—if I hadn’t already deemed her iconic. Typically, however, she starts her summer in Arles for a week-long retreat, kicking off with the Rencontres d'Arles photography festival. "Breakfast at Mazette, lunch at Nord-Pinus (where I work from my laptop), afternoons exploring at L'Arlatan, shopping at Moustique, flamenco nights, and dinner at Inari. From there, I visit friends in Marseille, then off to the Amalfi Coast—Naples and its surroundings. I enjoy everything I love: art, sea, food, and sun," she reflects. "But