Face Care

1. What causes dark spots on face and uneven skin tone?

As we age naturally, our skin can often start to develop dark spots or brown marks, which usually appear on the face, décolleté, shoulders and the backs of the hands but can appear all over the body. However, not all dark spots are related to ageing alone. A dark spot on skin can also be caused by various environmental factors such as sun damage, hormonal changes including stress, inflammation of the skin, and dehydration.

Skin tone can be affected by insufficient sleep, ageing, high stress, poor diet, and inadequate toxin elimination. These factors contribute to oxidative stress, which impacts caveolae, the structures responsible for distributing melanin. When caveolae are damaged, melanin distribution becomes uneven, leading to dull, less radiant skin.

2. How do I improve the appearance of uneven complexion and brighten dull skin?

Taking the time to ensure you are getting enough sleep, limiting your sun exposure, eating a balanced diet and learning how to manage stress can be beneficial in reducing and preventing the apprearance of dark spots. Consistently implementing an effective brightening skincare daily routine will also help. The Clarins Bright Plus [Advanced] brightening skin serum features 3 organic extracts* and new Skin Evenness Technology to restore levels of caveolae within the skin. Purple tea extract restores skin evenness, acerola extract targets yellowness, niacinamide counteracts dullness, and a Vitamin C derivative reduces the appearance of dark spots, for bright and even skin that glows with radiance all year round.

3. Which skin type is suitable for using Clarins Bright Plus [Advanced] serum?

This Clarins advanced brightening serum is suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive skin.

Its new generation is powered by a cocktail of plant extracts to provide gentle, yet efficient brightening effects. Its highly natural formula is composed of at least 91% ingredients of natural-origin (95% for the Bright+ serum-in-lotion) making it perfect for those with sensitive skin.

4. What is the key difference between Bright Plus [Advanced] serum and serum-in-lotion?

Bright Plus [Advanced] Serum is a skin brightening treatment with a lightweight milky texture that helps to improve radiance for dull skin, reduces dark spots and yellowness. Whereas Bright Plus [Advanced' Serum-in-lotion helps with cell renewal*, refines skin texture and brings clarity to skin complexion in a slightly gelified, transforming texture. Together, the duo brings enhanced brightening results* through the improvement of skin quality and a more even skin tone.

5. How do I use Bright+ serum for the best results?

Clarins Bright Plus collection is designed as a complete skincare routine to brighten the complexion of skin. For intense correction of dark spots and to maximise the effectiveness of your daily routine, apply Clarins Bright Plus [Advanced] Serum-in-Lotion as your first step after cleansing. Follow with C morning and night before applying emulsion. For an additional boost of radiance, use Clarins Bright Plus Ampoule for a 7-day intensive radiance-restoring treatment. As sun damage is linked to the appearance of dark spots, we also highly recommend using UV+ sunscreen to prevent the appearance of future dark spots caused by sun exposure.

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