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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 well-established beauty houses, with the American brand founded in 1968 and the Spanish brand established in 1975. Clinique is widely loved for its thoughtful range of moisturizers, serums, makeup removers, eye products, and more, which incorporate hydrating hyaluronic acid, nourishing glycerin, and invigorating caffeine to suit dry sensitive skin and oily skin best. Meanwhile, ISDIN is beloved for its sophisticated moisturizers, advanced sunscreens, targeted serums, and soothing eye products driven by meticulously crafted formulas that suit sensitive skin and dry skin best. While both offer standout solutions for acne-prone skin, dark spots, and mature skin, they differ in their heritage and specific ingredient philosophies.

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

Buy ISDIN routine · £127.49 · 94% fitBuy Clinique routine · £210.11 · 74% fitSee multi-brand routine · 99% fit

Clinique vs ISDIN routines for oily skin

Buy ISDIN routine · £232.16 · 93% fitBuy Clinique routine · £194.06 · 78% fitSee multi-brand routine · 97% fit

Clinique vs ISDIN routines for combination skin

Buy ISDIN routine · £221.17 · 93% fitBuy Clinique routine · £151.87 · 72% fitSee multi-brand routine · 96% fit

Questions and answers

Clinique or ISDIN: which is better?

ISDIN is generally better than Clinique for overall routine fit, as Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior across all skin types while Clinique varies between Average and High. Reviewers note that ISDIN offers lighter and more fast-absorbing textures with better morning glow and radiance, though Clinique is fragrance-free across the products on this page.

What is the difference between Clinique and ISDIN?

ISDIN offers superior routine fit across all skin types on this page compared to Clinique, while providing lighter textures and a morning glow. Clinique stands out for having no fragrance in any of its products, whereas some ISDIN items feature a strong fragrance.

Clinique or ISDIN for dry skin?

ISDIN has a Superior routine fit for dry skin, whereas Clinique has an Average fit. ISDIN offers lightweight moisturizers and ultralight sunscreens that help maintain hydration.

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Clinique or ISDIN: which moisturizer is better?

ISDIN offers a Superior routine fit for moisturizers compared to Clinique on this page. Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior for dry skin, while Clinique products on this page receive an Average fit level for dry skin.

Which is more affordable, Clinique or ISDIN?

Both Clinique and ISDIN share a high price point, so neither brand stands out as more affordable on this page.

Clinique or ISDIN: which brand offers a better fragrance-free product selection?

Clinique offers a better fragrance-free product selection because every single product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas ISDIN includes fragrance in several of its products. Lovi shows that both brands are gentle and effective for sensitive skin, but Clinique avoids scented formulas across the entire range.

Clinique or ISDIN: which has better sunscreens according to reviewers?

ISDIN has better sunscreens according to reviewers, who mostly mention them as ultralight, makeup-friendly, and skin-friendly.

Clinique or ISDIN: which brand is better suited for mature skin?

ISDIN is better suited for mature skin, as Lovi rates its routine fit as Superior compared to Clinique's High fit on this page.

Clinique or ISDIN for oily skin?

For oily skin, Lovi rates ISDIN as Superior and Clinique as High. ISDIN stands out for reviewers for its ultralight sunscreens and lightweight moisturizers.

Clinique or ISDIN for sensitive skin?

For sensitive skin, ISDIN reaches a Superior routine fit while Clinique reaches High. Furthermore, every product on the Clinique page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, whereas 5 of 8 ISDIN products on this page list fragrance.

Clinique or ISDIN for acne-prone skin?

For acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the routine fit as High for Clinique and Superior for ISDIN. Reviewers report that ISDIN provides a lightweight and fast-absorbing texture and morning glow, while noting that ISDIN may cause breakouts or skin irritation.

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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