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Make-up Prep Products

Make-up prep products are essential for achieving a flawless and long-lasting makeup application. These products are designed to prepare the skin for makeup by creating a smooth canvas, hydrating the skin, and ensuring that makeup adheres properly throughout the day.

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SOS Primer
SOS Primer
£34

The foundation that instantly boosts skin radiance day after day and improves make-up hold. SOS Primer White offers both...

"Best primer mattify ever love it. Would recommend....Absolutely love the beauty range and the free samples are a great way..."

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£34
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Multi-Active Day Cream All Skin Types
Multi-Active Day Cream All Skin Types
£55

The Clarins Multi-Active Day Cream is a smoothing and radiance-boosting niacinamide moisturiser, perfect for those with...

"Great product...Excellent product , one of the best out there Rejuvenating for the skin...Best cream...Love this cream!..."

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£55
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Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask
Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask
£54

The intensive 10 minute, cooling cream face mask inspired by the latest cryotherapy techniques. Pores are visibly minimised,...

"Cryo flash cream Beautiful mask .. best I have ever used !Love it . X...best product cooling effect...great product for..."

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£54
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One-Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser
One-Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser
£29

This exfoliating cleanser removes make-up, cleanses and gently exfoliates, all while maintaining the skin's natural balance....

"Great gentle daily cleanser...One of the best cleansers around. Love to use it on my face....I love clarins. This brand..."

2,755 REVIEWS
£29
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Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch
Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch
£32

Makeup primer for perfect skin in under a minute! This award winning makeup primer is the perfect combination of make-up...

"I love this...The best primer - always leaves my skin feeling great...One of the best to use as primer . Love this item...."

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£32
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Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Silky Cream 30ml
Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Silky Cream 30ml
£27

The daytime face cream enriched with hyaluronic acid that hydrates and plumps. This cream, enriched with hyaluronic acid...

"Best product...Every product I’ve tried from has been brilliant love this product...Best day cream"

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Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Night Cream
Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Night Cream
£44

The night face cream enriched with hyaluronic acid that hydrates and plumps. This cream, enriched with hyaluronic acid and...

"Love this product, makes my skin feel so soft and the smell is great...I love this product....Leaves a glowing finish and..."

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DOUBLE SERUM Light Texture
DOUBLE SERUM Light Texture
£65

Double Serum Light Texture offers anti-ageing action and a bare skin effect. It is adapted to the needs of all skin types,...

"Great product...Best serum, amazing texture, easy to use great results 10/10...Great...Great product. I was looking for..."

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Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser
Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser
£28

Foaming cleanser for normal to dry skin that gently cleanses, softens, and hydrates. Creamy, rinse-off, hydrating cleanser...

"Great...The best face wash I’ve used, the hydration is the best thing for my skin....The best!...Love the way this makes..."

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Beauty Flash Balm
Beauty Flash Balm
£39

A new era of a Clarins fan-favourite. Instantly erases signs of fatigue and restores radiance to the complexion. Beauty...

"Love this beauty balm. Foundation goes on so well and it's great even by its self. Best buy ever!...Best, best product ever...."

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£39
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Beauty Flash Peel
Beauty Flash Peel
£39

A 10-minute leave-on liquid peel with AHA and BHA that revives radiance, refines skin texture, and visibly tightens pores...

"Best peel ever and love the brush at the end ! Hope this never is discontinued !!...The best peel ever....Absolutely love..."

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£39
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Multi-Active Glow Serum
Multi-Active Glow Serum
£60

The bi-phase serum that boosts radiance, smoothes the skin and evens out the complexion, day after day. ; This bi-phase...

"Great product...I got it one month ago and is one of the best products I purchased for my face , my skin looks great...This..."

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Tinted Oleo-Serum
Tinted Oleo-Serum
£39

Clarins' first tinted skincare serum. A combination of mineral pigments and dry vegetable oils. Luminous glow* and deep...

"Best tint...In love with this tint long lasting best coverage, wish there is a shade exchange for free....I got a shade..."

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£39
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Bright Plus Serum
Bright Plus Serum
£65

Bright Plus advanced serum combines Clarins' innovation with potent plant extracts, niacinamide and vitamin C for an overall...

"Great serum...I love this product. This is the best brightening serum I have used...Great Serum!...Best serum I have ever..."

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£65
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Velvet Cleansing Milk
Velvet Cleansing Milk
£28

This nourishing cleansing milk removes makeup and rids the skin of dirt & oil while maintaining the skin's natural balance....

"The bottle has a great pump, I keep one bottle in the shower....Great cleanser , it leaves my skin soft and moisturized...This..."

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£28
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Gentle Renewing Cleansing Mousse
Gentle Renewing Cleansing Mousse
£29

Our cleansing mousse gently removes make-up, restores radiance, and cleanses the skin. It is perfect for use day and night...

"THE BEST...this is the best cleanser I have ever used in my life....My skin looks great immediately after use....Best travel..."

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£29
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Cleansing Micellar Water
Cleansing Micellar Water
£28

This fresh micellar water effectively and smoothly removes make-up in one simple step while helping to maintain skin's natural...

"Love this product....I have very sensitive skin on my eyelids and this is the best, non irritating eye makeup remover I’ve...Also..."

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£28
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Total Cleansing Oil
Total Cleansing Oil
£40

This Total Cleansing Oil removes waterproof and stubborn make-up and helps to maintain the skin's natural balance. Our oil...

"The best cleansing oil ever! Love the scent & texture....Best cleanser I have used . Light and leaves skin perfectly clean..."

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£40
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Soothing Toning Lotion
Soothing Toning Lotion
£28

This toning lotion soothes and helps to maintain the skin's natural balance. Perfect for very dry or sensitive skin. Enriched...

"great toning lotion...I have never seen a toning lotion before and I absolutely love it!...Toners are the best always make..."

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£28
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Purifying Toning Lotion
Purifying Toning Lotion
£28

This toning lotion purifies, tightens pores and helps to preserve the skin's natural balance. Perfect combination to oily...

"This product is the best. I love it. I definitely...This product is the best. I love it. I definitely purchase it again....The..."

469 REVIEWS
£28
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Nutri-Lumière Day Cream - All Skin Types
Nutri-Lumière Day Cream - All Skin Types
£102

Intense nourishing and restorative day cream - Revitalise, retexturize & enhance healthy looking skin. A sensorial, melting,...

"Great product...This face cream is the best I have ever bought, feels great and moisturizes all day, love it!...Best cream..."

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£102
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Soothing Gentle Foaming Cleanser
Soothing Gentle Foaming Cleanser
£28

Foaming cleanser for very dry or sensitive skin that gently cleanses, softens, and soothes. Creamy, rinse-off, foaming facial...

"Best facial cleanser...Great product, leaves your face feeling so clean. Very reasonably priced...Best of the best for dry..."

339 REVIEWS
£28
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Calm-Essentiel Restoring Treatment Oil
Calm-Essentiel Restoring Treatment Oil
£46

Calm-Essentiel Restoring Treatment oil is a face oil for sensitive skin, specially formulated with Sclareolide, a purified...

"Best item...Great...I love this product, it’s very light on the skin."

308 REVIEWS
£46
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UV PLUS [5P] Anti-Pollution SPF 50 Translucent
UV PLUS [5P] Anti-Pollution SPF 50 Translucent
£34

Multi-protection SPF 50 Moisturising Fluid. Clarins' UV and pollution SPF 50 screen protects against 5 pollutants encountered...

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£34
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Make-up Prep Products

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The art of flawless make-up begins long before the first brushstroke of foundation touches the skin. Make-up prep products are the secret to achieving that seamless, radiant look that lasts throughout the day, whether you’re heading to the office, meeting friends for lunch, or preparing for a special event. These beauty preparations create the ideal canvas by addressing the skin’s unique needs, helping to smooth texture, boost hydration, and enhance the longevity of your clarins face makeup. The process often starts with a gentle cleanser to sweep away impurities, followed by an exfoliant—think of the satisfying sensation as you buff away dullness, revealing a fresh, luminous complexion underneath. A hydrating toner can then replenish moisture, leaving skin feeling supple and ready to soak up the benefits of subsequent treatments. Serums, enriched with ingredients such as Vitamin C or Niacinamide, deliver targeted care, while a lightweight moisturiser locks in hydration without weighing down the skin.

For many, the ritual of prepping the skin is as enjoyable as the make-up application itself. It’s a moment of self-care that sets the tone for the day, transforming the bathroom into a sanctuary where you can indulge in luxurious textures and delicate fragrances. The right eye cream, gently patted in with your ring finger, can smooth and awaken the under-eye area, making you look refreshed even after a late night. As you layer on these clarins make up essentials, you might notice how your skin’s natural glow is enhanced, and imperfections appear softened—creating the perfect base for your favourite clarins makeup. Those who love experimenting with different looks know that a well-prepped face allows colours to pop and blend effortlessly, while those with a more minimalist routine appreciate how prep products can elevate even the simplest swipe of tinted moisturiser. Make-up prep is also a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys beauty, from seasoned enthusiasts to those just beginning to explore the world of cosmetics. A beautifully packaged set of clarins makeup accessories or a luxurious primer makes a lovely present, offering the recipient a chance to discover new favourites and elevate their daily routine.

As the seasons shift and the air grows colder, skin often craves extra nourishment and protection. This is when make-up prep products truly come into their own, helping to shield against dryness and create a comfortable, hydrated base that holds up against the elements. A well-chosen primer is the final, crucial step—smoothing the surface of the skin, minimising the appearance of fine lines, and helping foundation glide on with ease. Whether you prefer a radiant, dewy finish or a more matte look, there’s a primer to suit every preference and skin type. For expert guidance and a curated selection of options, explore our dedicated page on Primers for Pre-Makeup Routine. With the right beauty preparations, you can enjoy a make-up look that feels comfortable, looks luminous, and stays fresh from morning to night—no matter what your day holds.

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