Clarins: Clarins Lotus Face Treatment Oil is a natural astringent for Oily or Combination Skin. Containing Clarins’ exclusive blend of Rosewood, Geranium and Lotus extracts, Lotus Treatment Oil helps purify, tighten pores and refine the skin's texture whilst Hazelnut Oil softens, soothes and seals in moisture to prevent fine lines. 100% pure plant extracts. No preservatives. Non-staining.

I have a confession to make - I don't trust face oils. I don't think they are worth putting on the skin. It was only when I watched a video on anti-ageing face massage that I finally thought that they might be worth using, because you can't massage your face without an oil or lotion if you want to avoid tugging on the skin. So when I received news that Clarins was repackaging their face treatment oils, I decided to try their Lotus face treatment oil, for oily and combination skin.

Packaging
I love the bottle that this oil comes in. Sturdy, strong, and clear, so I can see the product I am using. The pump dropper that dispenses the product is made from quality material, and keeps the oil inside the bottle. I hate oils that run all over the sides of the bottle, making the bottle feel greasy and dirty. I've been using this for about a month now, and have had no problems with leaking or greasiness on the outside of the bottle. WIN.

Product
The smell of this oil reminds me a little of herbal mosquito repellent. This freaked me out a little at first, because I am allergic to whatever is in the stuff, but this didn't affect my skin at all. It absorbs into the skin well, but slowly. It takes about 20 minutes for the oil to absorb properly into my skin. This may be because I use quite a lot of it - 5 drops each night.

Performance
According to Clarins, the benefits of this oil are:

• Purifies and clarifies
• Discourages blemishes
• Tightens pores
• Refines skin texture
• Softens and soothes
• Prevents dehydration
• Natural astringent