Before I type up any review, I like to make sure I have given each product a fair trial. Take mascaras for example, on first application I usually hate them, they are too wet and messy which is something I just can't work with. However, after a week or so of lying in my drawer to dry up or if I'm feeling adventurous and want to keep at a product everyday, I always do a 180 and end up loving the product I previously loathed. Today I want to introduce you to my new face saviour - the Clarins Beauty Flash Balm. After eyeing this up for months and a raved review from one of my favourite beauty bloggers, Anna, I quickly skipped to my nearest counter. I have been using this bad boy everyday for around two months now, you can see from the picture above and the faded writing, this is pretty well loved.
To start, I was only using this on days when I felt my skin was pretty dull or after a particulary sleepless night when it was most definitely needed. I wanted to test just how brightening this product really was. My, oh my, was I impressed - what a difference this makes! It acts as an extreme moisturiser whilst brightening and tightening the skin. It also acts as a great base for make-up, doubling as a primer to hold your slap on all day! On purchasing, I was told to pat this onto the skin - not rub - and then apply my foundation instantly to give the full effects. The balm creates instant radiance and a luminous glow without any signs of glitter - I do not appreciate glitter anywhere except my eyelids, and even that's a push! This has now became a staple in my everyday make-up routine. Clarins was never a brand I looked at much before last year, now my stash is quite considerable. Their new Spring collection is certainly catching my eye, I mean, have you seen their new blushes and palettes?
So if you are looking for an instant pick-me-up then this cult classic needs added to your morning routine ASAP! You can thank me later.
Are you a Clarins addict too? Throw any recommendations my way!
Lori x
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