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Looking at 48 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many customers experienced significant issues with their orders, frequently reporting missing items or receiving products that were already opened or damaged. People also consistently faced problems with response times, noting that the company often failed to reply to emails and inquiries, even from loyal customers. Some people were dissatisfied with the product quality, mentioning that certain items arrived unsealed or of questionable authenticity, while others expressed disappointment with changes to product formulas. Conversely, a small portion of people felt satisfied with the customer service, highlighting positive interactions with helpful staff who went above and beyond to resolve issues and provide excellent product knowledge.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

My friend asks for this each Christmas. It is boring but what she wants so as I good friend I buy. I think it over-price goo to be honest. Anyway this year after a £90 spend I was suprised there was n... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible processes for cancelling orders. My fault I ordered something didn’t want in error 30 seconds later spoke to customer services and no way to cancel order have to wait for delivery and refuse... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have been a loyal customer for years but my most recent order failed and funds were still taken. I was told it would be returned to my account within 5 business days. 9 business days later, I am sti... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered from the Clarins website, took over a week to arrive. Took item out of box, did not take a lot of notice of box but next day opened pot of cream and it had already been opened, could see where... See more


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TrustScore 2 out of 5

638 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service from Tori

Excellent customer service from Tori today. Tori was super happy and very helpful, a really efficient service. Thank you

January 31, 2024
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Thank you for your 5-star review. We will be sure to pass this onto Tori so she gets the recognition she deserves.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This is the most terrible customer…

This is the most terrible customer service I have ever known . They do not respond to anything you send them and make promises they do not keep . I’m asking for a refund of vouchers now but impossible to contact them . No live chat despite advertising it . Terrible company

January 30, 2024
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Reply from Clarins

Our team is working tirelessly to assist all customers. We can confirm our phones are available weekdays 9 am - 5:30 pm, and our live chat is available Monday to Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm, Saturday 9:30 - 4:30 pm and Sunday 10:30 -3:30 pm.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Clarins department at Boots…

The Clarins department at Boots Deepdale is always well stocked and the staff very helpful. Having it at my local Boots makes my life easier!

January 27, 2024
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Thank you for your lovely feedback - we will share this with the Boots Deepdale Team and their Manager.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT SHOP ONLINE!

I ordered products on the 31st of December (CLR_IE00450489) and I still haven't recieved them. Tracking information said error for 2 weeks and now its saying they are in Oirschot NL. They haven't moved since the 15th. I spoke to a woman in customer service who said "your order is lost, you just have to wait". 3-4 days delivery it says on the website. I go on holiday tomorrow and I expected to have these products by then. Not good enough. Will never shop online with Clarins again.

December 31, 2023
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I really love Clarins double serum but…

I really love Clarins double serum but The bottle isn't full when I bought it. It is totally disappointment. I took its picture.

January 9, 2024
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Thank you for your feedback, we are extremely sorry to hear this, please kindly contact our customer service team at help@clarins.co.uk who can look into this further.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Anti-Aging Beautu Treats

I’ve just purchased an Anti-Aging Beauty Treats starter kit and was unpacking it when I held it up to a lamp to read the product title. The light showed the amount of product in each container. In one, it has just over a centimetre of contents. The other one is just as bad.

I’ve taken photographs and kept the seals on and will be returning the product.

Why that size of containers for such a small amount?

I love Clarins and use it every day, but these starter kits are not value for money and I’m so disappointed.

January 8, 2024
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Thank you for your review. We are very sorry to hear you encountered an issue with your product. Please could you email us at help@clarins.co.uk informing us you left a review so we can assist further?

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Faulty spray mechanism on perfume bottles

The spray mechanism on the au dynamisante bottles are not fit for purpose. I am now on my third, having had the previous two replaced in store as I had a pitifully slow response from online customer services. Now the third bottle has stopped spraying within a month, rendering the product useless. Clarins has clearly changed their design but it is totally useless. What is going on?! Not good enough. I shall not purchase this product again.

December 23, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

We are very sorry to read your 1-star review. Whenever a customer reports an issue with any product, we ensure we complete a full investigation so we can ensure this is not a regular or repeated occurrence. However, we do apologise for the length of time it took to resolve your query. Please be assured we will share your feedback with our Customer Service Management Team. If you are still experiencing issues with your
Eau Dynamisante Treatment Fragrance please kindly email us at help@clarins.co.uk and we can look into this further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clarins - John Lewis Leeds

We visited the Clarins in John Lewis in Leeds to buy a facial treatment for my Mum for a Christmas present. The friendly and helpful lady that served us offered myself and my friend a free taster facial treatment and we of course said yes.

Our facials were done by Olivia and Isabella and they were very lovely and informative. The facials were amazing and just what we needed after a day of shopping.

Really friendly staff that went above and beyond😊

December 22, 2023
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Thank you for your amazing feedback; we are delighted to hear of your fantastic store experience. We will pass this is to Olivia and Isabella's Manager so they get the recognition they deserve.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Such an awful experience

Such an awful experience, I paid a lot for next day delivery and now I'm being told my items would be here the 29th, when I asked to cancel and obtain a refund I was told 'no' it was to late, despite them not being dispatched, and I was told to refuse the delivery, not even a sorry or explanation why I paid for next day delivery and it would not arrive! Not good customer service!
Now I'm having to pay again for a Christmas present (else where clearly!!)
To say I am disappointed in my clarins experience is an understatement!

December 21, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

Thank you for your review. We are very sorry we were not able to cancel your order. Unfortunately, any cancellation is only a request, and this cannot be guaranteed, however, the order can be refused and will be sent back to our warehouse for a full refund.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I'm posting this review to understand…

I'm posting this review to understand if Clarins has changed formula of the Eau Ressourcante. I sprayed this on a number of occasions using testers and I had a positive opinion about it. After some time, I recently purchased it from 3 different places including Clarins website, because I don't think it smells as it used to be whatsoever. If I read the description on Clarins websites I can't smell any Iris any Benzoin anything in particular if not a citrusy alcohol feeling. I purchased it 3 times in a row to understand but what's going on about it?? It's not pleasant but a waste of money. Also the body lotion is almost the same.

December 5, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

Thank you for your review. We can confirm that we recently updated our Eau Ressourçante franchise, which is now part of our Aroma range. All products within this range are made up of ingredients of 95% natural origins, so this franchise has been slightly reformulated and the packaging is now made from recycled materials. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please email help@clarins.co.uk, with a photograph of the treatment fragrance, the batch code, proof of purchase and your address so customer services may assist.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful customer experience, terrible company

I placed an order for Christmas presents for my parents on 17th December with 3-4 days shipping. Which if shipped on Monday 18th it would be here at the latest by 22nd. I received tracking on Monday 18th stating my parcel would be delivered by 27th…. What a load of nonsense. So I contacted clarins and asked them to cancel the order and recall the package through UPS snail mail that they use (the really cheap service) and it shouldn’t be a problem as it takes so long to deliver there is plenty of time to recall. Thomas gets back to me and states that they will recall the package and when THEY receive the package back only THEN can I get my refund. A few days before Christmas this horrible company leaves people without gifts for their loved ones and won’t issue refund immediately in order for the person to buy other gifts. I am appalled at this disgusting company thinking everyone has endless pots of money to spend. I would rather hand someone cash then clarins products

December 18, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

Thank you for your review. We are very sorry we were not able to cancel your order. Unfortunately, any cancellation is only a request, and this cannot be guaranteed, however, the order can be refused and will be sent back to our warehouse for a full refund. Please could you email us at help@clarins.co.uk so we can investigate this further.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Faulty atomisers & rubbish customer service!

Atomisers on both a 200ml and a travel-sized 100ml bottles of Eau Dynamisante eau de toilette stopped spraying within a week or so of buying.
Very unsatisfactory & slow response from the Clarins customer service team. They were not willing to trust their customer and ask for the items to be retirned in exchange for replacements, were nit particularly apologetic either. I had to waste my time looking for receipts, taking photos of batch umbers, etc before they would act. Even then, it only amounted to a replacement atomiser, despite the fact that I had had to remove the lid altogether to be able to use the perfume by 'splashing' it on and, as a result, must have used so much more than if the atomiser spray had been working. To add insult to injury, there were no atomisers in stock, so I waited weeks for any arrival. When it finally turned up, there was only ONE atomiser enclosed (despite me explaining from the start that BOTH bottles were faulty). The note also said that a free sample was enclosed as a means of apology - there was NOTHING but the 1 atomiser!
I emailed customer service again to say there was only 1 atomiser (& no free sample), but have had no reply a week or more later!
In the meantime, unbelievably, the NEW atomiser has STOPPED spraying!!! I have just phoned the Head Office, but the receptionist said there was no-one who I could speak to in order to make a complaint. Instead, she said she would email the Team Leaders of customer service and someone would phone me, so that I could pass on my complaint.
I am totally frustrated and am tempted to NEVER buy Clarins again, despite having worn this perfume for the past 30+ years!!! It really is ridiculously poor customer service for a product that isn't at all cheap.

December 19, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

We are very sorry to read your 1-star review. Whenever a customer reports an issue with any product, we ensure we complete a full investigation so we can ensure this is not a regular or repeated occurrence. However, we do apologise for the length of time it took to resolve your query and you did not receive a sample in your pack. Please be assured we will share your feedback with our Customer Service Management Team.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered an advent calendar on 27th of…

Ordered an advent calendar on 27th of November thinking it would be here in a few days, 2 weeks later and still no parcel. So I asked for a refund only to be told it’s too late and will have to refuse delivery. No apologies. Just need to send it back. Probably won’t be refunded till February.

November 27, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

We are extremely sorry to hear of the disappointment caused on this occasion. Our Warehouse Team is working around the clock to ensure all parcels are dispatched as quickly as possible. Our Customer Service Team is receiving a higher number of orders but if you do need any assistance, please do not hesitate to call us on - 01279 967 776
Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Order fulfilled in time stated

I had a bit of a panic after ordering a Christmas present and then reading the reviews on trustpilot regarding delays in dispatch. However, my order was fulfilled in the time period stated.

December 15, 2023
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Thank you for your positive review. We are delighted to hear that your parcel has been delivered.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I placed an order days ago- no update on my order

I placed an order days ago, made contact via online chat function , i then get an email saying my order will be delayed with no specific time frame .I've written to them about 5 times and not heard from them since and its been days.

The most unprofessional brand ever

1/05/2024 - It's been over 20 days now i still have not received my order or my refund

December 11, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

We are very sorry for the length of time of time it has taken to dispatch your parcel. Our Warehouse Team is working around the clock to ensure all parcels are dispatched as quickly as possible. Our Customer Service Team is receiving a higher number of orders but if you do need any assistance, please do not hesitate to call us on - 01279 967 776
Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Despite 100% frustration lack of…

Despite 100% frustration lack of replies.. Clarins have now solved the issue I had. Matter closed.Thank you
Ps I had no option use trust pilot for action

December 1, 2023
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Thank you for your updated 5-star review. We are delighted to hear that your issue has now been resolved.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No refund on faulty goods .

Sent back faulty double serum that only dispensed clear greasy fluid. They had asked for photos of product batch number etc which I sent. They say it not received and won’t replace until they get it due to ‘Quality Control’ purposes.
I looked up UK Government Consumer rights and can’t find anywhere that this is a reason for refusing a refund on something they agreed was faulty after seeing the photos.
Customer service is hard to contact. I waited an hour to speak to someone. No one will help and now they’re not answering my emails. I am sending a copy of my emails and the photos to BBC Watchdog and Trading Standards. I have spent £100’s with Clarins over the years. No more !
Update ******
Today finally told that item has been received and that a replacement has been sent along with a gift to apologise
Thank you Clarins.

November 21, 2023
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We do sincerely apologise for the most recent service you have received, so please be assured this will be addressed with the Customer Service Management Team. However, we are pleased to hear that a replacement, along with a gift has now been received.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from Clarins

I placed an order for a few items taking advantage of the 20% discount. All items arrived very quickly and beautifully packaged, and also with a free gift and 3 samples as well. They must be very busy this time of year but still provided a great service at a very good price, and I will continue to use the online service for the future.

December 1, 2023
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Reply from Clarins

Thank you for your amazing 5-star review. We are delighted to hear of your fantastic experience you encountered whilst shopping with us online from start to finish. We will be sure to pass this onto our Warehouse Distribution Team, and we are delighted to hear you will continue to shop with us online.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience at Clairns O2 Arena

The staff at Clairns store at the O2 Icon shopping centre were so friendly and helpful, particularly Eva. She was a joy to deal with and explained the services available from Clarins as account holders, that we were unaware of..She is a great asset to Clairns.

December 6, 2023
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Thank you for your lovely feedback. We will be sure to share this with Eva and their manager, so Eva gets the recognition they deserve.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

24 advent calender bad experience

My review is about the 24 advent calander I bought resently. I was so excited for opening my present, but the moment I unwrapped the box, I noticed a very strange and disgusting smell. I don't even want to use the products anymore, as they also stink because of the box... I got really nautious because of it and I don't even think it is safe. I don't understand that if you make such a luxury product, that you don't think about the smell.... It is really sad that it does the products no honour.. I am used to buy Clarins products, but this is really bad and in my opinion you can't sell products with such bad smell... It is not what I am used of Clarins and I am very very dissappointed...

December 4, 2023
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We are very surprised to hear of the disappointing smell coming from our advent calendar. Please be assured this will be shared with our Quality Control Team. We can see you have since contacted our Customer Service Team and the item has been refunded.

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