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BYOMA vs Clinique

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

BYOMA and Clinique are distinct skincare brands designed to address various dermatological needs. Founded in 2022, the British brand is celebrated for moisturizers, toners, cleansers, and serums featuring a proprietary tri-ceramide complex and squalane, which suit acne-prone and mature skin best. Meanwhile, the American brand established in 1968 is loved for moisturizers, serums, makeup removers, and eye products incorporating hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and caffeine, catering primarily to dry sensitive and oily skin. While the former brand enhances skin barrier hydration and boosts collagen production, the latter focuses on wrinkle reduction and barrier function restoration.

BYOMA is a British skincare brand founded in 2022 and owned by Bansk Group since 2025.

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

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

Popular BYOMA vs Clinique products

People Say

BYOMAClinique
  • Hydration and Skin Barrier Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “helped heal my barrier — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “Absorbs instantly — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
    • “skin feels so hydrated — BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner”
    • “Keeps my dry patches at bay all day — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
  • Texture and Absorption Often MentionedMostly Mentioned
    • “sinks in quickly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “sinks in immediately — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “sinks in immediately — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “sinks in instantly — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel”
  • Gentle and Fragrance-Free Sometimes NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “never irritated my eyes — Clinique All About Eyes”
    • “No strong scent — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “No stinging eyes — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “no irritation on sensitive skin — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
  • Makeup Removal and Compatibility Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
    • “Melts waterproof mascara — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “foundation glides on — Clinique moisture surge”
    • “holds concealer in place — Clinique All About Eyes”
    • “melts away makeup — BYOMA Milky Oil Cleanser”
  • Skin Texture Improvement Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “Keeps my face soft and not oily — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “skin was soft the next morning — BYOMA Sensitive Retinol Oil”
    • “skin feels silky smooth — Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum”
    • “leaves face porcelain smooth — Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula”
  • Price and Value Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “budget-friendly — BYOMA Brightening Serum”
    • “Budget-friendly skincare — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
    • “great value for money — BYOMA Hydrating Serum”
    • “lasts forever — Clinique all about clean”
  • Packaging and Design Flaws Often MentionedRarely Noted
    • “Unhygienic tub — Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm”
    • “prefer a pump dispenser — Clinique All About Eyes”
    • “pump dispenses too much — Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum”
    • “Opening is huge — BYOMA Brightening Toner”
  • Breakouts and Acne Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
    • “caused cystic acne — BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner”
    • “caused cystic acne — BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser”
    • “Woke up with whiteheads on my chin — Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+”
    • “gave me tiny bumps — Clinique moisture surge”
  • Texture Issues Often MentionedSometimes Noted
    • “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+”
    • “Rolls off skin — BYOMA Moisturizing Gel-Cream”
  • High Price Point Not notedOften Mentioned
    • “jar is too small for the cost — Clinique moisture surge”

BYOMA vs Clinique routines for oily skin

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BYOMA vs Clinique routines for combination skin

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BYOMA vs Clinique routines for acne-prone skin

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Questions and answers

BYOMA or Clinique: which is better?

BYOMA is a better choice for hydration, skin barrier support, and budget value, while Clinique stands out for being fragrance-free and gentle. Lovi rates BYOMA as Superior for acne-prone, combination, and dark spot-prone skin, whereas Clinique fits oily and mature skin at High.

What is the difference between BYOMA and Clinique?

BYOMA offers better value with superior hydration and skin barrier benefits, while Clinique stands out for being exceptionally gentle and fragrance-free across its products on this page. Lovi rates BYOMA as a superior fit for acne-prone, combination, and dark spot skin types, whereas Clinique is a high fit for mature and oily acne-prone skin.

BYOMA or Clinique for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi rates BYOMA as having a superior routine fit, while Clinique is rated High. Both brands offer lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturizers, but BYOMA also emphasizes barrier-strengthening ceramides and squalene.

Molecules, 2009

BYOMA or Clinique: which cleanser is better?

Both BYOMA and Clinique offer gentle cleansers, but BYOMA is often highlighted for its barrier-strengthening ingredients like ceramides and squalane. Reviewers note that BYOMA cleansers provide hydrating and non-stripping results, whereas Clinique focuses on effective makeup removal and fragrance-free formulas.

Molecules, 2009

Which is more affordable, BYOMA or Clinique?

BYOMA is more affordable than Clinique, as high price points are noted as a drawback for Clinique while price and value are a strength for BYOMA.

Between BYOMA and Clinique, which brand is better suited for mature skin?

Both BYOMA and Clinique fit mature skin well, but BYOMA has a Superior Lovi fit level for this skin type compared to Clinique's High fit level.

How do the fragrance options compare between BYOMA and Clinique products?

BYOMA has fragrance in 1 of the 17 products on its page, while Clinique lists no fragrance in any of the products on its page. Shoppers looking for entirely fragrance-free options may find that Clinique fits that preference better across its entire range.

Which brand performs better for hydration and skin barrier support?

BYOMA performs better for hydration and skin barrier support. Reviewers mostly mention its products as containing moisturizers that strengthen the skin barrier and provide instant hydration.

BYOMA or Clinique for acne-prone skin?

BYOMA fits acne-prone skin better, as Lovi rates its routine as Superior compared to Clinique's High. Reviewers note that BYOMA products help strengthen the skin barrier with key ingredients like squalane.

Molecules, 2009

BYOMA or Clinique: which moisturizer is better?

BYOMA offers better results for moisturizers, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior for dry, sensitive, and oily skin types, while Clinique generally rates as Average. Additionally, BYOMA's moisturizers are noted for strengthening the skin barrier and providing instant hydration. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

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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