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Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator vs Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator edges out Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer, 7.6 to 7.3. It wins on results, texture and feel and value, while the Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer is stronger on formula.

Benefit fingerprints

What each one does.

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator

HydrateClarifyRenewGlowCalm & ProtectHair & ScalpFinish & WearScentMoistureBarrierBreakoutsOil & PoresCleanseLines & FirmnessTextureEye AreaEven ToneRadianceSensitiveProtectRepairShape & ShineScalpFinishWearCoverageLashes & BrowsFloralGourmandFreshWoody & AmberHydratingPlumpingLong-lasting moistureBarrier repairDryness reliefFlaking reliefAcneBlackheadsClogged poresOil controlPore refiningShine controlMakeup removalDouble cleansingFine linesFirmingCrepinessSmoothingResurfacingBumps & KPDark circlesPuffinessDark spotsHyperpigmentationAcne marksBrighteningDullnessGlass skinSoothingRednessIrritation-freeUV protectionNo white castAntioxidantOdor controlDamage repairSplit endsHeat protectionCurl definitionFrizz controlVolumeShineScalp careHair growth supportDandruffColor protectionMatteDewySatinNaturalLong-wearTransfer-proofWaterproofBuildableSheer coverageMedium coverageFull coverageBlurringLash lengthLash volumeCurl holdBrow definitionFloralWhite floralRoseVanillaGourmandCaramelCitrusFresh & cleanAquaticGreenWoodyAmberMuskySpicyHydrateClarifyRenewGlowHair & ScalpFinish & WearScent

Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer

HydrateClarifyRenewGlowCalm & ProtectHair & ScalpFinish & WearScentMoistureBarrierBreakoutsOil & PoresCleanseLines & FirmnessTextureEye AreaEven ToneRadianceSensitiveProtectRepairShape & ShineScalpFinishWearCoverageLashes & BrowsFloralGourmandFreshWoody & AmberHydratingPlumpingLong-lasting moistureBarrier repairDryness reliefFlaking reliefAcneBlackheadsClogged poresOil controlPore refiningShine controlMakeup removalDouble cleansingFine linesFirmingCrepinessSmoothingResurfacingBumps & KPDark circlesPuffinessDark spotsHyperpigmentationAcne marksBrighteningDullnessGlass skinSoothingRednessIrritation-freeUV protectionNo white castAntioxidantOdor controlDamage repairSplit endsHeat protectionCurl definitionFrizz controlVolumeShineScalp careHair growth supportDandruffColor protectionMatteDewySatinNaturalLong-wearTransfer-proofWaterproofBuildableSheer coverageMedium coverageFull coverageBlurringLash lengthLash volumeCurl holdBrow definitionFloralWhite floralRoseVanillaGourmandCaramelCitrusFresh & cleanAquaticGreenWoodyAmberMuskySpicyHydrateClarifyRenewGlowHair & ScalpFinish & WearScent

Side by side

Every detail, compared.

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Beauty score
7.6Good
7.3Good
Results30% of score
7.8
7.4
Formula & ingredients20% of score
7.2
7.9
Texture & experience15% of score
8.5
8.1
Value20% of score
6.9
5.8
Community love15% of score
8.0
7.4
Community
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PriceTypical, checked by our editors
$48.00/ 1.7 oz / 50 mlPrestige
$72.00/ 1.69 fl oz / 50 mlPrestige
Price per ounceLowest wins
$28.39 / oz
$42.59 / oz
What it does
  • Hydrating
  • Long-lasting moisture
  • Plumping
  • Dullness
  • Firming
  • Fine lines
  • Smoothing
  • Hydrating
Made for
All skin types, Sensitive skin
Mature skin
Format
Gel-cream
Gel-cream
Texture
Lightweight, refreshing oil-free gel-cream that the brand says absorbs in 3 seconds
Lightweight gel-cream (brand description); reviewers say it never feels heavy, sticky or greasy
Fragrance-free
Yes
Yes
Claims
Fragrance-free, Dermatologist-tested, Paraben-free
Dermatologist-tested, Fragrance-free, Silicone-free
Brand origin
🇺🇸 American beauty
🇺🇸 American beauty
Video reviews
Best for
  • • Normal, combination or oily skin wanting light hydration
  • • A quick-absorbing moisturizer under makeup
  • • Sensitive skin that needs a fragrance-free gel-cream
  • • Anyone wanting a fragrance-free peptide moisturizer
  • • Users who like a light gel-cream under makeup
  • • Buyers who value refillable packaging
Strengths
  • Fast-absorbing, refreshing oil-free gel-cream
  • Fragrance-free, allergy-tested and non-acnegenic per Clinique
  • Hyaluronic acid in two molecular weights plus aloe bioferment
  • Nine signal peptides plus amino acids and copper peptide
  • Free of essential oils, silicones, fragrance and dyes
  • Light gel-cream texture that works under makeup
Watch-outs
  • Light gel-cream with no barrier lipids, so very dry skin may need more
  • Contains silicones and Red 4 and Yellow 5 dyes
  • Expensive for a daily moisturizer
  • Firming claims rest largely on Drunk Elephant's own 31-person study
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FAQ

Quick answers.

Which is better, Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator or Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer?

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator edges out Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer, 7.6 to 7.3. It wins on results, texture and feel and value, while the Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer is stronger on formula.

Which is better value?

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator works out to about $28.39 / oz and Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Firming Refillable Moisturizer to about $42.59 / oz, based on typical non-Amazon retail prices when we last checked.

How do you score them?

Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (results, formula & ingredients, texture & experience, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.