soins de la peau
The English phrase "skincare" is translated into French as soins de la peau.
soins de la peau refers to the care of the skin. You can also use soins du corps if you want to specify body skincare.
Meaning: care of the skin (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase soins de la peau is composed of soins (care/treatments), de la (of the) and peau (skin).
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form soins de la peau is the standard way to refer to the skincare industry or a routine. However, the singular soin de la peau can be used to refer to one specific treatment.
Did you know?
- The word peau is used in the idiom avoir la peau dure, which means to be emotionally tough or stubborn rather than having thick skin physically.
- French pharmacy culture is so distinct that soins de la peau are often categorized by 'pharmacie' (medical grade) versus 'parapharmacie' (wellness and cosmetic grade).
- When French speakers talk about a 'skincare routine', they often use the word rituel, implying a more spiritual or mindful experience than a simple habit.
Examples in context
- Les soins de la peau sont essentiels pour maintenir une peau saine et lumineuse.Skincare is essential to maintain healthy and radiant skin.
- J'utilise des produits cosmétiques pour la peau fabriqués à partir d'ingrédients naturels.I use skincare cosmetics made from natural ingredients.
- Tu utilises quels produits de beauté pour prendre soin de ta peau ?Which beauty products do you use to take care of your skin?
- Il est important de prendre soin de sa peau en utilisant des produits adaptés à son type de peau.It is important to take care of your skin by using products suitable for your skin type.
- Ma routine beauté comprend différentes étapes pour hydrater et protéger ma peau.My beauty routine includes different steps to hydrate and protect my skin.
- Elle achète des soins de la peau bio.She buys organic skincare.
- Ces soins de la peau sont très efficaces.These skincare products are very effective.
- Je cherche des soins de la peau naturels.I am looking for natural skincare.
Example conversation
Léa and Gabriel are at a pharmacy.
- LéaGabriel, tu as vu ces soins de la peau ?Gabriel, did you see this skincare?
- GabrielOui, ils sont en promotion aujourd'hui.Yes, they are on sale today.
- LéaOn devrait en prendre pour toi.We should get some for you.
- GabrielC'est une très bonne idée, merci.That is a very good idea, thank you.
