CLARINS Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch Makeup Primer 0.5 oz — lightweight pore-blurring, hydrating base

Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch is an ultra-light makeup primer that blurs pores and lines to create a smooth, hydrated canvas for foundation.

This lightweight primer melts into skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines, pores and wrinkles while helping makeup apply more evenly and last longer. Formulated with vitamin E for hydration, blurring soft-focus pigments and Acacia micro-pearls, it leaves an imperceptible veil that smooths texture without heaviness or shine.

How quickly does this primer smooth skin?

Results are visible immediately after application: the skin surface looks softer and lines appear less pronounced thanks to micro-pearls and light-diffusing pigments. The finish is natural and non-greasy, so you can follow with foundation right away.

• Instant soft-focus effect from blurring pigments
• Acacia micro-pearls fill and blur fine lines and pores
• Ultralight fondant texture absorbs quickly

Will it help makeup last longer and look smoother?

Yes—this primer creates an even base that helps foundation spread uniformly and adhere better throughout the day. It reduces the need for heavy layering and helps prevent makeup settling into creases.

• Prepares skin for more even foundation application
• Minimizes patchy or cakey buildup around texture and lines
• Non-oily formula supports prolonged wear

Is it suitable for my skin type and daily routine?

The ultra-light, non-comedogenic-feeling texture works well for a range of skin types, including normal, combination and dry skin needing smoothing and hydration. Its subtle veil won’t overwhelm oilier areas when applied sparingly.

• Contains hydrating Vitamin E to support moisture balance
• Lightweight enough for use under makeup or on its own
• Use a pea-sized amount for full-face coverage

How do I apply it for best results?

Warm a small amount between fingertips or a brush, then press gently onto areas with visible texture—cheeks, nose, forehead and around the mouth. Blend outward and allow a few seconds to settle before applying foundation or tinted products.

• Apply sparingly to targeted areas to avoid product buildup
• Layer under foundation or use alone for a natural blur
• Can be touched up lightly over makeup for extra smoothing

Who is this for: Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch is designed for anyone seeking a lightweight, skin-friendly primer that visibly minimizes pores, softens lines and improves foundation application. It’s especially useful for people who want a natural-looking, blurred finish without heavy silicones or thick primers—ideal for daily use or special occasions when a smoother complexion is desired.

Ingredients

CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, DIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAISOSTEARATE, ALCOHOL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, CI 77019/MICA, CI 77491/IRON OXIDE, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 75470/CARMINE, [M0717B]