Clarins Beauty Flash Balm

This came as a GWP when I brought some Clarins products it is in a 30ml tube I will be purchasing it when this runs out I am in love

For a start when I got home and saw this was in the GWP pack I had no idea what it was for (thank goodness for BR) I have used it as a straight moisturiser, under my foundation (which has given me perfect results I don't think I could use anything else!!) and as a night cream I have also put it on quite thick to use as a mask but my very dry and thirsty skin sucked it all up

It comes in a white tube with the Clarins logo and red writing on it so it's nothing fancy but I have noticed all Clarins skincare products are like this. It's a lovely thick cream that is slightly pink. The scent of it is slightly nana-ish but it is subtle It's kind of like a talcum powder smell. Like I have said I have dry thirsty skin and this absorbs so quickly and leaves no residue even when I put on a heap of it on in an attempt to make a mask it absorbed so fast nothing was left on my skin. I absolutely love this product and I don't think I could ever be without it. It is such a great all rounder definitely a staple product for me.

I purchased this product after reading the reviews here. I had heard about it before, and indeed i've used a number of Clairns products in a previous life but not for some time. But, could this really be as good as they say and justify the seemingly cult status and the $65 price tag? Hmmmmmmm (drumroll please!) The answer people is YES, YES, YES from me!

This product just feels soooooo good, it makes my make up last all day, and my skin look dewy and dare I say "youthful." And I love the smell of it, oddly enough it reminds me abit of the old "Oil of Olay" you know the one in the pink bottle, but DON'T let that put you off as it's actually quite nice. I'm patting it on, rather than rubbing it in as recommended by other readers and using it at least once per week as a mask.

I've already gone through my first, tube and i'm onto my second and i'll be repurchasing this again, now, ..and forever! Thank you BR for bringing this new friend into my life!

I absolutely love this product! a great way to relieve tired, stressed or spotty skin! i love the smell too!

I really like the feel of this product, it makes my skin feel great, and can be used as a mask, but would hate to waste it by wiping it back off after 10 minutes!

To me, I wouldnt wear this as a primer, but more to give my skin a boost, or on the rare make up free day!

After reading the review here I went out and got some of this, I have only one thing to say, AMAZING! I have not often come across a product that is this good, my skin looks so much better after using this and then applying make up. My make up last's so much longer too. i was worried about the skin tightening effect but it doesn't make you feel like someone is pulling it tight.

This is one product that I just can't live without! Its my lil magic potion. It does what it says and more. It brightens, tightens and makes my skin super healthy looking. Its great as a primer and face mask too. Flash Balm has given me the confidence to step out of house on the weekends without any makeup on! Love it!

I hadn't heard of this until I became counter manager at farmers, but boy am I glad I did! A great big drink for the skin, a great wee pick me up under makeup, and a few customers even swore of it after a big night!

The Clarins Beauty Flash Balm is a lovely little 'extra' product. It is certainly not an essential product, however if you have some spare cash or can get it as part on a deal/gift pack then it is a great product to use. This product claims to 'brighten' and it does this to some extent. This may be more evident on older, dehydrated skin. When used as a make up primer it doesn't significantly alter the skin, but it does ensure that my make up stays fresh and doesn't move. The product smells divine, like manderins. I wouldn't use this as a mask as the product is expensive and I would use it sparingly. There are certainly better masks out there.

This is a wonder product for the days when your skin feels a bit blah, you have had a late night or are a bit dehydrated. It instantly 'peps' up your skin, makes it smooth for make up application and makes you look like you have had a good sleep and lots of water. You don't need a lot but I use it as a primer when wearing it under make up.