I got a sample of this in a Mecca Loop box earlier this year, and when I was in Hong Kong taking advantage of cheap shopping this was on my must-buy list.
Technically it's part of a three step regime, but I already like my regime, this is just a few times a week addition.
There are a range of options here depending on skin type/concerns - I have the normal/combination one.
The gel is clear, light and washes easily from hands, yet absorbs into skin leaving it silkily hydrated. They are 'anti pollution' jellies, and manage to refresh and hydrate simultaneously - there is a cooling effect as well.
When using this a couple times a week [or more, i love how it feels!] my skin is better balanced, clearer, more hydrated and just happier. Yes, it's expensive - but i've used mine for 3 months so far and it's only about a quarter gone, so if it's a once-a-year splurge then it's good!
Water\Aqua\Eau, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Glycerin, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Cucumis Sativus [Cucumber] Fruit Extract, Hordeum Vulgare [Barley] Extract\Extrait D'Orge, Helianthus Annuus [Sunflower] Seedcake, Caffeine, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysilicone-11, Silica, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Oleth-10, Lactobacillus Ferment, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Yellow 5 [Ci 19140], Red 4 [Ci 14700], Yellow 6 [Ci 15985]
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I have to agree with the previous reviewers that this moisturiser is a miss. Although it starts out as a light veil of moisture, it quickly becomes an oily mess without even providing any...
About reviewer [1059 reviews]
Age44-55
SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine
EyesGreen
I have acne-prone skin and I wanted a lightweight gel or lotion. Something which provides a little moisturisation to prevent my skin from becoming dry or irritated, but nothing thick or greasy. I...
About reviewer [5 reviews]
Age30-35
SkinNormal, Olive
HairBlack
EyesBrown
Believe me when I say it pains me to have to write this, as this was my favorite moisturizer for over 4 years! It was light, it felt like it was quenching my skins; thirst, I even liked its...
About reviewer [766 reviews]
Age36-43
SkinCombination, Tan, Not Sure
HairBlack, Other, Other
EyesBrown
I used this gel on my combination skin for years and only after i switched products did i realize how little this product does. Firstly the gel does feel nice on the skin so I cant complain about...
About reviewer [131 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinCombination, Olive, Warm
HairBlack, Wavy, Fine
EyesBrown
I’ve been using a sample of this moisturizing gel for the past few weeks, and I really love it. My skin is very oily and acne-prone, but this did not exacerbate either of those problems. It absorbs...
About reviewer [92 reviews]
Age30-35
SkinVery Oily, Medium, Neutral
HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine
EyesBrown
I usually use the mositorizing lotion. The thing I like about this product is that it doesn't make my skin look oily it's a very light product. Which may mean it's better for warmer seasons. I...
About reviewer [2 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinNormal, Fair-Medium
HairBrunette
EyesGreen
This is a decent moisturizing gel. But probably more suitable for oily skin! I had to use another moisturizer to make my skin happy... It's worth the money but I wouldn't use two moisturizer for no...
About reviewer [25 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
HairBlond, Other, Other
EyesGreen
I've used this moisturised since I was a teen, and find that I can't go without it now. It's very light and almost watery, but I find that if you are using multiple products underneath [such as...
About reviewer [6 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinNormal, Fair
HairBlond
EyesGreen
This is my go to moisturizer. Sometimes ill try something different and always regret it. Ill mess my skin up until i go back to using this and it just makes my skin so nice. It doesnt feel heavy...
About reviewer [5 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral
HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium
EyesGreen
I use Rodan and Fields to manage my acne but needed a lightweight moisturizer that would prevent dryness from my acne medication yet not cause me to be super greasy. I have really sensitive skin as...
About reviewer [451 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Neutral
HairBrown, Straight, Fine
EyesBrown
I feel kind of iffy about this product. I initially bought it because of the good reviews and reputation Clinique has had throughout the years. But I wasn't totally impressed. While I am a fan of...
About reviewer [19 reviews]
Age30-35
SkinOily, Dark
HairBlack
EyesBrown
I think what I like about this the most is that it moisturizers and doesnt make skin feel goopy. This is a perfect sprint/summer moisturizer for me. I have tzone skin so it doubles the oily in the...
About reviewer [722 reviews]
Age30-35
SkinOther, Fair-Medium
HairBlack
EyesBrown
Don't even bother with this one if you hate fragrance in products - the smell alone was enough to make me dislike it. I recall only ever purchasing before I discovered K/J-beauty but believe me -...
About reviewer [16 reviews]
Age36-43
SkinDry, Fair
HairBlond
EyesBlue
Very meh! This cream doesn't really moisturize. It just feels like a glycerin and water based gel lotion that does nothing for your skin.. almost like a serum. It's boring and unimpressive and way...
About reviewer [549 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinOily, Fair, Warm
HairBrunette, Straight, Medium
EyesBrown
My holy grail moisturizer for every season except winter. During the winter it's not enough for my skin and I need to use something richer but during the summer, autumn and spring it's the perfect...
About reviewer [24 reviews]
Age19-24
SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral
HairBrown, Wavy, Medium
EyesBlue
The only good thing about this product is how lightweight it is. It absorbs quickly into the skin. But for some odd reason, mine smells like burnt eggplants [I would know how burnt eggplants smell...
About reviewer [2 reviews]
Age19-24
SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium
HairBrunette
EyesBrown
EDIT: Sadly, I must change my original rave review to one star. As a few other dry-skinned reviewers have said, this product does nothing to moisturize. It soaks in immediately and my skin then...
About reviewer [80 reviews]
Age56 & Over
SkinNormal, Fair, Not Sure
HairBlond, Other, Other
EyesBlue
I have combination oily skin and this has helped mattify my skin whilst adding enough moisture without being too heavy.
About reviewer [17 reviews]
Age25-29
SkinCombination, Medium
HairBlack
EyesBrown
I’ve been using this product on my skin since they came out with it. I’m 54 and a long time user of Clinique. I have normal to oily but am starting to be a little drier but not enough to go to...
About reviewer [3 reviews]
Age44-55
SkinOther, Other
HairOther
EyesOther
For several years, in my combination/oily skin, thru acne break out and/or thru different seasons, I've used Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. I have tried other [not alot as I've...
What is Clinique dramatically different hydrating jelly used for?
This hydrating jelly is a lightweight, water-jelly that delivers 24-hour hydration repair plus pollution protection. Strengthens skin's moisture barrier and improves resiliency. Skin is left smooth, strong and healthy with a pure, clean glow.
How do you use Clinique hydrating gel?
-Spread over face/neck twice daily all over, or where needed. -For best results, use after Facial Soap and Clarifying Lotion.
How long does Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel last?
Dramatically Different Moisturising Gel delivers 8 hours of lightweight, oil-free hydration. This moisturising gel replenishes skin's oil-water balance for healthy-looking skin, refreshing oilier skin types.
What is the difference between dramatically different lotion and gel?
Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion is for very dry to dry combination skin. Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel is for combination oily to oily skin.