Clarins Double Serum

Clarins is a legendary French prestige beauty brand founded in 1954 by Jacques Courtin-Clarins. The brand began as a luxury spa on Rue Tronchet in Paris and revolutionized the industry by introducing plant-based oils and natural extracts into high-performance skincare. Clarins is best known for its pioneering 'Double Serum,' a product first launched in 1985 that utilizes a dual-chamber system to combine lipid-soluble and water-soluble ingredients.

The manufacturing process remains deeply rooted in France. Clarins continues to produce its high-end serums, creams, and cosmetics at its own production facility in Pontoise, France. This centralized manufacturing allows the brand to maintain strict quality control and adhere to its 'Made in France' heritage, which is a core component of its brand identity in the global luxury market.

Ownership of Clarins is notable in the luxury sector as it remains a private, family-owned business. Unlike many of its competitors who have been acquired by large conglomerates like L'Oréal or Estée Lauder, Clarins is owned by the Courtin-Clarins family through the holding company Famille C. This independence has allowed the brand to focus on long-term sustainability initiatives and maintain a specific philosophy centered on plant science and bio-mimicry.