30 Days of Beauty

Like any beauty buff, my physical approach to looking and feeling my best starts with skincare.

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And – again – like any beauty buff, I could kill an entire afternoon (and full month’s paycheck) in Sephora.



This obviously isn’t ideal (for me and my wallet), and I’m constantly seeking out ways to streamline my lifestyle. At the moment, this is what my morning routine looks like – primer, under-eye concealer, tinted moisturizer, touché éclat, HD microfinish powder. And on days when I’m rockin’ a classy little vodka hangover, a huge pair of Chanel sunglasses.

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As shown below (with zero make-up and utterly un-photoshopped) the biggest skin-related issues that I battle on the reg are under-eye bags, enlarged pores and uneven skintone.

By nature of being a beauty hoarder, I’ve read about Clarins’ Double Serum and have been eager to try it, so when the brand approached me (via Glam) to take their #30DaysofBeautiful Challenge, my fine lines and I obliged. (I’m getting’  old!)

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Over the next month, I’ll be using the Serum as it’s specified – both morning and night. Accordingly, it combines 20 pure plant extracts and two age-defying formulas that firm skin, reduce wrinkles, even skin tone and minimize pores. And 90% of women said they found it more effective than their current serum (and it’s proven for all skin types, ages and ethnicities). Sign me up!

I’m hoping that its prolonged use will ultimately help me to simply my makeup routine. At the end of the month-long challenge, I’ll share my overall experience, as well as spotlight the before-and-after results of the product for you.

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Lastly, Clarins is giving away a Double Serum everyday for the next month. To enter, just snap a photo that exemplifies beauty (here’s an example of mine) and share it to Instagram with the #30DaysofBeautiful and #ContestSweeps hashtags. Full sweepstake details here.


This post was sponsored by Clarins USA via Glam Media.  All opinions and product sentiments are – as always – my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support c+c!AuthorLogo

12 comments

  1. Clarin’s Double Serum is my absolute favorite! I’ve been using it since March and have seen great results so far. The smell, the texture, the glow it gives my skin along makes me feel beautiful…….even before the lipstick!

    Great post -xo-

    • So happy to hear that! It’s only been four days but I’m already seeing minimal results — my pores look a bit more refined, which I’m happy about. Will certainly keep you posted and am glad you shared your thoughts!

  2. I look back at photos of my 16-year-old self with envy. I had nary a skin issue on my face—no spots, no dark circles, hardly a breakout! Now I’m constantly battling dark circles and, even worse, the occasional adult acne :( ugh. I already use some Clarins products, will have to check this serum out!

  3. I’m interested to hear your thoughts after 30 days as well. Your facial “issues” seem to be the same as mine. Do you use the serum under moisturizer? On top? Instead of? I never know what to put where. I think I need professional help. Hello, Sephora…

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