Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Serum Cream SPF15

When a product is promising that it has combined multiple products and benefits into one product - then I am intrigued! I love efficient and effective beauty products.

First off, the packaging - nice sage green is combined with white in a compact 72ml bottle. There is a pump lid which is super handy with managing how much product you are using. This can be twisted slightly to the side to 'lock' the pump, which makes it safer for transporting as there is no actual lid for the pump dispenser.

The consistency of the serum cream is relatively thick, and very white with a lovely fresh scent. I am a big fan of the scent of this product, it smells like pineapple and lemongrass, and leaves me feeling energised. The product tends to soak into my skin pretty quickly, so I feel as though I need to use 2 pumps to cover my face and neck effectively. It does feel like it has a thicker consistency, which I think may be influenced by the SPF factor (as it feels like its on the verge of being a lightweight sunscreen).

This product states that it offers broad range SPF 15 protection. I have relied on this solely a couple of times and have found it to be effective in keeping my face protected from the midday sun. Overall it is quite moisturising, leaving my face plump and hydrated for the day, but I am not sure how much 'brighter' it has made my skin.

I would definitely recommend the Garnier Brightening Serum Cream if you are short on time and want to combine a few beauty steps into one.

I have been using this products for Just under a week now, in conjunction with the cleanser in this range. overall it has been really nice to use, but more as a general moisturiser. after only a week I have not noticed any change to my skin. My skin does appear to be brighter or less dull. So I will need to continue to this product to see if I can see long term results.

My skin: I have combination oily skin, with redness and acne scars that I would like to brighten and reduce the appearance of. I was excited to try this product as is contains vitamin c which is good for brightening pigmentation.

Serum: the texture of the serum was light and absorbed quickly into your skin. I usually use a separate serum (or oil) followed by a moistures and SPF, and I found this serum gave my skin enough hydration. Ir felt more like a moisturiser though than a serum. It absorbed quickly and I had no issues with applying makeup on top of it. The packaging is nice and the pump is easy to use. I like how you can can lock the pump too. However, I have not seen any difference to the appearance of my skin as it’s too early to get results. But as a general face product and moisturiser I think it’s really good, so I hope to see some results soon.

I really like that this product is affordable and it’s also vegan!

I will continue to use this product to see if my skin brightens over time

First impression: Great packaging as it has a lock pump and not glass so it is travel friendly. It smells fresh and clean with a hint of pineapple. The texture is a non-greasy cream that is not too thick or runny.

Application: I use two pumps and that about does my face and neck. I apply it after cleansing and until my skin is dry. It is very smooth on application and absorbs nicely without feeling greasy / heavy. I had no issues with applying makeup on afterwards and that was without a primer. If you want you can add more of your own higher spf on as this is not a replacement for sunscreen.

Result: after applying, it never left a white-cast which I am always hesitant about in spf products. It made my skin look hydrated with a healthy sheen and made me feel fresh and put together. My skin felt good and not dry during the day, with or without makeup. Overall I liked this product especially as it is a 3-in-1, so it cut out steps in my routine which in result made me more motivated to do my skincare. It is great for those like me who are fussy with serum textures as some can feel greasy, oily or almost sticky. Having a serum cream is a great option.

Firstly the idea of having a serum, moisturiser AND sunscreen all in one is amazing! I always try to have in my routine the three but to have to put 3 different products on one after each other becomes a bit of a drag especially when you are pressed for time so usually the serum will drop off when I'm in a rush so the fact this product does all 3 has been a huge bonus in my routine. The Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Serum Cream SPF15 has a pleasant pineapple/tropical smell and a nice light creaminess that doesn't feel too thick or heavy (which is refreshing since most sunscreen products can feel heavy) which makes it easy to go on and not feel like it weighs you down, it has made mornings so much easier. I haven't seen any major difference to my skin as of yet but these things usually take a month or 2 so will see how I go.

I've been using this SPF moisturiser for about 2 and a half weeks now. When I first tested the moisturiser on the back of my hand I found that the SPF smell really stayed on the skin, and I couldn't smell the pineapple. Upon applying it to the face I was pleasantly surprised. The sunscreen smell didn't really bother me after I applied my foundation, and I could actually smell the pineapple. The product did leave a slight white cast, as do a-lot of other SPF products. There was nothing out of the ordinary around the "24 hour" moisture claim, my face wasn't more or less moisturised than normal. The product sat fairly well underneath my make up. I have not noticed any "brightening effects" as of yet, but I probably need to use it for 2-3 months before i see those results. Overall, decently good product. I would probably take this product away with me as i really enjoy the lockable pump, great feature!

This is my first time using a serum and I have been pleasantly surprised with Garniers Green Labs Pinea-C Serum with SPF 15. The serum did a great job at keeping my face moisturised yet wasn’t too heavy and didn’t give my face an oily feel. The product left my face looking fresh and vibrant and the added SPF15 was fantastic as I spend a lot of time outdoors in my job. I’m not usually a fan of fragrances in my products however I didn’t find this was an issue with this product.

Gorgeous modern exterior packaging that really has a greeny eco feel to it. It comes with a pump which I personally love as it allows you to control the amount youre using. This product smells divine and feels luxurious on the skin. I found it slightly oily but that may be due to my skin type. I used it under my makeup for a few days, and found my makeup was slipping a bit at the end of the day. If this was going to be used barefaced with nothing ontop, it would be the perfect product.

If you are new to serums and skin care routines or if you just wanted to simplify your routine to save time and use less products this one if for you. This cream combines a vitamin c serum with a moisturiser and sunscreen so it covers off a few steps with one simple product. I did find when applying this went on quite white and has to be worked in a little, but it doesn't take long to sink into the skin and then you are ready to either put on make up on top or just rock the day with only this cream. This cream leaves me feeling glowy and bright and my skin looks and feels really fresh after each use. I feel like I do need to use this for longer to be able to see the full effects and how this will benefit my skin over time. It does have a slight fragrance to it, but this is quite pleasant and not overpowering. This has been a great addition to my morning routine, perfect for everyday use.

When I first got this product I was under the impression it was a vit C serum, so when it arrived and I saw it was a moisturiser with vitamin C and SPF, I was excited! I very much like the ‘lazy girl’ morning routine style and so any product that ticks more than one box is already a win in my books. I have a normal skin type and don’t wear makeup, and this product did a really nice job of giving my skin a bit of a glow boost along with being hydrating. The scent is minimal which is nice, and it isn’t thick or tacky on the skin at all. There is no white cast from the SPF. I found one pump of the product was more than enough to cover my face and neck generously. Before I started using this alongside the Pinea-C cleanser, I did notice my skin was getting slightly congested. Nothing major, it just caused a little bit of texture across my forehead that I don’t normally have. However, this seemed to reduce when I paired it with the gel cleanser, so it didn’t worry me. Overall I really enjoy this product and am really impressed with the fact it hits the mark on all 3 of its claims (brightening, hydrating and SPF). A great product to add into your routine!

This serum cream has a (mildly chemical) scent of pineapple, but thankfully not too overpowering. I'm not sure if I like the added SPF - on one hand, it's handy to use during winter for a bit of sun protection. On the other hand, it makes the texture of the cream more like sunscreen, and in summer I would use a much higher SPF anyway making it redundant. I didn't have any adverse reactions with my sensitive skin which was a big plus! After a week or so of use I think it's too early to tell if there are any long term "brightening" effects. Garnier is always quite affordable and easy to find in stores which I love. Overall a decent final layer that I will definitely continue to use throughout the winter