CLARINS Beauty Advice

Age 20 Morning and evening, start by cleansing your face, then apply a purifying toning lotion if your skin is prone to oiliness, and finally a matifying, hydrating gel or fluid. This two-step routine of cleansing and skin care is the beauty step you'll be carrying out all your life, using the right, targeted products. It's your beauty basic!

Age 20 Avoid squeezing spots and blackheads too hard. Instead, use a "blemish control" product which is applied locally to gently dry and purify skin. Alternate with a purifying mask with pink clay once or twice a week, and very gentle skin care products to control oiliness without aggressing skin.

Age 20 At 20, you like to laze around on the beach and have a glowing tan! That's great, but you must learn how to enjoy the sun in moderation, starting now. Because it's the number one factor behind premature ageing and dark spots. Always use sun cream, and avoid the sun between midday and 4pm.

Age 20 At 20, a few imperfections can affect the radiance of your complexion. Achieve perfect skin with a touch of long-hold foundation or a concealer stick, applied locally to targeted areas. Highlight cheekbones with a pink or coral blush for a healthy-glow look, use fruity shades of lipstick for a radiant smile, and get glamorous lashes with a mascara that delivers volume, length and lasting-hold. Tip: for a long-lasting, even complexion, always apply a moisturizer before applying foundation.

Age 20 Yo-yo diets are common at your age and stretch marks can appear on the bust area and hips. To prevent these and maintain the elasticity of your skin, follow these two beauty steps: exfoliate your body to reinforce its firmness and resistance by stimulating cellular renewal, and use nourishing, softening body oils.