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Clinique vs Hada Labo

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

Clinique and Hada Labo are celebrated skincare brands that offer thoughtfully crafted moisturizers, serums, and makeup removers designed to support a healthy skin barrier. The American line relies on hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and caffeine to comfort dry sensitive skin and balance oily skin, whereas the Japanese line centers on advanced formulas that suit dry skin and acne-prone skin best. Ultimately, while both brands deliver essential hydration, they differ in their heritage and specific ingredient synergies.

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

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Hada Labo is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..

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

Popular Clinique vs Hada Labo products

People Say

CliniqueHada Labo
  • Hydration and Moisture Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “skin drinks it up — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
    • “Plumps fine lines — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
    • “leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
    • “Keeps my dry patches at bay all day — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
  • Gentle and Non-Irritating Formula Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “never irritated my eyes — Clinique All About Eyes”
    • “No stinging eyes — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “leaves skin soft and hydrated — Hada Labo Gokujyun Cleansing Oil”
    • “never stings my sensitive skin — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
  • Lightweight and Fast Absorbing Often MentionedOften Mentioned
    • “sinks in immediately — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “sinks in instantly — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel”
    • “absorbs super quickly — Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion (Light)”
    • “absorbs super quickly — Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion”
  • Makeup Removal Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Melts waterproof mascara — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “squeaky clean — Clinique all about clean”
    • “removes waterproof mascara easily — Hada Labo Gokujyun Cleansing Oil”
  • Exfoliation and Skin Smoothing Often MentionedNot noted
    • “skin feels silky smooth — Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum”
    • “gentle enough for everyday — Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula”
    • “You will see the dirt with one wipe — Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2”
  • Good Value and Great Value Rarely NotedSometimes Noted
    • “bottle lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
    • “Lasts forever — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
    • “lasts forever — Clinique all about clean”
  • Texture and Finish Issues Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “hard to rinse off — Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula”
    • “feels sticky to the touch — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “Left an oily film on my T-zone — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
    • “Tacky residue — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”
  • Breakouts and Acne Sometimes NotedOften Mentioned
    • “Woke up with whiteheads on my chin — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
    • “gave me tiny bumps — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “gave me tiny bumps — Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion”
    • “Closed comedones — Hada Labo Gokujun Premium”

Clinique vs Hada Labo routines for dry skin

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Clinique vs Hada Labo routines for oily skin

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Clinique vs Hada Labo routines for combination skin

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Questions and answers

Clinique or Hada Labo: which is better?

Hada Labo is generally better for deep hydration and value, while Clinique offers more options for exfoliation and skin smoothing. Lovi rates Hada Labo as having a Superior routine fit for dry skin, oily skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, mature skin, skin with dark spots, and oily acne-prone skin.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

What is the difference between Clinique and Hada Labo?

Hada Labo is a Japanese brand founded in 2004 that offers deep hydration with hyaluronic acid and achieves Superior routine fit for dry, acne-prone, and oily acne-prone skin on the products on this page. Clinique is an American brand founded in 1968 that features products with key ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, caffeine, and salicylic acid, with routine fits ranging from Average to High depending on the skin type.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Clinique or Hada Labo for dry skin?

Hada Labo is better for dry skin, achieving a Superior routine fit compared to Clinique's Average fit on the products on this page. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient featured across Hada Labo's products, helps improve skin quality and hydration.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Clinique or Hada Labo: which moisturizer is better?

Hada Labo provides a Superior routine fit for dry skin with its Gokujyun Perfect Gel, whereas Clinique's moisturizers generally offer an Average fit for dry skin. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient found across the products on this page, helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Which is more affordable, Clinique or Hada Labo?

Hada Labo is more affordable, as reviewers often note high price points for Clinique and good value for Hada Labo.

Do Clinique and Hada Labo products contain fragrance?

Both Clinique and Hada Labo products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Clinique or Hada Labo for oily skin?

Hada Labo is a better choice for oily skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior compared to Clinique's High fit. Reviewers also mention that Hada Labo provides deep hydration without heavy layers, while the products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Clinique or Hada Labo for acne-prone skin?

Hada Labo is a better fit for acne-prone skin, with Lovi rating its routine as Superior compared to Clinique's Average fit. The products on this page help deliver deep hydration without fragrance, though some users report that it may cause breakouts.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Clinique or Hada Labo for mature skin?

Both Clinique and Hada Labo fit mature skin well, with Clinique showing High fit levels for several products and Hada Labo achieving Superior routines overall. Hada Labo helps provide deep hydration and moisturization, whereas Clinique offers targeted smoothing benefits and anti-aging care.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Clinique or Hada Labo for skin with dark spots?

Hada Labo is better for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates its overall routine fit as Superior compared to an Average fit for Clinique on this page. Hada Labo's products also focus heavily on brightening and dark spot reduction.

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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