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Garnier SkinActive Clearly Brighter Brightening & Smoothing Moisturizer Reviews

Description

If you're concerned with the evenness of your skin tone, this non greasy formula is designed to smooth dull, rough skin so it looks polished, even-toned and more radiant. It contains an antioxidant complex of Vitamin C and E as well as gentle exfoliating Lip-Hydroxyl Acid (LHA).

You might also enjoy the Garnier Miracle Anti-Fatigue Moisturizeror the Garnier Micellar Water.

For more information, please visit Garnier.
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    February 21, 2016

    The moisturizer is not as brightening and I thought it would be. However, it was moisturizing, more for a summer use rather than the winter. I liked the pump action.

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    February 21, 2016

    The moisturizer didn't brighten my skin as much as I thought it would. But it was very moisturizing though and I liked the pump! Not a product I would buy.

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    February 21, 2016

    This product is a light moisturizer that goes on easily and you can barely feel it once it's on. Not too runny, not too thick. Goes on easily, face feels and looks clean. I did not like the fragrance however. It smelled plastic-y. Thankfully the scent fades quickly. However, my previous moisturizer had a slight citrus scent which I prefer much more. I'm not sure that I noticed brighter skin, but it did work comparable to other moisturizers that I have tried and I liked the added benefit of having sunscreen.

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    February 21, 2016

    This brightening and smoothing moisturizer with SPF 15 was alright. I liked that it was light on my skin but I found it too fragrant. I did not notice a big difference after using it for a week, but I did find it as a good base under makeup. SPF 15 personally is not enough for me, I would rather go for something with at SPF 30. I'm not sure I would buy this product or recommend it to friends, but I'm willing to continue trying it for a few more weeks to see if I notice a difference!

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    February 20, 2016

    I got to test and review this product for free thanks to ChickAdvisor.

    First of all, I love the packaging. I love that it comes in a pump and that you can lock it when you aren't using it. The bottle is plastic so it is super light. This would make a great moisturizer to use for travelling.

    The moisturizer itself smells really nice. It has a citrus and fresh scent which I really enjoy. I like that it has SPF 15, but I do wish that it had at least SPF 30. The moisturizer kept my face hydrated but I did feel that I had to apply another layer shortly after. All in all, I think it's a great daily moisturizer to use in the summer, but definitely not for the cold harsh winter months. For approximately $20, it is reasonably priced.

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    February 20, 2016

    Disclaimer: I received a full size bottle of Garnier SkinActive Clearly Brighter Brigtening and Smothing Moisturizer from Chickadvisor to review.

    As of yet (Feb. 20) I haven't had a chance to use this moisturizer. I know review were due on the 21st, but I only just picked up my package today and it was only available for pick up on the 12th because of the delivery issues and Chickadvisor having the product in stock to ship. I plan to give this product a full testing and hopefully my skin will be as improved as they promise in a week.

    Updated On: March 21, 2016

    Update (March 21): So I've been using Garnier SkinActive Clearly Brighter Brightening and Smoothing Moisturizer every day now since the 21st of last month. I haven't noticed any changes in my skin. It's not brighter and it's not any smoother. Also, do not trust this sunscreen as your regular sunscreen to protect you from the sun. It doesn't have any UVA II coverage. So if you are going to use this as a moisturizer, make sure to have proper, broad spectrum coverage on underneath.

    The consistency is good, I like how quickly it can be applied and gets absorbed. I also like the packaging in terms of a pump being more sanitary. But I don't like how easy it is to lock. The slightest little twist will lock it. And I assume it could be just as easy to unlock if you have it in your suitcase.

    Overall, I would not recommend this product if you're looking for a good overall moisturizer/sunscreen. There's better out there. Check this chart if you want to make sure the spf is actually broad spectrum: 15minutebeauty.com/2008/03/sunscreen-active-ingredients.html

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    2.8/5
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    February 20, 2016

    I received this product to test and review through the ChickAdvisor review club.

    I have only been using this moisturizer for about 5 days, and although it is a reallly nice texture, and it does make my skin feel smooth, I have not noticed any of the brightening effect yet. It is a bit pricier than my usual moisturizer so not sure if I would keep using it after the trial bottle is gone or not... if I change my mind down the line, I will come back and update my review.

    Updated On: April 08, 2016

    I have been using this product for about 6 weeks now and have noticed that my skin is somewhat brighter and more youthful than it was before I first started using it. I would change my recommendation with the caveat that you must be consistent in your use and patient!

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    February 19, 2016
    Ontario, Canada

    This product served as a decent daily moisturizer but wasn't anything spectacular. As mentioned by others, the low SPF value is counter productive to a brightening and smoothing cream. As well, the price is much higher than what I would expect for the size.
    After 1 week I did not notice any brightening.

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    February 18, 2016

    I received this product as part of the Chick Advisor Product Review Club. Ive used this product twice daily since i received it more than a week ago. I enjoy that it has an spf...as far as im concerned, all facial moisturizers should have some degree of spf. It has a nice, lite scent and it is not too heavy or oily. Unfortunately, my skin was not to happy with this product as it left my face with some pimples! I was quite shocked acually because my skin is not normally sensitive to products. I contined using this product in hopes that it was just something else that caused my pimples. I think i can safely say that it was this moisurizer. I really wanted to like this product but unfortunately I cant give it a 5 star because of the pimples. Besides that, it a nice product but not meant for me. Im going to continue using it...simply because i lime how it feels on my skin but i am only going to use it in the morning and go back to my regular moisturizer at night. The price is comparable to other like products. I am always willing to pay a price for a great product. Thanks for the opportunity to try and review this product!

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    February 17, 2016

    I would say this cream is mediocre in terms of benefits compared to other drug store moisturizers. I have been using it for a couple weeks and I do like it but don't see any significant differences in "brightness" or the "smoothness". I feel like this is one of those products you have to use for at least 6 weeks before seeing any significant changes. The one thing I do like is the way my skin feels in the morning post using it at night before bed time!

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