Serums

Lighter than a day cream but richer than an essence, serums are usually formulated with a high concentration of active ingredients, such as vitamin C derivative or hyaluronic acid. When it comes to formulation, serums are generally designed to treat a specific skincare concern, such as dry skin, dark spots or redness.

A serum is packed with active ingredients. It penetrates deeply for effective, long-lasting results. Clarins' serums combine plant and science-powered ingredients to address various skin needs. Their lightweight, fast-absorbing texture primes skin for subsequent skincare steps routine.

Plus, face serums are designed to be incorporated into your skincare routine, working simultaneously with the hydrating, mattifying, or anti-ageing properties of your usual moisturiser or face oil. Just a few drops of these innovative products are all you need to infuse your skin with the pure essence of plants, nourishing, reducing redness and blemishes.

It depends on your needs and skin conditions. With a lighter texture, a serum is great if you want to deeply penetrate your skin, while a moisturiser is thicker and can highly hydrate the skin. We recommend using both serum and moisturiser, as they serve different purposes.

After cleansing your face with your favourite cleanser and toner, there are 3 simple steps to apply your serum:

1. Warm the face serum in your hands

2. Apply gently to your face

3. Apply pressure to stimulate circulation

A face serum should be applied to freshly cleansed skin before you put on your face cream.

For more information about an exclusive application method, you can watch our video on How To Apply Your Serum.

Our iconic Double Serum is known around the world for its unique 2-in-1 formula and exceptional anti-ageing properties. Containing 21 active plant extracts, Double Serum acts to reduce the appearance of major signs of skin ageing.

Clarins offers other serums tailored to each skin type. If your skin tends to feel dry, give it a moisture boost with Clarins Hydra-Essential Bi-Phase Serum for intensive thirst-quenching hydration.

Those with pigmentation issues (spots, discolouration, dark patches, dullness) can opt for the Bright Plus Serum. If anti-ageing is your focus, choose from a variety of ultra-effective serums for all skin types. V Shaping Facial Lift Serum uses a powerful combination of active plant ingredients to sculpt and contour the face.

Use our Serum Finder to discover the right serum for your skin type.

Of course! Depending on your skin type and main skin concerns, you can mix and match your serums. For example, use the Double Serum Light Texture in the morning, as its lightweight texture is quickly absorbed. Then apply classic Double Serum during your nighttime skincare routine. Or keep an intensely hydrating serum for the winter, and use a lighter one in the summer.