I received this to try from chickadvisor and I've used it a few days now. It's a decent moisturizer - with the added benefit of having sunscreen. It felt good on the skin and worked well under makeup. I didn't really notice any brightening effect, and I can't comment on the effects from Vit C, etc as those are long-term use results. I will continue to use this, and will likely re-purchase, even if I don't find more longer-term effects, because it's a good priced, useful daily sunscreen.

I received this product as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club, otherwise I would never have bought it, simply because the price is very high. But price aside, I found that it does moisturize well. To me it has the texture of sunscreen, a bit thicker than regular moisturizer/lotion. And it takes a little bit to rub it all into the skin. But it doesn't leave my skin feeling oily which is very nice and even after a few hours my face hasn't turned shiny and oily like other moisturizers often do. As for the brightening aspect, I do notice that right after I apply it my face seems a bit whiter and brighter, sort of like a brighter light was turned onto my face and there are less shadows and dark areas. I think I need to continue using it for a longer time to be able to really determine whether it makes a difference in brightening and smoothing my skin. So yes, it is a good product but for me the price just isn't worth it.

I received this free from the Chick Advisor Review Club.

So far I really like this face lotion. It hasn't irritated my skin, but if it gets too close to my eyes it is a bit irritating to them, so I have to be careful not to get it in that area too much. It does have a light scent, kind of like green tea. It's a nice scent, but I do wish it was unscented just because then it may not irritate my eyes if I get it near them.

The formula is quite moisturizing, more so than my current facial moisturizer with SPF. It absorbs quickly and has t made my skin break out at all. My skin feels very soft after using this and it definitely looks more hydrated/plumper and that does help with the appearance of my fine lines. It actually has helped my skin appear a bit 'brighter' so far. I wish it was a slightly higher SPF though. I will use this whole bottle and see how my skin looks at the end.

I also love the packaging. The pump not only dispenses the perfect amount of product with no waste, it also protects the good stuff inside!

I received this product as a Chick Advisor.

I was excited to try this product as I find my skin dull during the dreary winter months. I also find in the winter I don't wear sunscreen like I should.

I do have normal to dry skin which can sometimes be sensitive. I was pleasantly surprised at the consistency and ease of applying this cream. It went on easily (sometimes products with sunscreen are thick and pasty) but this applied well and left my skin feel smooth. The one comment I would make is that I don't think I would wear it for the winter as on a windy, -25 day my skin was left with some red patches from skin being too dry. I would defintly use this is the spring-fall range though.

It smelled nice - not too scented, and the sunscreen did not irritate my eyes or skin. I can't say I noticed a huge difference in brightness but it left skin feeling smooth & hydrated when applied.

I think for the price and ease of being able to purchase it as a local drugstore, I would purchase again. It doesn't promise the world but it is a nice beauty product I would consider again in the future.

I received this for free as part of the ChickAdvisor product review club.

I am super happy with this moisturizer! The pump packaging is clean and hygienic. I found the scent to be light and fresh. No irritation or sensitivity was noted. It did not have that icky sunscreen feeling; it went on smoothly like a lotion and I'm thrilled that this is oil-free, moisturizes and provides SPF protection! I used it under my foundation and my makeup stayed on reasonably well as the day went on.

Since it's winter, I can't comment on how well the sunscreen portion works but I'm happy with it as a daily moisturizer. (I have combination skin). If it works well as a sunscreen too, I will be buying this again!

I received this product as part of the product review club and I was super excited to use it! My favourite part about it is that it includes spf, and is great as a daily moisturizer. My face feels moisturized but not sticky after applying, and it does seem to lighten my acne scars a bit! Awesome product, but a bit pricey compared to other drugstore brands.

i like the fact that it has SPF, so i don't have to apply so many layers of cream. although i prefer a higher SPF like 30 instead of 15.

after using it for a week, i noticed my skin is smoother and 'brighter'. the texture of the cream is smooth and easy to apply. very gentle and not greasy at all

i check the price at the drugstore, good value for the money

i received this product from chickadvisor !

Thank you ChickAdvisor for allowing me to try the Garnier SkinAcitve Clearly Brighter Brightening & smoothin Moisturizer for FREE!

First off, the price is horrible. Suggested retail is $20.99. In no way would I EVER pay that for a moisturizer by Garnier. If it were under $10, prehaps, but not $20.99.

The smell, don't like it. It smell like sunscreen and that's a smell I don't want to be smelling on my face all day.

It goes on nice, it's a bit thick, so a little goes a long way.

It didn't make my face break out which is nice, and it also did clear up my skin a bit.

Would I buy this again? For the price no, but if it was on sale yes. I do love my other face cream that I use everyday, but I'll use this till it runs out and then revamp my review.

I love a skin brightener especially in the winter because my skin is dull. This works alone or under makeup. It's not greasy and it hydrates my skin. So far so good. Excited to see the long term results.

I loved this product! Within 2 days of trying the product, I could visibly see my skin brightening and my fine wrinkles smoothing out. It is easy to apply and doesn't leave any sticky or oily residue like many moisturizers. I especially love the added SPF 15. I would definitely recommend it for any skin type.