What it is:A cream-gel that instantly rehydrates for 24 hours while helping fortify and repair skin's moisture barrier. What it is formulated to do:This rich, oil-free cream-gel instantly rehydrates. Skin stays comfortably plumped, even 24 hours after you put it on. Daily use helps fortify and repair skin's moisture barrier to keep moisture in and environmental irritants out. A better barrier means happier skin.

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Questions & Answers for Clinique Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

Question

Do you find this clogs pores even though its "oil free" (contains aloe)??

asked 1 year, 4 months ago

christydiane

(Washington, DC)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

7 answers

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answer 1

Since it is very light weight and is oil free, I find that it does not clog pores.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

melissabt

answer 2

I have to be very careful as I have combination skin that is both very dry and breaks out easily. Moisture Surge, both original and intense, do not clog my pores at all.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

circi

(Cincinnati, OH)

answer 3

I have not had any problems with clogging pores. I was using the 3 step acne system and during this past winter my skin completely dried out to where it was flaking and uncomfortable. I switched with the 7 day scrub and use this and I have great results-- nice soft skin and no extra blemishes, actually less than when I was using the acne system.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

lgill

(Appleton, WI)

answer 4

I am acne prone with sensitive skin. This does not clog my pores. Not at all, not ever.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

nattiep

(CT)

answer 5

Yes. It has terrible things in it.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

theninestories

(Brooklyn)

answer 6

I have combination skin and am prone to breakouts around my chin and forehead (even though I'm 41!) but since my skin is aging I needed a good moisturizer. I usually only apply it to my dryer areas and under-eye area, and I have not had any problems with breakouts. But I also use the Turnaround Concentrate (all over my face) underneath it, and I think that helps control my breakouts, too.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

traceyanne1

(Atlanta, GA)

answer 7

No, not at all. In fact I've noticed less breakouts since I started using this.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

christinaann

(Orange County, CA)

Question

Day or night cream

is it a day cream or night cream. Or can it be used as both everyday?

asked 1 year, 2 months ago

Mmbenjamins

(North Hollywood, ca)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

7 answers

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answer 1

Yes, I use it as both. It works well under makeup. When I take my makeup off every night, I dab a bit on my cheeks, forehead and chin. Just a little and it goes a long way and my skin feels even softer in the morning.

answered 6 months ago

Irisibe

(Philadelphia, Pa)

answer 2

I use it both morning & night. It's lightweight, but effective.

answered 6 months ago

sugar00

(Baton Rouge, LA)

answer 3

It can be used day and night. Not too heavy for day use and perfect for night time repair!

answered 6 months ago

mrsstrobey

(Temecula, CA)

answer 4

It can be used for day and nighttime. I am currently using it for both.

answered 6 months ago

MLH21

(New York, NY)

answer 5

It can be for both! I would only recommend the day time though since it's only a moisturizer before makeup and isn't a particular face lotion. Although if you wanna keep your face moisturized then i would go for it!

answered 8 months ago

BrittS24

(Calgary, Alberta)

answer 6

Both!

answered 9 months ago

dducharme

(Crawfordsville, IN)

answer 7

I use it both mornings and nights just because my skin is very drying and this really helps.

answered 10 months ago

purpleprinc355

(Toronto, ON)

Question

Does this clog pores? Does it cause break-outs? I am in desperate need for moisture to my face, but most products cause break-outs for me : (

I am 39 yo and I am on awful medications which literally changed my skin overnight. I can;t get off the meds, & they are honestly aging me by the day! I had flawless, firm, porcelain skin without any fine lines or wrinkles until last summer when I began to see progressive changes.I I now have extremey dry, sensitive, irritated bright red skin which breaks out easily when i try moisturizing treaments. I have tried the best moisturizers, serums, oils, etc, but nothing is working and I now have very deep wrinkles all over my face. I used to use several different top line preventaitve anti-aging products which were wonderful. Then one daya routine product I ised for years caused a bad burn on my face requiring medical treamtment. I thought it was a fluke thing, and when it happened a 2nd time, resulting in very deep wrinkles weeks later in the areas where I had the burn, I THEN REALIZED MEDICATIONS HAD CHANGED MY SKIN!?! Sadly, I have been told my new sensitive and crepe paper thin skin is irreversible. I have not since been able to find a product to moisturize my newly dried skin which always looks parched w/ patches of irritated dry skin. I did find a couple of moisturizing treatments which fianlly helped, but not so mcuh because I then woke up with awful acne and black heads alll over my face the following AM. Does it sound like this may help me? I need moisture, but nothing that will burn my skin or cause acne. I literally get clogged pores in minutes from some products. : ) I assume oil free does not mean non-comedogenic. Does anyone think this is worth trying with my given situation? Thank you so much!!

asked 1 year, 2 months ago

skincarecrazed

(New York, NY)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

6 answers

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answer 1

I have extremely sensitive skin and everything causes me to breakout. I use this in conjunction with Acne Free for Sensitive Skin ($20 at the drug store) and my skin has never been clearer or more moisturized. I will warn you to keep it off areas of your skin that don't really need it. My chin is fine after using the moisturizer Acne Free gives you, when I added this to my chin it did cause a couple pimples. But my nose and cheeks (the driest parts of my skin) have done fine with this regimen.

answered 5 months, 4 weeks ago

Luet

(Albuquerque, NM)

answer 2

You should buy 4 or 5 different brands of each product...4 cleansers, 4 serums,4 day creams etc. Alternate regemin so you only use each specific brand product once every 4 days...it changed my results dramaticlly!! Also try to find a french line called Avene...likeky will have to call co tofind a doc that sells it... I can use avene a few days in a row w mo problem.

answered 5 months, 4 weeks ago

sudeep

(Ft lauderdale , fl)

answer 3

I have very sensitive, and dry skin. This has never clogged pores, but moisturizers like nobody's business. You can try it & return it to Sephora if it gives you problems.

answered 6 months ago

sugar00

(Baton Rouge, LA)

answer 4

I would reccommend the moisture surge extended, not the intense.

answered 6 months ago

sammac

answer 5

Jurlique Herbal Recovery

Do NOT use Clinique Moisture Surge... I have attached photos of what it does for sensitive skin!

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answered 9 months ago

cbgcolorado

(Denver, CO)

answer 6

This product is non comedogenic and will not clog pores or cause breakouts, it is a gel cream that is best suited for oily skin types. You may want to try a slight patch test on your face first if you are worried about any possible reactions.

answered 1 year, 2 months ago

dianabt

(San Francisco, CA)

Question

Is this appropriate for acne-prone skin?

I breakout easily so I use the Peter Thomas Roth line for acne and it dries my skin out. Looking for a moisturizer.

asked 5 months, 4 weeks ago

KayM12

(Las Vegas, NV)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

6 answers

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answer 1

It more depends on if your skin is dry or oily. This is not for oily skin, as it's very intense. It doesn't make acne worse if you have dry skin.

answered 2 days ago

LilFM

(Los Angeles, CA)

answer 2

I switched to this moisturizer because the Sephora brand one I was using had something in it that was irritating my skin. No problems whatsoever with Clinique's (aside from the price - ouch!). Immediately my skin became happier and calmed down. No blemishes, no redness. Just a great moisturizer!

answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago

blubabe0526

(Castaic, CA)

answer 3

I would try it if I were you. It made my skin baby soft after a week and doesn't make me break out at all.

answered 5 months ago

adnama000

(Madison, Wi)

answer 4

Yes

answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago

wenpugs

(San Clemente, ca)

answer 5

Look for products that say "Gel' as those are water-based products -- meaning their main ingredient is water. Anything with the main ingredient being water will NOT cause you to break out like oil-based products (creams or lotions). For example, Clinique has their "Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion" = Oil-based WHEREAS their "Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel" = Water-based. This Gel is best for oily or acne-proned skin!

answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago

MissDecember

(Walnut Creek, CA)

answer 6

Yes it is, But maybe try something thats more gentle. I use Glycolix Elite. They have many different strengths but is still gentle. It was recommended by my dermatologist

answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago

NikkiS829

Question

Difference from Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief

What's the difference between this and Clinique's Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief?

asked 1 year, 4 months ago

uscgrl07

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

5 answers

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answer 1

The original Moisture Surge is pink and a gel type consistency. The Intense is white (but looks pink due to the color of the jar) and more of a lotion consistency though it is still a little sticky like a gel. The intense is also, as you would expect, a stronger and longer lasting product.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

circi

(Cincinnati, OH)

answer 2

this is a more intense version of the other one, it is truly targeted toward dry skin with minimum oil production because the finish is moist and sticky. the other one doesn't hydrate as much but it leaves an amzing matte finish.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

pp9362

(MD)

answer 3

I loved the moisture surge extra thirsty until it didn't work for me anymore. I was using the 3 step acne system and during this past winter my skin completely dried out to where it was flaking and very uncomfortable. I then tried the Moisture surge intense and had immediate results. Since then I have come to realize I don't need the acne system and am using the 7 day scrub but I still use moisture surge intense. I love it.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

lgill

(Appleton, WI)

answer 4

It's a bit richer. I usually use the regular Moisture Surge but in the Winter and on flights I need a bit more moisture, so I bought this as soon as it came out. It is more moisturizing and the benefits seem to last a bit longer than the regular.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

traceyanne1

(Atlanta, GA)

answer 5

This one is a bit more hydrating and a more thick, cream-like gel, probably intended for dry combination skin. The other one is for more oily combination and is a lighter consistency.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

christinaann

(Orange County, CA)

Question

This is product non-comedogenic?

asked 1 year, 3 months ago

rubyred23

(Los Angeles, CA)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

5 answers

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answer 1

Yes

answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago

wenpugs

(San Clemente, ca)

answer 2

The intense version is thicker and more of a night treatment that helps to build the lipid barrier to protect the skin

answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago

NikkiS829

answer 3

Yes

answered 5 months, 4 weeks ago

Luet

(Albuquerque, NM)

answer 4

Definitely. My pores clog very easily & this does not irritate or clog my pores.

answered 8 months ago

1ck1

(SoCal)

answer 5

This product is non comedogenic and will not clog pores or cause breakouts, it is a gel cream that is best suited for oily skin types.

answered 1 year, 2 months ago

dianabt

(San Francisco, CA)

Question

Is this cream appropriate for skin that breaks out?

I have dry skin on the inside, but oily on the outside. I was wondering if this would be appropriate for my use.

asked 1 year, 4 months ago

Anonymous

(chicago, IL)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

4 answers

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answer 1

Yes, this is great for acne prone skin. It is appropriate because it is a light weight oil-free formula.

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

melissabt

answer 2

Most definately! I have combination skin that is both very dry and breaks out super easily. I had a few blemishes when I started using this, and not only have no new ones appeared, the existing ones went away quickly. I don't think it's designed to help with acne, but it is gentle enough to use without making existing breakouts worse!

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

circi

(Cincinnati, OH)

answer 3

I have dry/oily combination skin and this is a miracle worker. Have not noticed any breakout increase (in fact I think there's been a decrease) since I began using it.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

christinaann

(Orange County, CA)

answer 4

YES! I have the same problem. Your skin produces oil when it's dry and you need to moisturize with something that really absorbs well. TOTALLY RECOMMENDED!!!

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

cane86

(Miami Beach, FL)

Question

Whats the difference between the Moisture Surge Intensse and the Mositure Surge Extended?

asked 1 year, 2 months ago

robbie52

(Columbus, OH)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

4 answers

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answer 1

Moisture surge

answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago

wenpugs

(San Clemente, ca)

answer 2

The lady at the store told me intense is more "heavy duty". It's best for severely dry skin, some might find it too moisturizing.

answered 5 months, 4 weeks ago

Luet

answer 3

I use both. The intense is more like a thick cream and the extended is more like a gel. I would use the extended for daytime/summer use, and the intense for nighttime or winter days.

answered 6 months ago

sammac

answer 4

It seems thicker and creamier to me. I bought it by mistake, grabbed the wrong box. I don't really see a difference.

answered 9 months ago

jceline

(Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Question

What is the difference between this and the Dramatically Different Moisturizing lotion?

I'm having a hard time deciding between this and the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion. What's the difference between the two? Or are they just regular moisturizers?

asked 1 year, 3 months ago

NataliieWalker

(Springfield)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

3 answers

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answer 1

I have used both. The Dramatically Different is more of a lotion, and the Moisture Surge is a gel. DD absorbs more quickly and smells nicer, but MS is more intensive. I would say use DD for your daily moisture needs, but if you get particularly dry skin (like I do in the winter) go for the MS. Hope that helps!

answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago

kmcmd

(Washington, DC)

answer 2

When I used DDML it was the only moisturizer I used. I use the moisture surge as a base. My skin is very dry so I use the moisture surge first, then I put on the even skin tone moisturizer with sunscreen.

answered 9 months ago

jceline

(Fort Lauderdale, FL)

answer 3

This is heavier than the dramatically different lotion. If you are younger, you may not need this. Try a sample first maybe?

answered 1 year, 2 months ago

coralsunrise

(Boston MA)

Question

What are the ingredients?

Is this a paraben-free and sulfate-free moisturizer?

asked 1 year, 4 months ago

kimfromaustin

(Austin, Texas)

on Moisture Surge Intense For Very Dry To Dry Combination Skin

2 answers

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answer 1

ingredients listed on makeup alley site: WATER\AQUA\EAU, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, GLYCERIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE, SQUALANE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, PEG/PPG-18/18 DIMETHICONE, LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, TRITICUM VULGARE (WHEAT BRAN) EXTRACT, AHNFELTIA CONCINNA EXTRACT, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT EXTRACT, CAFFEINE, WHEY PROTEIN\LACTIS PROTEIN\PROTEINE DU PETIT-LAIT, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF POWDER, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA), CHOLESTEROL, PALMITOYL OLIGOPEPTIDE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, PETROLATUM, PEG-150, SUCROSE, PYRIDOXINE DIPALMITATE, LINOLEIC ACID, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, CITRIC ACID, POLYSILICONE-11, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE, PEG-8, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, CHLORPHENESIN, PHENOXYETHANOL

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

lilspunki

answer 2

answered 1 year, 3 months ago

theninestories

(Brooklyn)

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