"Quite disappointed with this product, had extreme peeling on my face and made my skin extremely dry and patchy. It says "it's an ideal base for makeup" which I strongly disagree as the peeling makes everything uneven. Have used previous Vichy products and was satisfied with results, but this one was a waste of my money (and time!)."

"I absolutely love this product! It smells so nice and does a great job or mattifying and hydrating my skin. However, the pump is a let down sometimes as it dispenses too much product. I have noticed an improvement in the texture of my skin and the oiliness, but didn't do much for my blackhead. Overall a great product though."

"I absolutely love this product! It smells so nice and does a great job or mattifying and hydrating my skin. However, the pump is a let down sometimes as it dispenses too much product. I have noticed an improvement in the texture of my skin and the oiliness, but didn't do much for my blackhead. Overall a great product though."

"am on NORMADERM Tri-Activ Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care, it wont allow me to use sunscreen over it,it forms risiduals am i doing something wrong?"

"the description isn't detailed enough and the bottle in the magazine is slightly different so i can't tell if it's the same thing. i'm looking for:enlarged pores and blemeshes"

" I have Rosacia and at the moment I am suffering a breakout. Can you advise if your products are suitable for this type of skin condition, and what would you sugest I try."

"I was really excited when i saw this product as I had heard really good reports about vichy. However i used this product for over a month and not only did the range give me spots it has left me with lumps on my face where spots seemed to be appearing but then did not. I spent over £50 on the range and have a lot left but i decided to stop using the products as they left my skin so damaged."

"I haven't tried this product yet. but it has a serious flaw in the packaging. Ive just purchased some from Boots and no where on the bottle nor box does it tell me how to use this product! and if i didnt have internet access i wouldnt have a clue!"

"Best thing I've used on my skin "

"i like this product, it makes skin feel smooth and nice dont really know if its any good at clearing imperfections though ill have to wait and see but overall its a nice product !!!!"

"This Product is a miracle, my spots cleared up after a week, will definitely recommend to anybody suffering from acne/spots. For those who are experiencing more problems using this cream,, i believe it is not the cream. Tri-Activ is an active ingredient that clears spot, aand how can that cause more break outs. I truly believe it is important to use the face wash and the toner for better and quick results. Try not to mix Norma Derm with any other cosmetic lines as this defeat the purpose of using Normaderm. and drink plenty of water. Thats the only way to detox the skin and surely Normaderm will be do the job as it says on the container. Good Luck to everybody and thanks to Vichy for creating this. I feel beauty is coming out of my skin after using Normaderm range."

"Will this product make my skin worse before it gets better?? Skin looks worse now than it did a week before i started using it but not sure if its beacuse it brings your spots out then gets better...really depresing me right now!!!"

"this totally works"

"this product rocks !!!"

"Ive been using it for a week now and Im seeing a slight improvement -but it always takes a while for the skin to adapt, so Im going to keep going! It soaks in well and keeps the skin matt all day. Ive been using it morning and night but maybe that is too much, not sure yet. For people that say it doesn't work at all, maybe try playing around with the combination of face wash and cream, how much put on and how many times a day - everyones skin will adapt to it differently."

"I've been using the product for over a week now and have to say, if it's making a change it's taking a very long time! I've been using it in the morning, after washing my face, and noticed the bottle says it's a good base for makeup. I cannot agree with this as it gradually peels throughout the day making my make up look patchy. Going to try using it at night instead and see how it goes."

"This is a fantastic product!!! I suffer with oily skin & large pores and this has so far solved the problem! It soakes in well, but does not peel?!?!?! Great base for makeup. Will definately continue to buy!"

"Tried many products over the years due to hormonal break-outs,which is normally a ongoing battle as just when I have started to get id of them another set of spots appear. Used Tri activ this morning and amazed at how even my skin tone seems and also very matt even later into the day,I'm do pleased and looking forward to using the night treatment tonight."

"I've been using this product for 2days now and i must say i'm not that impressed. It sinks into my skin quite nicely but within a few hours my face is shine city! I will persist though & see if any real change in my skin after a couple of weeks....have just watched a clip on you tube which says that its best to apply while skin is still slightly damp, so i'll give this a go and see if it makes a difference (would have been useful if they wrote this on the box, if this is the case!) ."

"I have found this product has made a big difference to my skin - minimised pores and cleared up spots, but it peels and I cant work out why?!"

"Hi, Since last few months, I have been facing pimple problem which was never there before. On recommendations, I bought Normaderm unclogging exfoliating gel. But, I do not see worth noting results. Can anyone tell me what to do?"

"This product is bad! I loved previous normaderm daily cream,but this1 is pure!"

"I like this with the effect my skin were soft after using when I touch my skin it seems cream do not permeate to under my skin"

"Just started using this product and I'm a bit confused about the peeling aspect. The packaging says it is an ideal base for makeup but I really don't think it is as it starts to peel throughout the day and your makeup ends up looking all patchy. Will need to give it a few more days to see if I notice any effects, apparently within 7 days skin appears clearer!"

"I had breakouts before and now my face is even worse after using this im very upset and intend to let everyone know not to use it"

"One should have air fresheners with a scent this lovely. Loved the samples."

"this product was quite a disappointment for me. i used to be a devotee to Vichy for 2 years. the previous product (daily normaderm) would get absorbed in 5 minutes and it was very easy to apply a dry foundation on it. the new one doesnt soke into the skin.it makes the surface of the skin feel sticky. and when foundation is applied, it gets all uneven. so i stopped buying vichy , which was almost heart-breaking. now im looking for an equivalent replacement "

"This is a great product to improve imperfect skin. It makes your face really smooth (I felt that it can also work as face primer as well;) and it minimise your pores. Very easy to absorb and it keeps you hydrated. My spots are getting better after two days of use. It works as described. The bottle will last for a long period and I personally think it worths buying (about 11 pounds, bought it in Boots). A MUST TRY Pro.!"

"I've been using these products for a week and they've caused me to break out like crazy. The cream has had the opposite effect of what it claims. Very disappoint!"

"This product is very good, I have no idea why people keep saying that this product does not soak in. I am assuming these people are applying too much product. It soaks in fast and my face feels hydrated all day. My spots have also cleared up in less than two days. Very, very good product. Will continue to use and purchase. Also, regarding those who do not know how to use this product: It is very simple: 1) dispense product 2) massage over face 3) done."

"Finally found a range of products that not only stop spots forming but also reduces scarring and improves overall appearance of skin tone. I'm so happy!!"

"Finally found a range of products that not only stop spots forming but also reduces scarring and improves overall appearance of skin tone. I'm so happy!!"

"I try ,it's amayzing.I don't belive it's realy works -thanks vichy doctors you save me.Now i am confidense ,after 1 month use realy spots are gone.i am 27 years old,spots are my problem sinse i am small,i try many creams evrething nothing helps.After one use i already see resalts,small but resalts.If you have healthy skin it is beautiful.I wanted to be a model ,but my skin problems ..i losse my chanse.my dream.if i new abaut this cream 10 years ago.thanks "

"ok, after 3 weeks nothing change.....my skin its stil oil large pore an spots.......disappointment"

"I tried the sample and I think it's great. My stubborn adult acne has cleared!! I'm so impressed. Gonna get a full-size tube tomorrow "

"Fantastic!!!!"

"ok i don't get it WOMEN you NEED INSTRUCTION TO USE A CREAM ?????? helooooooooooooo it a f.....g cream you put to your face avoid eye area and viola....anyway after 1 week my skin is more sensitive and is not working well i will still using and i will post here if it's work....OK GIRLS ONE MORE TIME YOU USE THIS CREAM LIKE A REGULAR CREAM AVOING EYE AREA.....ahhh and i'm boy........"

"Cream smells nice, has a nice texture but I can't really use it. No matter what foundation I put on top of it, it splits - my foundation goes all clumpy and horrible. I think it's because the cream sits on top of your skin and dries in an almost powdery film rather than sinking in. Does it "peel" skin, get rid of spots etc?! Hard to say when wear make up every day except for Sunday, dont think using it one day a week yields accurate results!"

"I am amazed that people have been asking how to use this product since September and I have just got it today and still no instructions have been included!"

"I have just bought Normaderm and can not find the instructions on how this should be used. I have checked the box and bottle and can not find any details. "

"I use it twice a day in the morning and at night after exfoliating, cleansing and toning with products from the normaderm range, my acne has already nearly cleared after only 5 days its great"

"I find it works best if you follow your daily wash and tone routine and use the TRI ACTIV as a moisturiser before you apply your make up :) Hope this helps"

"I too bought this a few days ago and came here to find out how to use it! There are no instructions with the packaging and I assumed (incorrectly) it was a wash type product. On the plus side I love how my skin feels but not sure it's helping much with my adult spot issue. Will keep it going for sometime and see what happens."

"I, like Charlotte also had to come online to find out how to use the product as there are no instructions regarding useage,not helpful at all!"

"I agree, i have no idea how to properly use the norma derm triactive cream? I have been using it like a moisturiser however as it is quite think it doesnt go very far?"

"A far as I can gather, the Tri-Activ Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care is to be used daily, rather like a moisturiser, after cleansing and toning with the Normaderm range."

"I'v got wrinkle and I'm 26 years I want to get rid of wrinkle still i am young "

"I bought the product yesterday but have had to come online to find out how to use it. There are no directions or use instructions anywhere on the packaging! Not very helpful"