This month we tested Clarins’ Advanced Lift-Affine Visage Contouring Serum.
Manufacturers promise that the novelty will return us a clear oval of the face, as well as reduce swelling by removing excess fluid and breaking down fat deposits. Clarins clients with an Asian type of appearance were the first to ask for such a tool. Therefore, in the East it appeared 15 years ago, becoming a bestseller. Then the serum was launched in other parts of the world. In the meantime, the researchers have continued to work on the formula and are now ready to introduce us to the brand new, improved Lift-Affine Visage Serum. One of the first copies was tested by the editor of Psychologies Elena Shevchenko.
Operating principle The basis of the updated serum was the herbal complex Multi-Affinant. The extracts included in it contribute to the “sculpture” of the face. Ginger of the zerumbet variety from the Asian tropics removes excess fluid, Japanese persimmon maintains skin elasticity, and guarana (liana from the Amazon forests) breaks down fats. In addition, Lift-Affine Visage includes components from the previous version that have proven their effectiveness. This, for example, is an extract of the South American baccharis shrub. It slows down the formation of adipose tissue. And oats, which provide lifting, moisturize and soften the skin. Elena’s opinion: “I am wary of experiments with cosmetics. But persimmon, ginger, oats and other natural ingredients inspired me with confidence.”
Feature of application Morning and evening, apply a thin layer of Lift-Affine Visage to cleansed skin and follow with a two-minute massage to increase the effectiveness of the product. Finish with cream. Elena’s opinion: “A white emulsion with an unobtrusive herbal aroma is absorbed instantly, as I like it. I can’t call it economical. It took at least three clicks on the dispenser. The need to do a massage at first confused: I think that this should be done by specialists. But the movements described in the insert are simple and pleasant: they obviously cannot harm the skin. But how relaxing! For amateurs like me, this is what you need.
Promised effect In 4 weeks, Lift-Affine Visage reduces facial volume by 22,8% and improves definition by 13,2%*. Elena’s opinion: “The skin became refreshed and hydrated literally from the first application of the serum. I didn’t even need cream. As for the rest, I think the tool needs to be given time: I have only been using it for a week.
*According to research by Clarins Laboratories, 2013.