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Thursday, 3 January 2013

Review | Garnier Dark Spot Corrector

Skin History
 Although I don't have overly problematic skin, like everyone else I get spots, and when I do get a bad spot it tends to leave a dark mark that often take several months to begin to fade, leaving my skin tone sometimes looking uneven. I've constantly been on the look out for something to clear them up, but had given up hope and accepted it. So when I saw the Dark Spot Corrector in boots it felt like a perfect fit for me. Over the years I have tried a wide range of Garnier products, and I especially love their skin care range so I had high hopes for the Corrector, and at £9.99 from Boots you cant go wrong in my book!



What Causes Dark Spots 
Melanin is the brown pigment responsible for skin colour. However excessive amounts of stress, UV rays, ageing and changing hormones levels can lead to to much melanin being produced, leading to a small patch of colour that we know as dark spots.


'a daily skincare product that evens skin tone, reduces the appearance of dark spots and illuminates whilst giving intense 24hr moisture. The light non greasy texture is suitable for all skin tones.'

Initial Thoughts
 The first thing that hit me when I tried the Corrector was the smell, its amazing. Its lovely and citrusy, but not over powering, just fresh. The smell alone is refreshing enough to wake me up. I love how natural it smells, It doesn't feel like I'm plastering my skin in anything un natural, which when it comes to skin is a good thing.
 Like Garnier claims its very lightweight and not greasy at all, it lovely to apply and is a great base first thing in the morning. I have quite oily skin at times and this complements my skin type well and doesn't make my skin more oily. 

2 Months On 
 After using the corrector for quite some time I can honestly say i've noticed a serious change in my skin tone. Some of the dark spots that I've had for what feels like years have now faded a huge amount and I don't feel like I always have to wearing concealer in order to feel confident. 
 When I came home from university I typically left it at home when I went back for 2 weeks, and I realised then how much this had been doing for my skin, It felt duller without it. Since then I'm using this religiously twice a day and I can't rate it highly enough.



17 comments:

  1. I have dark spots to so this definitely needs to me a staple in my beauty kit. Thanks for the post!
    XOXO,
    Simone

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    1. I couldn't recommend anything better! and its a brilliant moisturiser!x

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  2. Ah I have the same problem! Fade marks that stick around for absolutely ages. Might have to give this ago- had never heard of it before

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    1. I wonder 100% recommend it! its not going to break the bank, and if it doesnt work as well of you, your left with an amazing smelling moisturiser haha!x

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  3. I was looking at this a little while ago and wondered if i should buy it or not. I didn't but when i run out of my current moisturiser, i'll be giving this a try

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    1. I was the same, but then I thought its worth a try even if i notice a slight difference for me its worth it :)x

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  4. Great review, It sounds like a wonderful product. I always tend to get darker skin around my eyes, maybe this will help :)
    Daniella x

    http://daniella-r.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Thank you, hopefully it will work out great for you swell! x

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  6. thanks for this review! i hate the dark spots left by pimples, so i will definitely check this out! :D

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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    1. I know me too! I love it and anything that can help i'll try!x

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  7. Sounds like a great product although scented skincare items usually irritate my skin so I think I will pass on this product :)


    www.ofbeautyandnothingness.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Ahh that sucks, sorry it can't help you! But you never know there may be something else on the market that works in a similar way :)x

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  8. Ooo wow this sounds like an amazing product. I have looked at this loads but always put it down because I wasn't sure! I am defo going to purchase with this recommendation! :) Great Review :)
    LaceyLoves x

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    1. Ahhh! Yay! Its great knowing i helped you take the plunge :) Let me know how you get on with it!x

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