
Clinique
Smart Clinical Repair AM/PM Retinoid Balm
Quick Summary
Best forNot stated by the brand
Worth notingFragrance unknown (partial list)
Key ingredientsSqualane, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid
OverallThis Clinique moisturiser features squalane (nourishing), retinol (anti-ageing) and hyaluronic acid (hydrating). No fragrance appears in the part of the ingredient list we could confirm. Because it contains a retinoid, wear sunscreen during the day.
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Ingredient Analysis
17 of 22 ingredients identifiedPartial list — fragrance unknown
Key ingredients
Full ingredient list (22) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more
- Glyceryl Triacetyl Ricinoleate
- Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
- Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Lightweight emollient & spreadability All skin types
- Synthetic Beeswax Protective wax Generally gentle
- Squalane Lightweight emollient Generally gentle
- Diisostearyl Malate Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
- Jojoba Esters Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
- C10-18 Triglycerides
- Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax
- Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
Show the other 12 ingredients · 1 with a caution note
- Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Rich emollient Generally gentle
- Silica Texture & oil absorption All skin types
- Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter Rich plant emollients Generally gentle
- Sodium Hyaluronate Hydration & moisture retention Generally gentle
- Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
- Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil Rich plant emollients Generally gentle
- Hydrogenated Castor Oil Rich plant emollients Generally gentle
- Caprylyl Glycol Humectant & preservative booster Generally gentle
- Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate Cell turnover & anti-ageing Sensitive skin caution
- Glyceryl Distearate
- Dimethyl Isosorbide Humectant & solvent All skin types
- Mica Shimmer & colourant Generally gentle
The retailer's listing for this product was wrong, so this ingredient list was entered from the published label and may be missing the last few (under 1%) ingredients (checked 19 Oct 2026). Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.
Common questions
Is Clinique Smart Clinical Repair AM/PM Retinoid Balm suitable for sensitive skin?
It contains retinol, which often irritates at first, which can bother sensitive skin. Patch-test it before using it all over.
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