Clarins vs Skintific
Clarins and Skintific are popular skincare lines offering targeted moisturizers, potent serums, and soothing daily preparations. The French brand, founded in 1954 and owned by Famille C, is loved for its luxurious moisturizers, potent serums, soothing eye products, and gentle toners enriched with shea and squalane, while the other is known for its protective sunscreens and comforting formulations. Both lines suit dry sensitive skin best, though the first also targets sensitive skin with gentle ingredients like shea butter, which reduces redness and protects the skin, and squalane, which increases collagen and fights skin damage. They differ in their specific treatments and ownership, as the first offers standout options like the Double Serum Light Texture, Extra-Firming Day Cream, and Super Restorative Night Cream, whereas its counterpart provides the All Day Light Sunscreen Mist, 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel, and MUGWORT.
Clarins is a French skincare brand founded in 1954 and owned by Famille C (Groupe Clarins).
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This page compares some of the most popular Clarins and Skintific products; for every product of both brands, with a fit score for your own skin, use the Lovi app.
Popular Clarins vs Skintific products
People Say
Texture and Absorption Mostly MentionedMostly Mentioned
- “absorbs immediately — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
- “sinks in immediately — Clarins Double Serum Light Texture”
- “absorbs instantly — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “super light and leaves a radiant glow — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
Hydration and Moisture Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “skin drinks it up — Clarins Double Serum”
- “keeps skin moist — Clarins Multi-Active Jour”
- “woke up with baby soft skin — Clarins Multi-Active Nuit”
Sensitive Eyes and Soothing Care Rarely NotedMostly Mentioned
- “calm my acne instantly — Skintific MUGWORT”
- “redness berkurang — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “good for acne prone — Skintific MATE FIT”
- “no irritation for contact wearers — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
Radiance and Glow Often MentionedSometimes Noted
- “skin looks brighter immediately — Clarins Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask”
- “Gives off the most stunning natural radiance I've ever come across. — Clarins Beauty Flash Balm”
- “eyes look more open — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
- “Tampak lebih cerah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
Makeup Compatibility Sometimes NotedSometimes Noted
- “concealer glides on smoothly — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
- “Perfect primer for any foundation, which all glide on smoothly. — Clarins Beauty Flash Balm”
- “concealer sits better — Clarins Double Serum Eye”
- “maintain your makeup without any mess — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
Skin Type Compatibility Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “controls shine for 8 hours — Skintific MATE FIT”
- “oil control is good — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
- “doesn't make me greasy — Clarins Double Serum Light Texture”
Fragrance and Scent Sensitivity Often MentionedOften Mentioned
- “scent is actually quite strong — Skintific All Day Light Sunscreen Mist”
- “Bau jamu/rempah — Skintific AHA BHA PHA LHA Peeling Solution”
- “smell put me off — Skintific MUGWORT”
- “smells like perfume — Clarins Multi-Active Jour”
High Price Point Mostly MentionedNot noted
- “way too expensive — Clarins Double Serum”
Insufficient Hydration or Dryness Rarely NotedOften Mentioned
- “not moisturizing enough — Clarins Total Eye Lift”
- “not enough moisture — Clarins Multi-Active Jour”
- “not rich enough for winter — Clarins Multi-Active Nuit”
- “kurang lembab — Skintific 5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel”
Clarins vs Skintific routines for dry skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Dear, Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
Morning
£11.49
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£15.90
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SPF
Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen
Morning
£22.00
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Pre-Cleanser
MISSHA Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream
Evening · Once a week
£13.58
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
£59.74
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Nourishing Mask
MEDIHEAL Vita Essential Mask
Once a week
£17.00
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Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Hydrating Toning Lotion
Morning
£21.00
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Moisturizer
Hydra-Essentiel Silky Cream
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£33.60
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SPF
Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen
Morning
£22.00
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Pre-Cleanser
Total Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£32.00
- Serum or Treatment BRIGHT PLUS Evening · Once a week
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Nourishing Mask
Cryo-Flash Cream-Mask
Once a week
£54.00
Buy Skintific routine · £148.00 · 97% fit
Buy Clarins routine · £170.89 · 83% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit
Clarins vs Skintific routines for oily skin
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Some By Mi Snail Truecica Miracle Repair Toner
Morning · Once a week
£13.98
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£15.90
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
£11.29
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Pre-Cleanser
Shu Uemura Ultime8 Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£17.00
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Cleansing Toner
Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Toner
Evening
£29.00
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
£59.74
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
£61.99
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Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£8.29
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Hydrating Toner
Hydrating Toning Lotion
Morning · Once a week
£21.00
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Moisturizer
Double Serum Light Texture
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£73.60
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SPF
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Morning
£11.29
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Pre-Cleanser
Total Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£32.00
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Cleansing Toner
Purifying Toning Lotion
Evening
£22.40
- Serum or Treatment BRIGHT PLUS Evening · Once a week
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask
Once a week
£61.99
Buy Skintific routine · £236.19 · 94% fit
Buy Clarins routine · £249.57 · 74% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit
Clarins vs Skintific routines for combination skin
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.99
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Hydrating Toner
Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner
Morning · Once a week
£30.37
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Moisturizer
5X Ceramide Barrier Moisture Gel
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£15.90
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Pre-Cleanser
Pyunkang Yul Deep Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£23.92
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Cleansing Toner
REN Clean Skincare Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic
Evening
£30.99
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Serum or Treatment
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Evening · Once a week
£59.74
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleanser
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£14.99
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Hydrating Toner
Hydrating Toning Lotion
Morning · Once a week
£21.00
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Moisturizer
Double Serum Light Texture
Morning · Evening · Once a week
£73.60
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Pre-Cleanser
Total Cleansing Oil
Evening · Once a week
£32.00
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Cleansing Toner
Purifying Toning Lotion
Evening
£22.40
- Serum or Treatment BRIGHT PLUS Evening · Once a week
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Enzyme Powder
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Once a week
£19.00
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Cleansing Mask
VT Cosmetics Cica Purifying Mask
Once a week
£19.00
Buy Skintific routine · £213.91 · 93% fit
Buy Clarins routine · £201.99 · 73% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit
Questions and answers
Clarins or Skintific: which is better?
Skintific is generally better for skin type compatibility and fragrance sensitivity, while Clarins is better for hydration, radiance, and glowing serums. Skintific has a Superior routine fit across all listed skin types on this page compared to Clarins.
What is the difference between Clarins and Skintific?
Clarins fits best for sensitive skin, dry sensitive skin, and dry skin, while Skintific fits best for dry skin, dry sensitive skin, and oily skin. Lovi rates Skintific's routine fit as Superior across all skin types, whereas Clarins' routine fit varies between High and Average depending on the skin type.
Clarins or Skintific for dry skin?
Both brands offer products suited for dry skin, but Skintific achieves a Superior routine fit compared to Clarins having a High fit. Reviewers note that Clarins provides better hydration and moisture, whereas Skintific does better for fragrance and scent sensitivity.
Clarins or Skintific: which moisturizer is better?
Skintific is better for moisturizers across various skin types, as Lovi rates its routines as Superior compared to Clarins. Skintific also avoids added fragrance entirely across the products on this page.
Which is more affordable, Clarins or Skintific?
Reviewers note that Clarins has a high price point.
How do Clarins and Skintific compare regarding fragrance and scent sensitivity?
Skintific does better than Clarins for fragrance and scent sensitivity because every product on its page lists no fragrance. In contrast, almost all Clarins products on this page contain fragrance, which reviewers note can be an issue for scent sensitivity.
Which brand offers better texture and absorption, Clarins or Skintific?
Clarins and Skintific offer equal texture and absorption based on the products on this page.
Between Clarins and Skintific, which brand is better suited for mature skin?
Skintific is better suited for mature skin, achieving a Superior routine fit compared to the High fit provided by Clarins. Skintific products are formulated without fragrance, whereas almost all Clarins products on this page list fragrance.
Clarins or Skintific for oily skin?
For oily skin, Skintific fits better than Clarins, as Lovi rates Skintific routines as Superior and Clarins routines as Average.
Clarins or Skintific for sensitive skin?
Skintific is a better fit for sensitive skin, offering Superior routine fit compared to Clarins' High fit. Skintific formulas also have no fragrance, which is better for sensitivity.
Clarins or Skintific for acne-prone skin?
For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates Clarins as High and Skintific as Superior. Skintific may be the better choice because every product on its page lists no fragrance, whereas almost all Clarins products contain fragrance.
Research behind their key ingredients
The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: A Systematic Review
Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo
Apigenin inhibits UVA-induced cytotoxicity in vitro and prevents signs of skin aging in vivo
Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin
Microneedling by dermapen and glycolic acid peel for the treatment of acne scars: Comparative study
Mechanism of action and clinical benefits of colloidal oatmeal for dermatologic practice
Colloidal Oatmeal <em>(Avena Sativa)</em> Improves Skin Barrier Through Multi-Therapy Activity
Skin improvement and stability of Echinacea purpurea dermatological formulations
In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes
The impacts of sodium lauroyl sarcosinate in facial cleanser on facial skin microbiome and lipidome
Modulating effects of oatmeal extracts in the sodium lauryl sulfate skin irritancy model
Moisturizing effect of stable cream containing Crocus sativus extracts
Treatment with Ascorbyl Glucoside-Arginine Complex Ameliorates Solar Lentigos
Microcirculation-Promoting Effect of Escin on Cutaneous Tissue via Gsk3β Down-Regulation
Saccharide isomerate ameliorates cosmetic scalp conditions in a Chinese study population
Retrospective Review of Dermal Safety Studies of Organic Sunscreens
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.
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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