CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid vs Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum
Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum scores 8.9/9.8 vs CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid at 8.5/9.8. Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum wins for hydration.
Head to head
Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid
Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum
Score comparison
Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: July 2026
Attribute battle
Hydration Efficacy
CLINIQUE WINSIrritation Risk
TIEActive Ingredient Strength
CLINIQUE WINSIngredient Transparency
TIEFormulation Safety
TIEIngredient face-off
21% overlapOnly in CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid
37 unique
Shared ingredients
10 in common
Only in Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum
22 unique
Why Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum comes out ahead
Where Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 6.0 compared to CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid's 9.8. With Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, and Butylene Glycol in its top ingredients, Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid scores 7.2 here versus 6.4 for Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum brings Niacinamide, Zinc Pca, and Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate 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
Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum is better if you have
- Sensitive skin — the low-irritation formula keeps things gentle
- Anyone who prefers clean, well-vetted formulations
Value comparison
At luxury pricing with a score of 8.5, CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid is a decent pick. Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum sits at the mid-range level with a 8.9 score — the higher investment pays off in formulation quality.
Our verdict
Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum 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.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: CLINIQUE Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid or Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum?
Based on ingredient analysis, Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum 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 Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum 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 Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum?
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.