Clarol: Naturally Active Skincare for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
Clarol is our naturally active range for teenagers and adults with oily, spot-prone and acne-prone skin. Rather than harsh stripping, it takes a gentle, rebalancing approach, using MicroSilver and naturally derived botanicals to keep pores clear, balance oil and support a clearer complexion. Vegan, dermatologically tested and made in Britain.
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What is Clarol?
Clarol is a British skincare range developed for teenagers and adults with oily, spot-prone and acne-prone skin. Rather than harshly stripping the skin, which can make oiliness and irritation worse, it takes a gentle, rebalancing approach, using naturally active ingredients to keep pores clear, balance oil and support a clearer complexion.
The range covers a full routine: a Silver & Birch Exfoliating Wash to cleanse, a Birch Water Toner to refine the look of pores, the Silver Serum to rebalance the skin through the day, Sebopure to help keep sebum balanced, and ZnO Clear to target individual spots overnight, plus a Mattifying Primer for a smooth, less shiny finish. At the heart of the range is MicroSilver, a cosmetic-grade micronised silver, not colloidal silver, that works on the surface of the skin to help keep blemish-prone skin balanced and support its natural defences, alongside purifying botanicals such as birch and charcoal. Clarol is vegan, dermatologically tested and made in Britain.
Clarol benefits
Vegan and cruelty-free. Free from parabens, added perfume, SLS and MI, and formulated for oily, blemish-prone and sensitive skin.
Takes a gentle, rebalancing approach that keeps skin clear and comfortable, rather than harshly stripping it, which can make oiliness and irritation worse.
Built around MicroSilver, a cosmetic-grade micronised silver that works on the skin's surface to help keep blemish-prone skin balanced and support its natural defences.
Naturally active birch and other botanicals help balance excess oil and refine the look of pores, for a fresher, more matte finish.
Gentle, soothing actives such as bisabolol help calm the visible redness and irritation that often come with breakouts.
Includes targeted steps, such as a spot-on treatment, to care for individual emerging or active spots without drying out the whole face.
Gentle enough for teenagers, adults and hormonal or sensitive skin, and designed for the consistent, long-term daily use that blemish-prone skin needs.
A full routine for oily, acne-prone skin, from a gentle wash and toner to the Silver Serum, oil-balancing Sebopure and a targeted spot treatment.
Why choose Clarol?
Many acne products work by stripping and drying the skin, which can leave it irritated and, over time, producing even more oil. Clarol takes a gentler route. It is built around MicroSilver and naturally active botanicals that keep pores clear and oil balanced while being kind to the skin, so it suits the consistent, long-term use that blemish-prone skin needs. It is gentle enough for teenage, adult and hormonal skin, vegan, and made in Britain.
How to use Clarol
Start with Clarol Birch Water Toner. Using a clean cotton pad, gently sweep it over the whole face. This step helps refine the look of open pores and balance oily, spot-prone skin.
Before any makeup, apply Clarol Silver Serum to clean, dry skin with clean, dry fingers. Its purifying MicroSilver works in a smarter, gentler way than harsh acne products, helping to rebalance the skin and support its natural defences against spots. It stays active for around eight hours, so one morning application works through the day and makes an ideal base under makeup. Let it absorb first.
Finish with the Nordic Birch & Japanese Algae Mattifying Primer to blur the appearance of pores, control shine and create a smooth base for makeup, or wear it alone for a naturally matte finish.
+ Adjust to your skin
If your skin feels very oily, use the Silver & Birch Exfoliating Wash morning and evening, and apply Sebopure twice daily, after Silver Serum. If your skin feels dry, reduce exfoliation to every other day. And try not to over-wash with water and soap when it is not needed, as this can strip the skin's natural oils and increase sensitivity.
Begin with Clarol Silver & Birch Exfoliating Wash to gently cleanse away impurities and dead skin cells from the surface, helping to keep pores clear and prevent the build-up that leads to breakouts.
Follow with Clarol Birch Water Toner, sweeping it over the whole face with a clean cotton pad to refine the look of pores and balance oily, spot-prone skin.
After cleansing and toning, apply Clarol Sebopure to help keep sebum balanced and prevent pore blockages from forming overnight. Healthy sebum is part of comfortable, balanced skin, so this step supports rather than strips.
For active spots, dab a small amount of ZnO Clear directly onto blemishes as a targeted overnight treatment.
+ Adjust to your skin
If your skin feels very oily, use the Silver & Birch Exfoliating Wash morning and evening, and apply Sebopure twice daily, after Silver Serum. If your skin feels dry, reduce exfoliation to every other day. And try not to over-wash with water and soap when it is not needed, as this can strip the skin's natural oils and increase sensitivity.
Clarol: frequently asked questions
1. What is Clarol, and who is it for?
Clarol is a gentle, naturally active, British-made skincare range for teenagers and adults with oily, spot-prone and acne-prone skin. It uses MicroSilver and naturally derived botanicals to keep pores clear and oil balanced, taking a rebalancing approach rather than harshly stripping the skin.
2. What makes Clarol different from ordinary acne skincare?
Many acne products work by stripping and drying the skin, which can leave it irritated and producing more oil. Clarol takes a gentler, rebalancing approach, built around MicroSilver and naturally active botanicals, so it keeps pores clear and oil balanced while being kind to the skin. That makes it suitable for the consistent, long-term use blemish-prone skin needs.
3. What products are in the Clarol range, and what does each do?
The core routine is a Silver & Birch Exfoliating Wash to cleanse, a Birch Water Toner to refine the look of pores, the Silver Serum to rebalance the skin through the day, Sebopure to help keep sebum balanced, and ZnO Clear to target individual spots overnight. There is also a Mattifying Primer for a smooth, less shiny base under make-up.
4. How does the silver in Clarol work?
Clarol uses MicroSilver, a cosmetic-grade micronised silver, not colloidal silver. It works on the surface of the skin to help keep blemish-prone skin balanced and support its natural defences, while the surrounding botanicals purify and calm. It is designed to be gentle enough for daily, long-term use.
5. What is the difference between the Silver Serum, Sebopure and ZnO Clear?
They do different jobs. The Silver Serum is the everyday hero, rebalancing the skin and worn under make-up. Sebopure focuses on keeping sebum balanced to help prevent pore blockages. ZnO Clear is a targeted spot treatment, dabbed onto individual emerging or active spots, usually overnight. Many people use all three as part of one routine.
6. When should I use the Silver Serum, morning or night?
The Silver Serum is designed for the morning, on clean, dry skin. Its MicroSilver stays active for around eight hours, and it makes an ideal base under make-up, so let it absorb first. You can also use it in the evening as part of your fuller routine.
7. Can I wear make-up with Clarol?
Yes. The Silver Serum makes a good base under make-up, so let it absorb first, and the Mattifying Primer helps create a smooth, less shiny finish. Choose non-comedogenic make-up where you can, and remove it gently in the evening as part of your routine.
8. Is Clarol vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes. Clarol is vegan and cruelty-free, and free from parabens, added perfume, SLS and MI, which makes it suitable for oily, blemish-prone and sensitive skin.
9. Where is Clarol made?
Clarol is made in Britain and dermatologically tested for sensitive skin.
10. Is Clarol suitable for teenage skin?
Yes. Clarol is gentle enough for teenage skin and is a popular first routine for younger skin that is prone to spots, used on its own or as part of the fuller Clarol routine. As with any new product, patch test before first use.
11. Can Clarol help with adult, hormonal or menopausal breakouts?
Yes. Adult, hormonal and menopausal breakouts, often along the chin and jawline, are one of the most common reasons customers come to Clarol. It is designed to be gentle enough for the ongoing daily use that hormonal skin usually needs, and many customers use it for years through these changes.
12. Will Clarol dry out or strip my skin?
No. Clarol is designed to rebalance rather than strip, which is a gentler approach than many traditional acne products. If your skin feels dry, reduce how often you exfoliate and keep using a light moisturiser, and avoid over-washing with soap and water.
13. Is Clarol suitable for sensitive skin or other skin concerns?
Clarol is vegan, fragrance-free and gentle, so it suits sensitive, combination and oily skin. It is formulated specifically for oily and acne-prone skin, though. If your main concern is redness or rosacea, our KALME range is designed for that, for dry, eczema-prone skin there is Hydrosil, and for scaly, psoriasis-prone skin there is PSOregon. As always, patch test before first use.
14. Can I use Clarol during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Clarol is gentle, fragrance-free and free from parabens, and many people use it at this time. As sensitivities can change during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and some acne ingredients are best avoided then, it is sensible to check the ingredients and, if you are unsure, speak to your midwife, GP or pharmacist first. Patch test before first use.
