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CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid vs Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask

Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask scores 9.4/9.8 vs CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid at 8.5/9.8. Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask wins for hydration.

Head to head

CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid
CLINIQUE

Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid

serumluxury
8.5
VS
Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask
Drunk Elephant

TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask

serumluxury
9.4

Score comparison

Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask edges ahead, winning 1 of 5 attributes.

1
4
CLINIQUE wins 1
Tied 4
Drunk Elephant wins 0
8.5CLINIQUE
+0.9vs
9.4Drunk Elephant

Scores last verified: July 2026

Attribute battle

Hydration Efficacy

CLINIQUE WINS
9.8
7.2
CLINIQUE
Drunk Elephant

Irritation Risk

TIE
9.5
9.5
CLINIQUE
Drunk Elephant

Active Ingredient Strength

TIE
7.2
7.2
CLINIQUE
Drunk Elephant

Ingredient Transparency

TIE
8.5
8.5
CLINIQUE
Drunk Elephant

Formulation Safety

TIE
9.0
9.0
CLINIQUE
Drunk Elephant

Why Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask comes out ahead

Where Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 7.2 compared to CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid's 9.8. With Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, and Glycerin in its top ingredients, Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.

Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask brings Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract as actives, while cLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid relies on Ascorbyl Glucoside, Tocopheryl Acetate, and Hypnea Musciformis (Algae) Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.

Best for your skin type

CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Ascorbyl Glucoside does the heavy lifting

Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask is better if you have

  • Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
  • Dry or dehydrated skin that craves moisture, thanks to Butylene Glycol
  • Targeting specific concerns like aging or uneven tone — Glycolic Acid does the heavy lifting

Value comparison

Both sit in the luxury bracket, so value comes down to formulation quality. Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask gets the nod here with its 9.4 overall score — you're getting more for a similar outlay.

Our verdict

✶ Our verdict
+0.9 lead

Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid is still a solid pick.

8.5CLINIQUE
vs
9.4Drunk Elephant

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid or Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask?

Based on ingredient analysis, Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.

Do CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid and Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask share ingredients?

Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.

What's the main difference between CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid and Drunk Elephant TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask?

The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.