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ClarinsMen Energizing Gel
50 ml
The moisturising gel specially designed to boost men's skin. It is energised and strengthened.
ClarinsMen Super Moisture Gel
50 ml
Extreme hydration and that fresh feeling.
Online exclusive
Shower Gel - Eau Dynamisante
200 ml
A shower gel with the invigorating fragrance of Eau Dynamisante essential oils.
Vegan
My Clarins RE-FRESH Fatigue-Fighter Eye Care
15 ml
This fresh gel for the eyes helps to instantly reduce all signs of fatigue (dark circles & puffiness).
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My Clarins RE-MOVE Purifying Cleansing Gel
125 ml
The refreshing cleansing gel for youthful skin that helps to effectively remove all impurities. Freshening effect!
Beauty Flash Peel
50 ml
The perfect expert resurfacing treatment for an at-home facial.
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My Clarins PURE-RESET Matifying Blemish Gel
50 ml
The mattifying frosted gel for youthful skin helps to visibly reduce shine and fight against imperfections.
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Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Matte Gel
75 ml
The daytime face gel that hydrates and mattifies.
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Shower Gel - Eau des Jardins
200 ml
A scented shower gel with the uplifting fragrance of Eau des Jardins essential oils.
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What is Vitamin C?
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a nutrient your body needs to form blood vessels, cartilage, muscle, and collagen in bones. In cosmetics, it's the vitamin of choice for dull complexions that want to regain their radiance and even out their complexion (anti-dark spot action) by limiting the overproduction of melanin. However, when pure, it is also unstable, degrading very quickly in the presence of light or heat. To guarantee its performance in our formulas, Clarins Laboratories have selected a stabilised vitamin C derivative.
What are the Benefits of Vitamin C for the Skin?
Vitamin C skincare has many skin-healing properties that make it an excellent choice for anyone in pursuit of happy, healthy skin. One of the most well-known benefits of a Vitamin C product is that it can brighten your skin and minimise dark spots. Since vitamin C inhibits the tyrosinase enzyme, which causes skin discolouration, it helps lighten dark patches.
Vitamin C skincare stimulates the skin’s production of collagen, a protein that maintains skin moisturised and firm as well as keeps it plump and hydrated. Hence, Vitamin C can also minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The National Library of Medicine study shows that daily vitamin C formulation use for at least three months improved the appearance of fine and coarse wrinkles of the face and neck.
Vitamin C skincare stimulates the skin’s production of collagen, a protein that maintains skin moisturised and firm as well as keeps it plump and hydrated. Hence, Vitamin C can also minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The National Library of Medicine study shows that daily vitamin C formulation use for at least three months improved the appearance of fine and coarse wrinkles of the face and neck.
Vitamin C Skin Care tips for Dry Skin
To support your skin's hydration and appearance, consider incorporating a gentle skincare routine. Starting with a gentle face cleanser for dry skin. Enhance your skincare with our Fresh Ampoule Vitamin C Complex from Clarins, a unique blend of ascorbic acid and a vitamin C derivative. This carefully formulated product is designed to for morning and evening use complements your daily skincare routine.
Related: Hyaluronic Acid Moisturisers
Related: Hyaluronic Acid Moisturisers
Is vitamin C skincare better in the morning or night?
The best time to apply vitamin C skincare product is in the morning, after cleansing and toning your complexion, and before moisturiser and SPF. If you don't have overly sensitive skin, you can apply it in the morning and evening.
Plus, you might be wondering, ‘Is vitamin C good for your face every day?’. The answer is yes. You can use vitamin C to protect your skin against sun damage and reduce premature cell death and inflammatory compounds.
What cannot be mixed with vitamin C?
Vitamin C skincare should not be mixed with acids, which includes all AHAs and BHAs. when paired with vitamin C, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) can cause irritation, so consider using the former in the morning and the latter at night.
It is also recommended that you should not use retinol, niacinamide, and benzol peroxide in the same routine. If you want a double dose of both, wait at least 30 minutes before applying retinol over vitamin C. Alternatively, you can use vitamin C in the morning and the other ones at night.
