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Clarins vs Medik8

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Clarins and Medik8 are established skincare houses representing distinct botanical and scientific heritages. The French pioneer is celebrated for luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, soothing eye products, and gentle toners enriched with nourishing shea and hydrating squalane, while the British brand focuses on serums, moisturizers, eye products, toners, and more built around hyaluronic acid. Sensitive and dry sensitive skin types respond best to the former, whereas the latter suits dry and dry sensitive skin best. While both cater to complexions needing targeted care, they differ through distinct formulations designed to protect and renew.

Clarins is a French skincare brand founded in 1954 and owned by Famille C (Groupe Clarins).

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Medik8 is a British skincare brand founded in 2009 and owned by L'Oréal Groupe since 2025.

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This page compares some of the most popular Clarins and Medik8 products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.

Popular Clarins vs Medik8 products

People Say

ClarinsMedik8
  • Hydration and glow Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin drinks it up — Clarins Double Serum”
    • “absorbs immediately — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
    • “Restores moisture — Medik8 Liquid Peptides”
    • “zero irritation or peeling — Medik8 CRYSTAL RETINAL 3”
  • Pleasant scent Sometimes NotedNot noted
    • “smells luxurious — Clarins Extra-Firming Neck & Décolleté Cream”
    • “smells luxurious — Clarins Double Serum Light Texture”
    • “smells like a spa — Clarins Multi-Active Nuit”
  • High price point Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Expensive per bottle — Medik8 Liquid Peptides”
    • “very expensive for amount — Medik8 CRYSTAL RETINAL 3”
    • “hefty price tag — Medik8 C-Tetra Serum”
    • “way too expensive — Clarins Double Serum”
  • Subtle or underwhelming results Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “didn't see a lift — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
    • “no change in circles — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
    • “Not as effective as retinol — Medik8 Bakuchiol Peptides”
    • “no difference — Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides”

Clarins vs Medik8 routines for dry skin

Buy Medik8 routine · A$283.59 · 97% fitBuy Clarins routine · A$394.74 · 78% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Clarins vs Medik8 routines for oily skin

Buy Medik8 routine · A$409.86 · 94% fitBuy Clarins routine · A$585.59 · 71% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Clarins vs Medik8 routines for combination skin

Buy Medik8 routine · A$444.44 · 93% fitBuy Clarins routine · A$557.60 · 70% fitSee multi-brand routine · 95% fit

Questions and answers

Clarins or Medik8: which is better?

Medik8 is generally better for a routine fit across all skin types on this page, achieving a Superior rating compared to Clarins which ranges from Average to High. Additionally, topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin hydration and signs of aging.

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What is the difference between Clarins and Medik8?

Medik8 is a Superior fit for most skin types including dry and oily skin on the products on this page, whereas Clarins is a High fit for dry and sensitive skin. Additionally, hyaluronic acid helps improve skin hydration and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Drug Delivery, 2017

Clarins or Medik8 for dry skin?

Both Clarins and Medik8 fit dry skin well, but Medik8 has a Superior routine fit on the products on this page while Clarins has a High routine fit. Hyaluronic acid helps provide deep hydration and plumping.

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Clarins or Medik8: which cleanser is better?

Medik8 stands out for its cleanser on the products on this page, as Surface Radiance Cleanse achieves a Superior Lovi fit level for acne-prone skin, skin with dark spots, and oily acne-prone skin. In comparison, the cleansers from Clarins reach only Average or lower Lovi fit levels across those skin types.

Which is more affordable, Clarins or Medik8?

Both Clarins and Medik8 have a high price point according to the products on this page.

Clarins or Medik8: which brand uses more fragrance in its products?

Clarins uses significantly more fragrance in its formulations, as almost all of the products on this page list fragrance, whereas Medik8 is mostly fragrance-free.

Clarins or Medik8: which has better options for mature skin?

Medik8 has better options for mature skin because Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior, compared to High for Clarins on the products on this page.

Clarins or Medik8: which brand was founded earlier?

Clarins was founded earlier in 1954 in France, while Medik8 was founded in 2009 in the United Kingdom.

Clarins or Medik8 for oily skin?

Medik8 is a Superior fit for oily skin on Lovi, whereas Clarins is an Average fit for the products on this page.

Clarins or Medik8: which moisturizer is better?

Medik8 is better for moisturizers because Lovi rates its routine fit for dry skin as Superior while Clarins is High, and Medik8's Hydr8 B5 Intense achieves a Superior dry skin fit compared to Clarins moisturizers on this page.

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Clarins or Medik8 for sensitive skin?

Both Clarins and Medik8 fit sensitive skin well, with Lovi rating Clarins High and Medik8 Superior for this skin type. Topical hyaluronic acid, found in the products on this page, helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Clarins or Medik8 for acne-prone skin?

Medik8 is a Superior fit for acne-prone skin on the products on this page, while Clarins has an Average fit. Medik8 features specialized products like Surface Radiance Cleanse and CRYSTAL RETINAL 3 that help target acne-prone skin.

Research behind their key ingredients

Behind this comparison

Lovi compares products by their fit scores, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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