Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum versus Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher .
Published on May 17, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 21 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum 45 ingredients
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher 54 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum 45 ingredients
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher 54 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum 45 ingredients
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher 54 ingredients
Dimethicone • Water • Polysilicone-11 • Alcohol Denat. • Acetyl Glucosamine • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Sea Whip Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Caffeine • Pantethine • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Peg-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone • Algae Extract • Polysorbate 20 • Salicylic Acid • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Glycerin • Lecithin • Isohexadecane • Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride • Polysorbate 80 • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Coconut Acid • Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Silica • Citric Acid • Hexylene Glycol • Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Maleate • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • Mica
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethicone • Polysilicone-11 • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Lactate • Morus Nigra Root Extract • Yeast Extract • Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract • Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Extract • Castanea Sativa Seed Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Hordeum Vulgare Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Extract • Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder • Caffeine • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Salvia Sclarea Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Coriandrum Sativum Oil • Citrus Grandis • Cholesterol • Glycerin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Squalane • Polyethylene • Isopentyldiol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Isohexadecane • Polysorbate 20 • Pantethine • Methyldihydrojasmonate • Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Polysorbate 80 • Peg-8 • Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal • Phospholipids • Palmitoyl Oligopeptide • Butylene Glycol • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Disodium Succinoyl Glycyrrhetinate • Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid • Chlorphenesin • Phenoxyethanol • Limonene • Linalool • CI 77491 • Mica • CI 77891
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 3.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 1.
We don't have a description for Polysilicone-11.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 4.
Acetyl Glucosamine is an antioxidant and humectant. It is a form of Vitamin C.
Acetyl Glucosamine helps the skin produce hyaluronic acid and boost hydration.
Antioxidants help fight off free-radicals, molecules that may damage skin cells.
When paired with niacinamide, Acetyl Glucosamine has been shown to be effective at reducing discoloration.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Acetyl GlucosamineClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 5.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 43.
We don't have a description for Salvia Sclarea Extract.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 10.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Laminaria Saccharina Extract.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 19.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.
Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 18.
We don't have a description for Pantethine.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 14.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 34.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 18.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 33.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 21.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 20.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 23.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 22.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 24.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 26.
Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.
Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.
Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.
Learn more about IsohexadecaneClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 26.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 32.
Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.
It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.
Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 80Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 28.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 38.
Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid is an antioxidant.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 33.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 47.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 34.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 37.
We don't have a description for Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 35.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 36.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 42.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 49.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 43.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 54.
Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.
Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.
Learn more about MicaClinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum contains this as ingredient number 45.
Estée Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher contains this as ingredient number 53.
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I've been using Idealist since it first came out in 2000, and have loved it ever since. They've discontinued just this year, and I'm now desperate for any stock left, or for EL to bring it back...
I've been using Idealist since it first came out in 2000, and have loved it ever since. They've discontinued just this year, and I'm now desperate for any stock left, or for EL to bring it back...
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