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Clinique vs ISDIN

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

Clinique and ISDIN are esteemed skincare houses offering thoughtful ranges of moisturizers, targeted serums, and soothing eye products driven by meticulously crafted formulas. Clinique incorporates hydrating hyaluronic acid, nourishing glycerin, and invigorating caffeine to suit dry sensitive skin and oily skin best, while the Spanish brand favors sophisticated sunscreens to suit dry skin and combination skin best. The American brand provides standout solutions such as the Clarifying Do-Over Peel, the for Men Oil-Free Moisturizer, and the Smart Clinical Repair Lifting Face + Neck Cream, whereas Puig's label relies on choices like Fusion Water, Eryfotona Actinica, and K-Ox Eyes. Ultimately, the Estée Lauder company relies on key ingredients where hyaluronic acid lengthens wrinkle reduction, glycerin increases hydration, and caffeine protects against UV radiation, differing from the sunscreen-centric formulations of the European counterpart.

Clinique is an American skincare brand founded in 1968 and owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc..

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ISDIN is a Spanish skincare brand founded in 1975 and owned by Puig.

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

Popular Clinique vs ISDIN products

People Say

CliniqueISDIN
  • Hydration, plumping, and smoothing effects Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “Keeps my dry patches at bay all day — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
    • “skin feels silky smooth — Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum”
    • “Improved moisture and texture — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “skin looks smooth and healthy — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
  • Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “ultra-light fluid product, which makes it super easy to apply — ISDIN Fusion Water”
    • “Lightweight formula absorbs fast — ISDIN Hyaluronic Concentrate”
    • “sinks in immediately — Clinique moisture surge”
  • Gentle, non-irritating, and sensitive skin friendly Mostly MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “never irritated my eyes — Clinique All About Eyes”
    • “No stinging eyes — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “Sensitive/reactive skin tolerates — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
    • “no excessive exfoliation — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
  • Good makeup base and compatibility Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “Melts waterproof mascara — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “foundation glides on — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “acts like a primer — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My skin felt sooo hydrated and looks so plump and dewey. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Morning glow and radiance Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
    • “My hyperpigmentation has lightened and skin looks more even, even shines more. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “skin looks immediately luminous — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “softening fine lines — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “wake up glowing — Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask”
  • Controls oil and mattifies Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “keeps me matte — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel”
    • “absorbs quickly — Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask”
    • “dries down matte — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “Non-greasy — ISDIN Hyaluronic Moisture”
  • High price point and cost concerns Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “jar is too small for the cost — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “quite pricey — Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum”
    • “very expensive — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
    • “My only wish is that ISDIN would make this product in a bigger size bottle. — ISDIN Fusion Water”
  • Unpleasant scent or strong fragrance Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Smells like nail polish remover — Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2”
    • “Smells like old oil — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “Has a weird plastic-like smell — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
    • “smell is overpowering — ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica”
  • Causes breakouts or skin irritation Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “mild redness or irritation — ISDIN K-Ox Eyes”
    • “I think the serum is too strong for my face as it has burned and left very rough and a peeling face. — ISDIN Flavo-C Serum”
    • “slight peeling — ISDIN Retinal Intense Serum”
    • “Woke up with whiteheads on my chin — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”

Clinique vs ISDIN routines for dry skin

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Clinique vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

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Clinique vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Clinique or ISDIN: which is better?

ISDIN is generally better on this page, offering superior routine fit across all skin types compared to Clinique. Reviewers note that ISDIN excels with ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers, though some mention strong fragrance.

What is the difference between Clinique and ISDIN?

Clinique is known for fragrance-free products and soothing cleansers, while ISDIN stands out for ultralight, makeup-friendly sunscreens and a lightweight texture. Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior for most skin types on the products on this page, whereas Clinique fits best for dry sensitive, oily, and sensitive skin. Reviewers often mention a high price point for both brands, but ISDIN may cause breakouts while Clinique is sometimes noted for a strong scent.

Clinique or ISDIN for dry skin?

ISDIN fits dry skin better than Clinique, as Lovi rates ISDIN Superior for dry skin compared to Clinique's Average rating. The products on this page for Clinique feature no fragrance, while some ISDIN products feature a strong fragrance.

Clinique or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

ISDIN is the better option for moisturizers because Lovi rates its overall routines as Superior for hydration compared to Clinique. Reviewers also note that ISDIN offers lighter and more fast-absorbing moisturizers, and the products on this page list key ingredients like hyaluronic acid which helps hydrate the skin.

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Which is more affordable, Clinique or ISDIN?

Both Clinique and ISDIN share a high price point among the products on this page, as reviewers often mention cost concerns for both brands. Neither brand emerges as more affordable than the other.

Clinique or ISDIN: which has fragrance-free products?

Clinique features fragrance-free options because every product on the products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas ISDIN only includes no fragrance in 3 of 8 products on this page.

Clinique or ISDIN for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi finds that Clinique has a High routine fit and ISDIN has a Superior routine fit. Reviewers mention that ISDIN provides ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers, while Clinique products on this page list no fragrance.

Clinique or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, Clinique fits well with a High rating and features no added fragrance across the products on this page. ISDIN achieves a Superior fit level and offers ultralight sunscreens, though reviewers sometimes note a strong fragrance.

Clinique or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior and Clinique as Average. ISDIN features lightweight moisturizers and ultralight sunscreens, while Clinique's products on this page list no fragrance.

Clinique or ISDIN for mature skin?

For mature skin, ISDIN is a superior fit compared to Clinique on this page. Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior for mature skin, while Clinique is rated High.

Clinique or ISDIN for skin with dark spots?

For skin with dark spots, ISDIN has a Superior Lovi fit level across its routine, whereas Clinique is rated Average. ISDIN products on this page also offer better morning glow and radiance compared to Clinique.

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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