Best Clarins Foundation To Match Clarins Skincare Regime

If you use Clarins skincare and aren’t sure which Clarins foundation is for you. It’s time to meet your match. I’ve mapped out each range to make sure you’re able to find the best foundation fit based on your skin type, likely concern and then the finish/coverage you want.

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If you use Clarins Hydra-Essentiel, it’s highly likely that you have dehydrated or dry skin and desire a product that enhances your skin’s dewy and healthy appearance. In terms of coverage, you likely prefer something buildable - going lighter on good skin days and layering it up when you need more. Keeping that in mind, I recommend these three as your perfect match:

• Clarins Tinted Oleo-Serum: This is primarily 80% skincare-based, offering a glowy satin finish with a very natural, "no-makeup" feel.

• Clarins Skin Illusion Foundation: This provides a beautiful, dewy, healthy-looking finish that won't cling to dry patches.

• Clarins Double Serum Foundation: The ultimate choice for those who want their foundation to work as hard as their serum. Powered by the iconic Double Serum technology and 14 potent ingredients, it uses a "Hydric System" to maintain skin comfort and a luminous, satin finish for up to 12 hours. It is particularly effective for boosting bare-skin radiance over time thanks to added stabilised papaya.

If you use the Multi-Active range, you likely lead a hectic lifestyle and want to address the first signs of ageing, like fine lines or dullness. Depending on your day, you have three distinct options:

• Clarins Everlasting Foundation: Perfect for busy days when you need a matte finish that stays put, and controls shine.

• Clarins Tinted Oleo-Serum: Great for a quick, "out-the-door" glow when your skin needs a hit of hydration and light protection.

• Clarins Double Serum Foundation: This is the "high-performance" pick for a tired complexion. It is clinically proven to boost radiance by +58% and refine the skin's texture by +52%, making it ideal for hiding the effects of a busy schedule while treating the skin.

If you use My Clarins, the choice really depends on your skin type and concerns. Whether you are looking for a matte finish, a minimalist glow, or a high-performance treatment, you have four excellent paths to take:

• Clarins Everlasting Foundation: If you have oily skin or breakouts and desire full coverage, this is the one for you. It provides a flawless matte finish that stays put without making the skin look dry.

• Clarins Tinted Oleo-Serum: For those who prefer a minimal, "no-makeup" look, this formula is incredibly natural and skincare-based, allowing you to adjust the coverage to your exact preference.

• Clarins Skin Illusion Foundation: This is the perfect match if you want a "bare-skin" effect with a dewy finish. It’s naturally hydrating and provides a beautiful, healthy glow that won't cling to dry patches.

• Clarins Double Serum Foundation: This is the premium choice for My Clarins users who want a luminous, satin finish combined with active skincare benefits. Enriched with 14 potent ingredients, including stabilised papaya, it boosts bare-skin radiance in as little as 28 days. It provides medium-to-full coverage with 12-hour long-lasting power.

  
  

Expert Tip: You can use the adjustable dial on the Double Serum Foundation to customise your look - choose a small drop for a natural daytime glow or a larger drop for a more perfected, medium-to-full coverage finish.

For those using Clarins' more intensive anti-ageing ranges, the focus is often on coverage, firming, and evening out skin tone.

• Clarins Everlasting Foundation: Still the top choice for full, budge-proof coverage that conceals age spots and stays hydrated all day.

• Clarins Double Serum Foundation: This is a game-changer for mature skin because it is "Stronger Together" when paired with your serum. Using this foundation alongside Double Serum 9 increases skin firming by +36% and reduces the appearance of wrinkles by -28%. You can even use the adjustable dial on the bottle to customise your coverage from a light glow to full, flawless camouflage.

If you’re using the Extra-Firming range, it’s quite likely that you have drier skin and are concerned about loss of firmness or visible signs of ageing. Depending on the level of coverage and the specific finish you desire, I recommend these three foundations:

• Clarins Everlasting Foundation: This is your best bet if you have age spots and need full, long-wear coverage. It won't budge throughout the day and provides a hydrated base that works well even for combination skin types.

• Clarins Tinted Oleo-Serum: On the other side of the spectrum, if you want a light, buildable coverage that adds radiance without emphasising fine lines, this serum-based formula provides a more natural, glowing appearance.

• Clarins Double Serum Foundation: For the ultimate firming routine, this foundation is the perfect partner to your skincare. Powered by Double Serum technology, it is clinically proven to increase skin firming by +36% and reduce the visibility of wrinkles by -28% when used as part of a routine. It offers a luminous, satin finish with 12-hour wear and features a unique adjustable dial to modulate your coverage from medium to full.

Expert Tip: To help lift and sculpt as you apply, use the Gua Sha Foundation Brush to blend your Double Serum Foundation from the centre of the face outwards.

If you are using the Nutri-Lumiere range from Clarins, it’s likely that your skin might be quite dry. You might also have significant concerns about wrinkles, especially deeper ones. For a complexion that feels nourished and looks perfected, I recommend these two foundations:

• Clarins Everlasting Foundation: This is the ideal choice if you’re looking for fuller coverage that lasts all day with minimal effort. It helps combat temperature changes and covers pigmentation marks without clinging to dry patches. It’s a hydrating matte foundation that offers a smooth, reliable finish.

• Clarins Double Serum Foundation: For those who want to treat signs of ageing while they wear makeup, this is the perfect luminous alternative. Powered by Double Serum technology and 14 potent ingredients, it is clinically proven to reduce the visibility of signs of ageing by -35% and boost skin "glow" by +54% after 28 days of use. Its unique "Hydric System" ensures the skin remains comfortable, while the adjustable dial on the bottle allows you to customise the coverage to perfectly suit your skin's needs.

Expert Tip: To maximise the anti-ageing benefits, pair the Double Serum Foundation with Double Serum. Together, they deliver a "Double Radiance" effect with 12-hour long-lasting power.