Clarins swapped its iconic 21-plant formula for a 23-plant blend. The internet is already losing its mind.
But let’s be real — the old one smelled like a grandma’s attic. The new one smells like a fancy spa. That alone is a win.
It’s still €89 for 50ml. The claim? Better hydration, less irritation, and a “velvety” finish that the old watery version lacked.
The Pump
Finally fixed — no more spitting product everywhere like a tantrum.
The Finish
Sinks in 10 seconds flat. No sticky residue on your pillowcase.
The Scent
Lighter, citrusy. Not the dusty floral of yesteryear.
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Two new plants joined the party. The hero is still the organic leaf of life, but they’ve amped up the antioxidant game with turmeric and a new ginger complex.
- Turmeric: calms redness better than before
- Organic Leaf of Life: repairs the skin barrier overnight
- Ginger: boosts microcirculation for that glow
- Hyaluronic Acid: plumps fine lines in a week
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It’s heavier out of the pump. I panicked. But it melts into a silky, almost powder-like finish. My T-zone didn’t look like a donut by noon.
Week two: my skin had this weird “lit from within” thing going on. But I also got a zit on my chin — so it’s not magic.
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My pores look smaller at the 3-week mark. The redness around my nose? 70% gone. But my fine lines didn’t vanish — they just looked less angry.
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The 2026 version is objectively better. Smells better, absorbs better, delivers better. I’m mad about it.