Exfoliators & Masks
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Exfoliators and masks work together to purify, renew and nourish the skin. Exfoliators remove dead skin cells and impurities to reveal smoother, brighter skin — Clarins offers scrubs (with or without micro-grains) and gentle exfoliating cleansers, used once or twice a week depending on your skin type.
Masks target specific skin concerns and are used several times a week; follow the recommended time on the mask so it can work fully. Hydrating, purifying and nourishing masks deliver an instant healthy glow as dead cells and imperfections are swept away, while anti-ageing masks help address early signs of ageing.
Masks target specific skin concerns and are used several times a week; follow the recommended time on the mask so it can work fully. Hydrating, purifying and nourishing masks deliver an instant healthy glow as dead cells and imperfections are swept away, while anti-ageing masks help address early signs of ageing.
Any questions?
Our experts have the answers.
Should you exfoliate before or after applying a face mask?
Always exfoliate first, then apply your mask. Exfoliating removes dead skin cells and impurities so the mask's active ingredients can absorb more effectively, making both steps work better together.
What's the difference between an exfoliator and a mask?
An exfoliator removes dead skin cells and impurities to smooth and brighten the skin, while a mask delivers concentrated care — hydrating, purifying or anti-ageing — over a set exposure time. Used together, they cleanse and then nourish, which is why they form the two pillars of a weekly skincare routine.
How do exfoliators and masks work together in a skincare routine?
Exfoliators prepare the skin by sweeping away dead cells and impurities, while masks then replenish it with targeted actives. Using them in sequence — exfoliate, then mask — helps the skin absorb more of what follows, leaving it clearer, smoother and more radiant.
How often should you use an exfoliator and a mask?
Both are best used once or twice a week rather than daily, to renew and treat the skin without over-stripping it. Adjust to your skin type and always follow with hydration to keep the skin balanced.
Which exfoliator and mask are right for my skin type?
Choose a refreshing scrub and hydrating mask for dehydrated skin, a purifying scrub and clarifying mask for combination to oily skin, and a nourishing oil scrub with a replenishing mask for skin that needs comfort. Clarins offers formulas for each skin type across both ranges.
Can you use an exfoliator and a mask on the same day?
Yes. In fact, using them in the same session — exfoliate first, then mask — is one of the most effective routines, as freshly exfoliated skin absorbs a mask's benefits more fully. Just avoid over-exfoliating by keeping this to once or twice a week.
