Best-Selling Skincare Products at Brasty

Nine Skincare Products You Order Most Often from Us

Whether you're dealing with sensitive skin that reacts to almost everything or dry skin after winter, looking at what others are actually ordering can be a good starting point. That's why this overview isn't based on editorial impressions or what's currently looking good on the shelf. It is based on orders placed for skincare and body care products on Brasty over the last thirty days.

The difference is more significant than it appears at first glance. An editorial tip tells you what someone finds interesting. A ranking based on actual purchases, on the other hand, shows you which products customers repeatedly return to – and in cosmetics, that's usually a reliable sign that the product does what it's supposed to and is easy to use even after several months.

The selection of nine products we'll go through in this article isn't a random pick from one shelf. It covers four different steps of care, so even someone without a well-developed routine can find something suitable:

• Cleansing and Makeup Removal – Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water and Bioderma Sébium Foaming Gel Cleanser.
• Daily Hydration – Bioderma Hydrabio Serum, Vichy Minéral 89 Hyaluronic Booster, and Vichy Aqualia Thermal Cream.
• Mature Skin Care – Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist Night Care and La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Serum.
• Body Care – Bioderma Atoderm range and La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ M Balm.

One thing is clear from the composition of the ranking, which is worth mentioning right from the start: three brands – Bioderma, Vichy, and La Roche-Posay – together make up the majority of the turnover for the entire category. This is neither a coincidence nor a fashion trend. All three are based on a dermatologically oriented approach, have comprehensible formulations, and their products can be combined without worrying about them interfering with each other.

For each of the nine products, we won't just say that it sells well. We'll explain why it remains at the top of the list, for which skin type or condition it makes sense, and at what step of the routine to include it. Sometimes it's the volume and longevity of the packaging, other times it's the tolerance for sensitive skin or an active ingredient with years of use behind it.

Therefore, consider the following overview more as a navigational map rather than a shopping list. No ranking can replace the experience of getting to know your own skin – but it serves well when you're choosing the first product in a new category and want to start with something that has proven itself to a larger number of people.

Cleansing and Makeup Removal: Bioderma Sensibio H2O and Bioderma Sébium

Whether you're dealing with sensitive skin that reacts to almost everything or shine in the T-zone, it all starts with cleansing. Without it, there's no point in layering serums or creams – they would just sit on top of makeup and oil. In our Cleansing and Makeup Removal category, two products from the same brand have been long-standing favorites, each targeting completely different needs: Bioderma Sensibio H2O micellar water in a 500 ml bottle and Bioderma Sébium foaming gel cleanser in a 400 ml bottle.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O 500 ml for Sensitive Skin

Sensibio H2O is a micellar water formulated for sensitive skin. It removes makeup from the face and eye area without rinsing or scrubbing – simply hold a cotton pad on the skin for a moment to let the makeup dissolve on its own. This method of use is why people who find traditional cleansing gels leave their skin feeling tight reach for it.

The popularity of the large bottle has a straightforward explanation. Micellar water is used up faster than you might expect: if you remove makeup every day and also use it in the morning instead of washing, a small bottle will last barely a few weeks. The half-liter bottle is therefore more economical per milliliter and saves you from having to restock every month.

Sensibio H2O makes sense when:

• you have sensitive or reactive skin that doesn't respond well to rinse-off cleansing,
• you want to gently remove makeup from the eye area and lips,
• you're looking for a quick morning cleanse that doesn't burden the skin unnecessarily,
• you wear lighter makeup at home and don't need a two-step cleansing process.

Bioderma Sébium 400 ml for Oily-Prone Skin

The Sébium foaming gel addresses the opposite need. It's aimed at combination to oily skin that gets shiny during the day, has more prominent pores, and tends to develop imperfections. For such skin, makeup removal alone is usually not enough – it requires more thorough cleansing to remove excess oil without leaving the skin feeling tight and stretched.

The gel is applied to a damp face, lathered, and rinsed off with water, making it a perfect fit for both morning and evening routines at the sink or even in the shower. The 400 ml bottle is designed for long-term use, and Bioderma also offers a refill of the same volume, which is appreciated by anyone who uses the gel twice a day.

Sébium makes sense when:

• you notice shine on your forehead, nose, and chin by midday,
• you have skin prone to imperfections and enlarged pores,
• you prefer traditional water cleansing over makeup removal with a cotton pad,
• you're looking for a cleanser that won't leave your skin dry.

How to Choose Between Them

The key is what your skin does during the day, not what you're used to buying. If it doesn't get shiny and tends to react with redness or tightness, start with Sensibio H2O. If shine is a regular issue and you're also dealing with imperfections, Sébium will serve you better.

Both forms are not mutually exclusive. When you wear heavier makeup or sunscreen, it makes sense to combine them: micellar water removes the colored cosmetics, and the foaming gel then cleanses the rest. On the other hand, if you're only getting one product, choose based on the predominant condition of your skin and return to the second step once you know what you're missing. You'll find more options for micellar waters, cleansing gels, and makeup removal oils in our Cleansing and Makeup Removal category.

Hydration as a Foundation: Bioderma Hydrabio, Vichy Minéral 89, and Aqualia Thermal

Skincare is the largest segment of facial and body cosmetics, accounting for about half of the total category sales. This is no coincidence. Hydration is a step that makes sense regardless of age, skin type, or season, and it appears in orders more frequently than any targeted treatment. Whether you're dealing with the feeling of tight skin during the day or looking for a lighter layer under makeup, the beginning is always the same: provide your skin with moisture and help it retain it.

Before we dive into specific products, it's worth distinguishing between three formats that are often confused in discussions. Serum is a concentrated treatment with a light texture, applied to cleansed skin first, targeting a specific need. A booster is an even lighter intermediate step – it doesn't replace a cream but enhances it and prepares the skin for what's to follow. A cream is the final layer that seals the care and adds a richer, nourishing component. The three products we're discussing cover exactly this trio, allowing you to create a routine based on how your skin is behaving.

Bioderma Hydrabio Serum Moisturising Concentrate 40 ml is currently a clear seasonal leader in the category – it sold several times more in the last month than in the same period last year. It makes sense: it's designed for dehydrated skin, a condition where the skin lacks water, even if it isn't dry by itself. You'll recognize it by the tired and dull appearance of the skin, and makeup doesn't hold well. The serum is suitable for both morning and evening on clean skin and leaves room for the cream you're accustomed to.

Vichy Minéral 89 Hyaluron Booster 75 ml is the opposite pole of the same consideration. It works with hyaluronic acid and thermal water and is designed as a light intermediate step, not as standalone care. It will be appreciated mainly by those of you who already have a set routine and don't want to change it – the booster simply fits between cleansing and your usual cream. Thanks to its fresh texture, it's also suitable for skin that finds richer products unnecessarily heavy, typically in warmer months.

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream 50 ml completes the trio on the opposite end of the spectrum. The "Rich" designation indicates that it's a richer variant intended for drier skin and colder months, when the skin endures transitions between frost and heated interiors. If a light gel cream isn't enough for you in winter and you feel tightness in the afternoon, this is a logical replacement – and a good partner to a serum or booster, as it doesn't do the same job but builds on it.

So how do you layer them? The order follows a simple rule: from the lightest texture to the richest.

• Apply a booster or serum, or both, to cleansed skin first – starting with the lighter of the two.
• Let the layer absorb for a moment before moving to the next step; it doesn't have to be long, just a few seconds.
• Apply the cream last. It seals the previous care and adds a nourishing component that neither the serum nor booster offers.
• Finish your morning routine with a product containing SPF, if you include it in your care.

You don't have to buy all three at once. If you're just starting, you can get by with one extra step: add a serum or booster to your regular cream and see if your skin feels different during the day. Then, simply shift to a richer texture for winter and return to a lighter one in summer. This seasonal change is why hydrating products remain stable in orders throughout the year, with only the leading product changing.

Mature Skin and Retinol: Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist Night and La Roche-Posay Retinol B3

This section of the ranking is somewhat of an exception. While micellar water or shower oil can be bought for a few hundred crowns, here we are in the highest price range of our skincare products – and yet both of the following products remain among the bestsellers. The explanation is quite simple: caring for wrinkles, firmness, and uneven skin tone is not a one-time purchase, but a long-term project. Once someone finds a product that suits them, they usually stick with it and buy it repeatedly.

Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist Night 50 ml is a night cream for those of you who want to work on skin firmness at a time when you don't have to worry about anything else. It is applied in the evening on cleansed skin as the last step of the evening routine, the texture is richer than daytime moisturizers and has the space to be absorbed overnight. It is priced around eight hundred crowns, so it is not an impulsive purchase – it makes more sense when you have already sorted out cleansing and basic hydration and want to take your care a step further.

La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Serum 30 ml is, on the other hand, an entry into retinol care for those who have no experience with it yet. As the name suggests, it combines retinol with vitamin B3 (niacinamide) and is designed as a gradual start, not a sudden treatment. The serum is applied in the evening under a night cream or balm, and its strength lies in regularity – not in how much you apply at once.

How to Introduce Retinol so Your Skin Accepts It

Retinol is a substance that is worth starting with cautiously. In the first weeks, the skin is just adapting, and a quick start often results in irritation, dryness, or peeling. Here are a few practical rules to ease the transition:

• Start twice a week in the evening and gradually increase the frequency depending on how your skin reacts.
• Apply a thin layer on dry, cleansed skin and handle the sensitive eye area with a separate product – for example, La Roche-Posay Redermic Retinol Anti-Ageing Eye Concentrate 15 ml.
• Retinol is exclusively for the evening routine, as it is not stable in light.
• During the day, be sure to use sun protection. If you're looking for a cream that combines this with care for mature skin, consider Vichy Liftactiv B3 SPF 50 50 ml.
• Do not combine retinol in one evening with other strong active ingredients, such as acids or vitamin C – alternate them every other day instead.
• On days when you skip retinol, opt for simpler hydration and let your skin rest.

And one more thing that's fair to say out loud: neither of these products works overnight. Results with products for mature skin are assessed over weeks to months of regular use, and it greatly depends on the condition of your skin and your age when you start. If you have very sensitive skin or are dealing with specific skin issues, we recommend consulting a dermatologist. The same applies during pregnancy and breastfeeding, when retinoids are usually advised against.

If you're unsure which of these two to start with, consider what bothers you more about your skin. If you want to support firmness and prefer a simple routine, the night cream makes sense. If you're more concerned about skin texture and uneven tone and are willing to spend a few weeks patiently introducing it, start with the serum.

Body Care Finale: Bioderma Atoderm and La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume

Body care is the second strongest category in our range of facial and body cosmetics, right after facial care – and this is clearly reflected in our orders. While customers often switch serums and creams for the face according to the season, body care is purchased in large packages and repeatedly. The last pair in the ranking therefore looks different from the previous items: instead of 30ml bottles, we have a liter and four hundred milliliters.

Bioderma Atoderm Huile de Douche 1000 ml – the best-selling item in the entire category

The Bioderma Atoderm Huile de Douche shower oil holds the top spot not only in body care but in the entire portfolio of facial and body cosmetics. The reason is practical: it is a cleansing product for dry and atopic skin that turns into a gentle emulsion in the shower and leaves no tight skin feeling after rinsing. This is exactly the moment when a regular shower gel fails with sensitive skin.

The liter-sized package also matches how this type of product is actually used. It's not a product you buy once a year to try out – in households where more family members have dry skin, it is used up within a few weeks. Try it if:

• your skin regularly itches or feels tight on your legs and arms after showering,
• you're looking for a cleansing product for the whole family, including children prone to atopy,
• you switch from regular shower gel to something gentler in winter,
• you prefer one large package instead of several small bottles.

If you prefer the classic gel consistency over oil, opt for the Bioderma Atoderm Gel Douche Gentle Shower Gel 1000 ml. It’s from the same line, addresses the same type of skin, and ranks right behind the oil in our list.

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ M 400 ml – a step after showering

The La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ M body balm is a follow-up step, not an alternative. The shower oil gently cleanses the skin, and the balm then moisturizes and helps retain moisture. The combination of a cleansing product and balm from the same care logic is usually more effective for dry skin than even the best individual product.

The balm has a thicker, rich texture but spreads easily and absorbs before you can put on your shirt. The 400 ml bottle with a pump is aimed at daily use all over the body. An alternative from the Bioderma portfolio is the Atoderm PP Baume Ultra-Nourishing Balm 500 ml, which also appears in the ranking and serves the same role.

How to choose from the nine based on skin type

The entire ranking can be summed up with a simple recommendation. Choose one product from it, not all nine:

• Sensitive skin – Bioderma Sensibio H2O micellar water as a cleansing base.
• Oily and problematic skin – Bioderma Sébium Foaming Gel Cleanser.
• Dehydrated skin – Bioderma Hydrabio Serum, Vichy Minéral 89, or Vichy Aqualia Thermal Rich Cream.
• Mature skin – Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist Night Care or La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Serum.
• Dry body skin – Bioderma Atoderm Huile de Douche and La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+ M.

Nine products from one ranking never provide a single universal routine – but they give you a good idea of what has worked for other customers over the long term. All the mentioned items can be found together in the facial and body cosmetics category, and we can help you choose if you're unsure between two options.