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Serums For Subtle Glow Makeup

Serums have become a popular addition to many skincare routines, but did you know they can also be used to enhance your makeup? Serums are lightweight, fast-absorbing liquids that are packed with active ingredients to target specific skin concerns. When used before makeup application, serums can help create a subtle glow that radiates from within.

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Bright Plus Serum
Bright Plus Serum
£52 £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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£52 £65
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Multi-Active Glow Serum
Multi-Active Glow Serum
£48 £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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£48 £60
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Tinted Oleo-Serum
Tinted Oleo-Serum
£31.20 £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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£31.20 £39
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Skin Illusion SPF 15
Skin Illusion SPF 15
£31.20 £39

Natural hydrating foundation. 24 shades. This light coverage foundation is plant enriched and contains our anti-pollution...

"Great foundation...Love Skin Illusion, I’ve tried lots of foundations this one is far the best....the best...Love this,..."

679 REVIEWS
£31.20 £39
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BB Skin Detox Fluid SPF 25
BB Skin Detox Fluid SPF 25
£30.40 £38

Complexion perfector. Hydrate, balance. This lightweight BB fluid offers your skin a breath of fresh air for a flawless,...

"Love this product. Best I have ever used. Will keep on buying....Great product lasts all day with just a light covering..."

657 REVIEWS
£30.40 £38
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Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster
Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster
£18.40 £23

A few drops of glow booster for a golden tan all year long! Add customised radiance and a healthy glow to your daily skin...

"Simply the best!...The best facial tanning lotion. Easy to use producing a great natural looking tan....It’s the best I..."

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£18.40 £23
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Skin Illusion Tinted Moisturiser SPF25
Skin Illusion Tinted Moisturiser SPF25
£32 £40

A new Glow-Boosting Skin Tint with Age-Defying Skin Care. This 94% skincare formula enhances your skin in one simple step....

"Best tinted moisturizer I have tried on in a long...Glides on smoothly, and number 3 is great on my skin....Love it!...Great..."

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£32 £40
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SOS Primer
SOS Primer
£27.20 £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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£27.20 £34
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SOS Primer
SOS Primer
£27.20 £34

This foundation blurs imperfections and instantly evens out the complexion day after day while improving make-up hold. SOS...

"Another great Clarin product, my sensitive skin just adores Clarin!...Great product...I have tried a few primers but this..."

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£27.20 £34
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Multi-Active Day Emulsion
Multi-Active Day Emulsion
£44 £55

Discover our illuminating Multi-Active Day Emulsion, formulated with Niacinamide. The lightweight texture helps to boost...

"I love it! The texture is light, and the scent is incredibly pleasant....I love the product I’ve been using it for years..."

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£44 £55
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Beauty Flash Fresh Ampoule - Vitamin C Shot
Beauty Flash Fresh Ampoule - Vitamin C Shot
£28.80 £36

A super-powered 7-day facial radiance treatment, with 15% concentrated vitamin C to help revive the skin's radiance and...

"Best product. Ive used it for over 30 years. So many uses and my skin always feels great...Best for Glowing naturally healthy..."

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£28.80 £36
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Multi-Active Day Revitalizing Treatment Essence
Multi-Active Day Revitalizing Treatment Essence
£34.40 £43

Indulge in a fresh, sensorial niacinamide essence that revitalises, hydrates and moisturises the skin, leaving it looking...

"Great Buy...Love this product leaves my skin very hydrated. I'm very pleased with Clarins skin care....Love Love Love 💕...I..."

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£34.40 £43
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Precious L'Huile en Serum
Precious L'Huile en Serum
£299

Our new Precious L'Huile en Serum combines the comfort of an oil with the anti-ageing power of a serum to strengthen skin...

"Best product ever! please lower the price....I love this product, it makes all my age lines go away....Because I truly love..."

18 REVIEWS
£299
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Bright Plus Serum-in-lotion
Bright Plus Serum-in-lotion
£40 £50

Bright Plus serum-in-lotion combines Clarins' innovation with plant extracts and niacinamide to refine skin texture and...

"Love it! Works great with my skin recovery after sun burn...Best serum for blemishes and pigmentation marks ever!"

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£40 £50
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DOUBLE SERUM
DOUBLE SERUM
£52 £65

Double Serum targets the signs of ageing linked to natural ageing and those induced by lifestyle and the environment Double...

"Best serum ever! I really love the packaging and the scent! I started using it and it feels great!...I would love to try..."

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£52 £65
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Lip Perfector Glow
Lip Perfector Glow
£20 £25

More than just a gloss. It's a 2-in-1 balm and highlighter that nourishes and plumps lips with 3D shine while providing...

"Beautiful color, great applicator. Taste not the best!...Feels great not sticky...Best for smooth soft lips and such pretty..."

6,022 REVIEWS
£20 £25
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Multi-Active Day Cream All Skin Types
Multi-Active Day Cream All Skin Types
£44 £55

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

"Best cream...Love this cream! Soft, feeling light and very luxury!...Great product...Excellent product , one of the best..."

5,403 REVIEWS
£44 £55
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DOUBLE SERUM Light Texture
DOUBLE SERUM Light Texture
£52 £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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£52 £65
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Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Silky Cream 30ml
Hydra-Essentiel [HA²] Silky Cream 30ml
£21.60 £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...Love it!...Great! I love the silky smoothness..."

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£21.60 £27
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Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch
Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch
£25.60 £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...Great...Great! The best primer I've ever used. It..."

884 REVIEWS
£25.60 £32
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Nutri-Lumière Day Cream - All Skin Types
Nutri-Lumière Day Cream - All Skin Types
£81.60 £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..."

466 REVIEWS
£81.60 £102
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Super Restorative Rose Radiance Cream
Super Restorative Rose Radiance Cream
£68.80 £86

Restore radiance to skin affected by hormonal changes due to menopause. For this generation of Rose Radiance Cream, Clarins...

"Great cream....Smoother, dewy,glowing skin Love this cream. Have tried others but this is by far the best....Best moisturiser..."

429 REVIEWS
£68.80 £86
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Super Restorative Remodelling Serum
Super Restorative Remodelling Serum
£72 £90

The multi-intensive anti-ageing treatment that helps reshape contours of the face and restore radiance. Put a smile back...

"Love the feel and texture…and the results! Clarins at its best!...Best serum ever...Love this serum absorbs into skin,feels..."

414 REVIEWS
£72 £90
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Santal Treatment Oil - Dry Skin
Santal Treatment Oil - Dry Skin
£36 £45

Rebalancing oils made from 100% pure plant extracts Soothing relief for Dry or Extra-Dry skin. 100% pure plant extracts....

"Love this oil best you can buy and only a small amount required...Great product...Been using it for years, best product..."

362 REVIEWS
£36 £45
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Serums For Subtle Glow Makeup

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Achieving a subtle, luminous glow with makeup begins long before the first sweep of a brush or dab of foundation. The secret lies in how you prepare your skin, and nothing sets the stage quite like a carefully chosen serum. Serums designed for a subtle glow are more than a skincare step—they become the canvas on which your entire look is built. These lightweight, fast-absorbing formulas are prized for their ability to hydrate, smooth, and visibly brighten the complexion, creating the perfect base for makeup that looks fresh, natural, and radiant. Whether you’re seeking a gentle sheen for everyday wear or a soft, candlelit finish for special occasions, these serums are a versatile addition to any beauty routine. The transition from winter to spring often leaves skin craving extra nourishment and luminosity, making this the ideal moment to introduce a glow-enhancing serum into your regimen. Picture the gentle morning light catching your cheekbones, or the way your skin seems to beam with health even under the softest makeup—this is the effortless effect these serums promise.

Serums for subtle glow makeup are especially suited to those who love a natural, barely-there finish, or for anyone looking to revive dull, tired-looking skin. If you’ve ever noticed your foundation settling into dry patches or appearing flat, a glow serum can transform your base, imparting a dewy, plumped appearance that feels as good as it looks. These formulas often contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid to boost hydration, niacinamide to refine texture, and vitamin C to visibly brighten and even tone. Many find that applying a serum as the first step after cleansing not only preps the skin for makeup but also helps products glide on more smoothly, ensuring a seamless blend and longer-lasting wear. For an even more radiant effect, a few drops of serum can be mixed directly into foundation or dabbed along the high points of the face—think cheekbones, brow bones, and the bridge of the nose—for a touch of natural highlight. This approach is a favourite among makeup artists and enthusiasts alike, as it delivers a lit-from-within glow without ever appearing heavy or overdone.

Glow-boosting serums also make thoughtful gifts, especially for those who appreciate the ritual of self-care or are exploring new ways to enhance their makeup routine. They are suitable for all skin types, making them a versatile choice for friends, family, or anyone who enjoys experimenting with beauty. The joy of unwrapping a beautifully packaged serum and discovering its silky texture is matched only by the pleasure of seeing your complexion come alive with radiance. For those who love to celebrate the festive season with a bit more sparkle, or are already planning ahead for special occasions, you might find inspiration in our collection of Serums For Glowing Christmas Makeup. No matter how you choose to use them, these serums offer a simple yet transformative step, elevating your beauty routine and helping you achieve that coveted, subtle glow—day in and day out.

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