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Klairs Midnight Blue Clearing Water Cream: Your Questions Answered

The Midnight Blue Clearing Water Cream is a lightweight blue water-cream for oily, combination or warm-feeling skin that still gets dehydrated. Its base is chamomile flower water, with niacinamide, guaiazulene, madecassoside, EGF peptide (sh-Oligopeptide-1) and eight forms of hyaluronic acid. Use it as your last skincare step and follow with sunscreen in the morning. It has no added fragrance, but it does contain chamomile flower water, mint and thyme extracts, so patch test if botanicals bother you. It's rated 4.8 stars from 81 reviews on klairs.com (October 27, 2026). In one line: the lightest Midnight Blue cream, for skin that wants hydration without heaviness. What's in it Ingredient Why it's there Roman chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) flower water The base, in place of plain water Niacinamide For a brighter, more even look Guaiazulene, madecassoside The Midnight Blue calming pair; guaiazulene gives the blue color Eight forms of hyaluronic acid Water-binding hydration at different weights EGF peptide (sh-Oligopeptide-1) and other sh-peptides Part of the Blue calming formula Mint and thyme leaf extracts, green tea Botanical extracts; contribute a fresh feel Sizes: 50 g and a 20 g mini. Use within 6 months of opening. How to use it After toner and serum, take a pea-sized amount. Spread a thin layer over your face; it sinks in fast. In the morning, follow with sunscreen. At night, add a little more where skin feels warm or tight. Need more moisture in winter? Layer a richer cream on dry cheeks (see can you layer two moisturizers?). Who it's for — and who should skip it Good fit if… Skip or adjust if… Your skin is oily or combination but feels dehydrated. Your skin is dry. It may not be enough alone; try the Midnight Blue Calming Cream or a richer cream. Creams feel heavy or greasy on you. You react to chamomile, mint or thyme. Patch test first. Your skin gets warm and red-looking after heat or exercise. You want a rich night cream. It's a water-cream. Clearing Water Cream vs. Calming Cream Clearing Water Cream Calming Cream Texture Watery gel-cream, very light Gel-type cream, softer and a little richer Best for Oily, combination, warm-feeling skin Red-looking, easily warm skin of most types Key extras Niacinamide, 8 hyaluronic acids Centella, ceramide NP, shea butter Fragrance No added fragrance (contains chamomile water, mint, thyme) No added fragrance (contains Roman chamomile extract) Use within 6 months of opening 12 months of opening More on the Calming Cream in its FAQ, and both on the lightest-to-richest chart. FAQ Is the Midnight Blue Clearing Water Cream good for oily skin? Yes, it's designed for oily and combination skin that still feels dehydrated, with a very light, non-greasy finish. Can I use it in winter? Yes, especially if your skin is oily. If your cheeks get dry, add a richer cream on top in those areas. Does it have fragrance? No added fragrance. It contains chamomile flower water and mint and thyme extracts, which have their own natural scent, so patch test if you're sensitive to botanicals. Will it clog pores? It's a light water-cream, which many oily and breakout-prone people prefer. Introduce it on its own for a couple of weeks to see how your skin responds. Does it contain niacinamide? Yes. Niacinamide is high on the ingredient list. Why does it need to be used within 6 months? Its period after opening is 6 months. Write the opening date on the jar, and consider the 20 g mini if you're trying it. Can I use it under makeup? Yes. Its light texture sits well under sunscreen and makeup; use a thin layer. Can I use it with acne treatments? Yes, as a light moisturizer. Follow your doctor's directions for any prescribed treatment (winter care for oily skin). Is it the same as the Midnight Blue Calming Cream? No. The Clearing Water Cream is lighter and adds niacinamide and more hyaluronic acid. The Calming Cream is a little richer with centella and ceramide. Does oily skin really need moisturizer? Usually yes. Skipping it can leave skin feeling tight and look shinier. See does oily skin need moisturizer?. Still deciding? Is the Clearing Water Cream right for you? Note: product figures come from cosmetic studies or brand-reported data as published by Dear, Klairs. They describe how skin looks and feels; individual results vary; not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition. Always patch test.