The €38 beauty product every single mum should own (trust us)

Ever since becoming a mum (and also, I think, just being in my 30s as opposed to my 20s), I have embraced the no-make-up makeup look. As in; I am happiest when my skin looks fresh and flawless – and I can't really be bothered (simply because I just don't have time for) all the extras, like eyeliner, lip pencils, contouring, you name it – just give me a glowy, dewy skin and I'm happy. The thing is – because I am now a mum (meaning I am constantly sleep deprived) and in my 30s (where did those lines come from?!), dewy, glowy skin sometimes need a little help to happen. And guys – I have found that help. A product so amazing, so cult-y, that every woman – and especially every tired-to-the-bone mama – needs to know exists. Say hello to Clarins Beauty Flash Balm– the Holy Grail of glowing skin. No, really – it is. This cult-status Clarins product (it has been around for close to 40 years now!) is one of those products you never knew your life was missing until you try it – and once you have, you'll wonder how to heck you managed without it for all these years. Trust me. As for what it is – the answers are many. You can use it almost like a primer, under foundation, for extra glow and staying power. Or, like I often do, just on its own – and watch your skin get visibly tighter, smoother and more luminous in seconds. Or – even better – use it as a bit of a pick-me-up over your makeup throughout the day, for instant radiance!   Oh, and many even argue you can use it as a face mask. Just apply a thin layer to freshly cleansed skin and leave for 10-15 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water and notice just how much better your skin suddenly looks. All-in-one wonder product As for how Beauty Flash Balm does its magic, ingredients like olive and witch hazel smooth the skin to eliminate lines and wrinkles, while soothing Bisabolol helps restore skin’s youthful glow. I never travel without out these days, as it is pretty much the perfect holiday product, as you can literally replace your usual moisturizer, primer and mask with this one genius product.