Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturiser
Works for
Anti-agingPalmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 2 moreWorks well
“This scientifically formulated gel crème acts as a powerful moisturiser, combating fine lines and dryness with an intense boost of hydration.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains palmitoyl hexapeptide-12.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingPalmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Dimethicone + 19 moreWorks well
“A refreshing oil-free gel-cream moisturiser that hydrates skin deeply and continuously.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, hydroxyethyl urea.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, aloe barbadensis leaf extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
ExfoliationSide benefit · Hydroxyethyl ureaWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Silybum marianum extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 4 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, silybum marianum extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy20 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
8 of 10 community members would buy it again.
It is a nice product but overpriced. The elf holy hydration face cream has the same blend of silicones and occlusives for less than half the price. The fermented aloe Vera is a gimmick with no real evidence to back its use.
The best moisturiser I have used, it’s soft on the skin and never clogs pores. My skin has never been plumper and more healthy looking. However I have decided to switch from this product due to the company’s lack of comment on their animal testing policy. Just something to keep in mind.
This is by far one of the best hydrating products I've used since I started my skincare journey. Not only is the formulation is done with a very holistic approach, ranging from hydration to skin barrier support and microbiome, but it also is at a price point of other brands that just don't offer as much. The texture is a gel-cream consistency that disappears into the face without leaving any particular sensation, giving instant relief and sense of hydration that lasts through the entire day and night (since I use it both a.m and p.m). And it pairs wonderfully with other products, from simple and plain petroleum jelly, to more complex formulations like LP's Lipikar. This hydrating cream is part of Clinique's "Moisture Surge" line, but honestly, it works extremely good as a standalone.
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dimethicone~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButylene glycol~4.7–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~3.4–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinTrisiloxane~2.6–3.1%
Trehalose~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseSaccharomyces lysate extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can have some anti-inflammatory effect
More about Saccharomyces lysate extractSodium hyaluronate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAloe barbadensis leaf extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractAloe barbadensis leaf water~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterSilybum marianum extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might be able to help neutralize free radical, calm down inflammation in skin, and even skin tone
More about Silybum marianum extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractAloe barbadensis leaf polysaccharides~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolSodium polyaspartate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help stabilize the product formulation
More about Sodium polyaspartateCaffeine~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineThermus thermophillus ferment~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralising free radicals in skin and have some hydration properties
More about Thermus thermophillus fermentLactobacillus ferment lysate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A "broth" with parts of dead cells of lactobacteria. Might be helpful supporting diverse microbiome in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Lactobacillus ferment lysatePalmitoyl hexapeptide-12~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSucrose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseHydroxyethyl urea~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerOleth-10~0.25–0.5%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSaccharide isomerate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinTromethamine~0.25–0.45%
Glyceryl polymethacrylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Glyceryl polymethacrylateDisodium edta~0.25–0.45%
Peg-8~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a nice product consistency
More about Peg-8Hexylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateTocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateBht~0.2–0.4%
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphatePhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Ci 14700~0.15–0.3%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Trisiloxane, Trehalose, Saccharomyces lysate extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Silybum marianum extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf polysaccharides, Sorbitol, Sodium polyaspartate, Caffeine, Thermus thermophillus ferment, Lactobacillus ferment lysate, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, Caprylyl glycol, Sucrose, Hydroxyethyl urea, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Oleth-10, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Saccharide isomerate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tromethamine, Glyceryl polymethacrylate, Disodium edta, Peg-8, Hexylene glycol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Tocopheryl acetate, Bht, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Ci 14700, Ci 19140
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| CliniqueMoisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | Too FacedHangover Mini Pillow Cream | DieuxAir Angel Peptide Plumping Gel Cream | Estée LauderRe-Nutriv Ultimate Diamond Transformative Brilliance | Skin Longevity Moisturizer | |
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| Match | — | 55% | 55% | 54% |
| Price | $18.00 | $20.13+$2.13 | $35.00+$17.00 | $350.00+$332.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 6 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Urea | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Clinique - Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturiser" has a good moisturizing formula. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Humectants in this product (glycerin, hydroxyethyl urea, saccharide isomerate, saccharomyces lysate extract and sodium hyaluronate) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (dimethicone, caprylyl glycol and glyceryl polymethacrylate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 0.30% - 0.55%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
What our users say
Based on 4 reviews 75% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, all of the reviewers (4) say that it does not clog pores.
Price
The product retails from 22.82£ up to 37.02£ in the United Kingdom, for 68.00A$ in Australia and for 73.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 3
- 4Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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