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Lait E.V. Milk Cleanser

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NOURISHING CLEANSE
Lait E.V. Milk Cleanser
Biologique Recherche
(17)
Benefits
  • Hydrating
  • Anti-Wrinkle
  • Plumping
  • Antioxidant
  • Nourishing
  • Barrier-Strengthening

Biologique Recherche Lait E.V. is a nourishing milk cleanser that removes impurities and hydrates the skin. Enriched with essential fatty acids, Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamins E and F, it deeply nourishes and soothes dry, sensitive and normal skin, leaving it feeling smooth and comforted.

Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid penetrates the skin to deliver immediate and lasting moisture deep within the epidermis. Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection against environmental aggressors encountered during the day, preserving the skin's integrity as it cleanses.

Coconut Derived Esters form the gentle, skin-identical cleansing base that dissolves impurities and makeup without disrupting the lipid barrier.

A complementary blend of Luffa Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Tsubaki Oil and Avocado Oil nourishes and conditions throughout the cleansing process, leaving the skin visibly soft, smooth and thoroughly replenished.

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Biologique Recherche Lait E.V. is a nourishing milk cleanser that removes impurities and hydrates the skin. Enriched with essential fatty acids, Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamins E and F, it deeply nourishes and soothes dry, sensitive and normal skin, leaving it feeling smooth and comforted.

Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid penetrates the skin to deliver immediate and lasting moisture deep within the epidermis. Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection against environmental aggressors encountered during the day, preserving the skin's integrity as it cleanses.

Coconut Derived Esters form the gentle, skin-identical cleansing base that dissolves impurities and makeup without disrupting the lipid barrier.

A complementary blend of Luffa Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Tsubaki Oil and Avocado Oil nourishes and conditions throughout the cleansing process, leaving the skin visibly soft, smooth and thoroughly replenished.

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More Info

  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
Who it is for
Green tick
For you if

Dry Skin

Dehydrated Skin

Flaky Skin

Reactive Skin

Sensitive Skin

Red Cross
Not For you if

Oily Skin

Acne-Prone

Active Acne

Prefer Light Textures


Not sure? Consult an expert.

How to Apply
Apply Biologique Recherche Lait E.V. cleanser with fingers or with the BR Face Glove to face, neck, and décolleté, using light circular movements. Remove with slightly moist pads or rinse off with cold water. Repeat steps to complete a second cleansing.
Ingredients

Scroll down the page for a full breakdown of the active ingredients.

Water (Aqua), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Glycerin, Squalane, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil, Luffa Cylindrica Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Caprylyl Glycol.


Please note: The ingredients listed in this product are subject to change as the formulation is updated. We aim to update the INCI list as soon as possible, but we encourage you to read the ingredient list on the product itself to ensure it's suitable for your personal use.

Smell & Texture

Smells Like: It has a clean, subtle, slightly botanical scent.

Texture: A thick, milky cleanser with a smooth texture. Lighter than a cream but more substantial than a typical cleanser..

About the Brand
Brand logo
Founded in Paris in the late 1970s by biologist Yvan Allouche and physiotherapist Josette Allouche, Biologique Recherche began as a laboratory for bespoke, high-performance formulas for elite skin professionals. Their medical-grade precision and artisanal formulation, paired with consummate savoir-faire, underpin their reputation for outstanding, clinically proven results.

Biologique Recherche treats skin according to its Skin Instant©, the skin’s precise, evolving state. Each formula is loaded with active ingredients in exceptional concentrations, then prescribed to address those real-time needs. This precision approach corrects imbalances, restores function, and delivers visible, lasting transformation.

Cold-processed actives are the core of Biologique Recherche. Formulated at 18–25°C, this method avoids the 70°C heat of standard processing that breaks down actives. Botanical, marine, and biotechnological extracts stay intact for higher absorption, stronger repair, and better tolerance. Antioxidants, peptides, and enzymes remain stable, ensuring consistent, visible results.

The Benefits

  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss
  • - + Prevents Collagen Breakdown
Hydrating

Hydration is a fundamental part of healthy skincare, focusing on maintaining and restoring the skin’s water content. Well-hydrated skin appears plump, smooth and radiant, while dehydration can lead to dullness, tightness, fine lines and increased sensitivity.
Hydrating the skin can work through a fascinating mix of ingredients with different roles. Humectants like hyaluronic acid and glycerin act like water magnets, pulling water into the skin to instantly plump and smooth, while Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs)—such as urea, amino acids and sodium PCA—mimic the skin’s own hydration system, helping it hold onto water and stay balanced from within.
Adding humectants like hyaluronic acid to your routine will restore your skin's healthy glow, minimize fine lines, and provide a plumping effect.

Anti-Wrinkle

Anti-wrinkle skincare is focused on both preventing and visibly reducing the formation of lines by targeting the structural and dynamic causes of wrinkles within the skin. Fine lines and deeper wrinkles develop as collagen and elastin decline, cell turnover slows and repeated facial movements create creases that become etched over time. Advanced formulations address these mechanisms through a combination of elastin-stimulating actives, smoothing peptides that help relax the appearance of expression lines, and deeply hydrating ingredients that plump the skin from within. By reinforcing the skin’s architecture while softening surface contractions and improving elasticity, anti-wrinkle skincare delivers a visibly smoother complexion.

Plumping

Plumping involves using active ingredients to boost the production of key structural components like collagen, the dermal-epidermal junction and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), giving your skin more volume and density. Collagen provides structural support and firmness, while the dermal-epidermal junction, a thin connective layer, ensures smooth, wrinkle-free skin by facilitating cell communication. GAGs, like hyaluronic acid, keep your skin hydrated and plump from within. By stimulating these components, active ingredients help restore your skin's plumpness and radiance.

Antioxidant

Antioxidant skincare is dedicated to protecting the skin against oxidative stress—one of the primary drivers of premature ageing and cellular damage—while preserving overall skin integrity and vitality. These formulations rely on potent molecules such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and polyphenols, which neutralize free radicals generated by UV exposure and environmental aggressors before they can compromise cellular structures like lipids, proteins, and DNA. Beyond defence, many antioxidants also support repair processes and enhance collagen stability, contributing to improved firmness, brightness and resilience. The result is skin that is not only shielded from ongoing damage but maintained in a healthier, more luminous state over time.

Nourishing

Nourishing skincare focuses on replenishing the skin with essential lipids, nutrients, and bioactive compounds to restore comfort, resilience, and optimal function. When the skin is depleted—whether through environmental stress, over-exfoliation, or natural ageing—it can become dry, fragile, and less able to protect itself. Nourishing formulations work to rebuild the lipid barrier using ingredients rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, helping to reinforce the skin’s structure while supporting repair and reducing moisture loss. By restoring what the skin lacks, this approach leaves it softer, stronger, and more supple.

Skin Barrier Strengthening

Strengthening your skin barrier involves replenishing the key elements in the top layer of your skin (stratum corneum), leading to a stronger and healthier barrier. These essential elements include lipids (ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol) and Natural Moisturizing Factors (amino acids, hyaluronic acid, etc.). Various factors, such as incorrect skincare use, seasonal changes, and aesthetic treatments, can damage your skin barrier. When this happens, your skin loses excess water through Trans Epidermal Water Loss (T.E.W.L) and becomes less capable of defending against environmental stressors, resulting in dryness, sensitivity, and irritation.

A healthy skin barrier is crucial for overall skin health as it helps prevent hydration loss, protects against environmental damage, and reduces the risk of skin conditions like eczema and acne. By strengthening your skin barrier, you ensure your skin remains well-hydrated, resilient, and protected.

Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss

Reducing Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) is key to maintaining your skin’s optimal hydration levels. By strengthening your skin’s natural barrier, these ingredients prevent water from escaping, keeping your skin well-hydrated and plump. The result is a smoother, more supple complexion with improved texture and resilience, giving you a healthier, more radiant look.

Prevents Collagen Breakdown

By preventing collagen breakdown (Collagenase), you preserve your skin's firmness and elasticity. Inhibiting the enzymes that degrade collagen helps maintain the skin's structural integrity, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This promotes a firmer, more lifted complexion. The result is resilient, plump skin that defies the signs of ageing, keeping you looking youthful and radiant.

  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Antioxidant
  • - + Nourishing
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Reduces Trans Epidermal Water Loss
  • - + Prevents Collagen Breakdown

Active Ingredients

  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Coconut Derived Esters
  • - + Luffa Oil
  • - + Raspberry Seed Oil
  • - + Tsubaki Oil
  • - + Avocado Oil
Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid

Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (LMW-HA) is a smaller, more penetrative form of hyaluronic acid. Unlike high molecular weight forms that primarily hydrate the skin’s surface, LMW-HA has the ability to penetrate deeper into the epidermis, where it attracts and binds water to maintain optimal moisture levels from within. This deep hydration helps improve skin elasticity, firmness and smoothness, while reducing the appearance of fine lines and dehydration-induced wrinkles. Additionally, it enhances overall suppleness, making the complexion look plumper and more resilient. It is ideal for dehydrated, dull or mature skin, and especially those in need of long-lasting hydration and improved texture.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a powerful oil-soluble antioxidant renowned for its excellent skin-protecting and replenishing properties. It helps prevent premature ageing by safeguarding skin cell membranes from damaging free radicals. Its nourishing qualities strengthen the skin barrier, enhancing resilience against environmental aggressors and improving water retention by reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Additionally, Vitamin E has soothing effect thanks to it anti-inflammatory properties.

Coconut Derived Esters

Coconut Derived Esters solubilises lipophilic dirt (dirt attracted to oils) and removes impurities for a very effective cleanse without stripping the skin and disturbing the skin barrier function.

Luffa Oil

Luffa Oil is supremely nourishing and repairing. It has a natural composition of 72% polyunsaturated fatty acids, of which 62% are essential fatty acids. This fatty acid content type is close to that of our body's and therefore restores the normal lipidic (oily) state of dry skins, and rebuilds enough oils to replenish optimal barrier function.

Raspberry Seed Oil

Raspberry Seed Oil is rich in Omegas 3 & 6, as well as Vitamin E. It stimulates the repair process, activates skin regeneration and reduces Trans epidermal Water Loss (TEWL), preventing dehydration.

Tsubaki Oil

Tsubaki Oil is very rich in Omega 9, which is a key component of sebum and lipids (oils). It has immense nourishing, antioxidant, protective and strengthening benefits as it replenishes the skin's barrier function. It also protects collagen due to it being able to inhibit the synthesis of MMP-1, which degrades collagen. Therefore, this ingredient firms the skin and reduces fine lines & wrinkles.

Avocado Oil

Avocado Oil is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (Omegas 3 & 6) and has healthy repairing, anti-inflammatory and nourishing properties. Furthermore, it is also extremely adept at preserving the barrier function and preventing Trans epidermal Water Loss (TEWL).

  • - + Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid
  • - + Vitamin E
  • - + Coconut Derived Esters
  • - + Luffa Oil
  • - + Raspberry Seed Oil
  • - + Tsubaki Oil
  • - + Avocado Oil
Targeting Dry & Keratinised Skin

Dry and keratinised skin is a common condition where the skin becomes rough, flaky, and thickened due to an excessive build-up of dead skin cells. This can lead to discomfort, itching, and a dull, uneven appearance, making a tailored skincare routine essential to bring relief and restore your skin’s natural glow.

Dry and keratinised skin is often caused by a lack of moisture, environmental stress, ageing, and skin conditions like eczema. These factors can weaken the skin’s natural barrier, leading to increased roughness and a loss of that soft, supple feeling we all strive for. When the skin’s moisture levels are low, dead skin cells build up on the surface, creating a thick, rough texture.

Cold weather, low humidity, and harsh skincare products can exacerbate dryness, while ageing naturally slows down the process of shedding old skin cells. Conditions such as eczema further disrupt the skin barrier, intensifying the feeling of dryness and discomfort.

The key to managing this condition lies in replenishing lost moisture and gently exfoliating to remove dead cells. Hydration helps to soothe and plump the skin, while exfoliation reveals a smoother, healthier surface.

Combined, these steps help restore the skin’s natural barrier and improve overall texture. Taking care of dry and keratinised skin means embracing a routine of consistent hydration and gentle exfoliation.

Many people find that with regular care, their skin becomes noticeably more comfortable, less rough, and beautifully brighter. The right products work to soothe, soften, and repair, giving you back that smooth, resilient skin you deserve.

Caring for dry and keratinised skin is about more than just addressing a condition — it’s about nurturing your skin back to its best self. By combining hydration and exfoliation, you can transform your skin, soothing discomfort and boosting your confidence.

With the right care, your skin will feel softer, smoother, and visibly healthier. Embrace a dedicated skincare routine that meets your unique needs and enjoy the comfort and resilience of skin that looks and feels revitalised.

Clinical Proofs

EFFICACY TEST:
Clinical scoring conducted on 21 women aged 41 to 66 after using the product twice a day for 28 days.

AFTER 28 DAYS
Variation %
Skin dryness reduced by 59%
Hydration level increased by 56%
Skin softness increased by 45%
Skin suppleness increased by 27%
Nourishing effect increased by 34%
Appearance of dehydration lines reduced by 26%

USAGE TEST:
Test conducted on 21 women aged 41 to 66 after using the product twice a day for 28 days.
-100% of women said the product cleanses the skin and removes even waterproof makeup
- 100% of women said that their skin was fresh and impurities were removed
- 100% of women said that their skin’s lipids were replenished, even on the driest areas of the face
- 100% of women said the product prevents skin dryness and leaves a nourishing veil on the skin’s surface
- 100% of women said their skin felt more comfortable
- 95% of women said that sensations of tightness and itching were soothed

* The above information has been supplied to the Embassy of Beauty by the brand manufacturer. Embassy of Beauty takes no responsibility for these claimed studies and or results.

Spotlight

Targeting Dry & Keratinised Skin

Dry and keratinised skin is a common condition where the skin becomes rough, flaky, and thickened due to an excessive build-up of dead skin cells. This can lead to discomfort, itching, and a dull, uneven appearance, making a tailored skincare routine essential to bring relief and restore your skin’s natural glow.

Dry and keratinised skin is often caused by a lack of moisture, environmental stress, ageing, and skin conditions like eczema. These factors can weaken the skin’s natural barrier, leading to increased roughness and a loss of that soft, supple feeling we all strive for. When the skin’s moisture levels are low, dead skin cells build up on the surface, creating a thick, rough texture.

Cold weather, low humidity, and harsh skincare products can exacerbate dryness, while ageing naturally slows down the process of shedding old skin cells. Conditions such as eczema further disrupt the skin barrier, intensifying the feeling of dryness and discomfort.

The key to managing this condition lies in replenishing lost moisture and gently exfoliating to remove dead cells. Hydration helps to soothe and plump the skin, while exfoliation reveals a smoother, healthier surface.

Combined, these steps help restore the skin’s natural barrier and improve overall texture. Taking care of dry and keratinised skin means embracing a routine of consistent hydration and gentle exfoliation.

Many people find that with regular care, their skin becomes noticeably more comfortable, less rough, and beautifully brighter. The right products work to soothe, soften, and repair, giving you back that smooth, resilient skin you deserve.

Caring for dry and keratinised skin is about more than just addressing a condition — it’s about nurturing your skin back to its best self. By combining hydration and exfoliation, you can transform your skin, soothing discomfort and boosting your confidence.

With the right care, your skin will feel softer, smoother, and visibly healthier. Embrace a dedicated skincare routine that meets your unique needs and enjoy the comfort and resilience of skin that looks and feels revitalised.

Clinical Proofs

Clinical Proofs

EFFICACY TEST:
Clinical scoring conducted on 21 women aged 41 to 66 after using the product twice a day for 28 days.

AFTER 28 DAYS
Variation %
Skin dryness reduced by 59%
Hydration level increased by 56%
Skin softness increased by 45%
Skin suppleness increased by 27%
Nourishing effect increased by 34%
Appearance of dehydration lines reduced by 26%

USAGE TEST:
Test conducted on 21 women aged 41 to 66 after using the product twice a day for 28 days.
-100% of women said the product cleanses the skin and removes even waterproof makeup
- 100% of women said that their skin was fresh and impurities were removed
- 100% of women said that their skin’s lipids were replenished, even on the driest areas of the face
- 100% of women said the product prevents skin dryness and leaves a nourishing veil on the skin’s surface
- 100% of women said their skin felt more comfortable
- 95% of women said that sensations of tightness and itching were soothed

* The above information has been supplied to the Embassy of Beauty by the brand manufacturer. Embassy of Beauty takes no responsibility for these claimed studies and or results.

Why I love it

  • "The efficacy of Biologique Recherche relies not only on its science-driven approach to balancing and curing the skin, but on its prescriptive and tailored nature."

    X Natalie K-F

    Founder, Embassy of Beauty

  • Biologique Recherche Lait E.V. Milk Cleanser 250ml
    Biologique Recherche

    Lait E.V. Milk Cleanser

    From £67

    Biologique Recherche Lait E.V. is a nourishing milk cleanser that removes impurities and hydrates the skin. Enriched with essential fatty acids, Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamins E and F, it deeply nourishes and soothes dry, sensitive and normal skin, leaving it feeling smooth and comforted.

    Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid penetrates the skin to deliver immediate and lasting moisture deep within the epidermis. Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection against environmental aggressors encountered during the day, preserving the skin's integrity as it cleanses.

    Coconut Derived Esters form the gentle, skin-identical cleansing base that dissolves impurities and makeup without disrupting the lipid barrier.

    A complementary blend of Luffa Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Tsubaki Oil and Avocado Oil nourishes and conditions throughout the cleansing process, leaving the skin visibly soft, smooth and thoroughly replenished.

    Size

    • 250ml
    • 150ml
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