Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum - 1 fl oz - Ulta Beauty

This is a high-performance anti-aging serum from Clinique designed to target visible signs of ageing: wrinkles, fine lines, sagging and loss of bounce. According to the Indian product page:

• It contains 9.5% peptides + 1% advanced retinoid. 

• It’s described as “Dermal-active formula targets signs of ageing from three separate angles: Repairs, Resurfaces, Replumps.” 

• In their consumer testing:

  • After 10 days: 84% said deeper wrinkles look reduced; 90% said skin felt firmer; 94% said skin felt smoother. 

  • After 16 weeks: 32% visible reduction in stubborn lines. 

• It is “safe for sensitive skin”, dermatologist developed/tested, allergy tested. 

So: it’s positioned as a premium serum aimed at more mature skin or those wanting visible anti-wrinkle/corrective results, not just a light “maintenance” serum.

Key Benefits

• Visibly reduces lines & wrinkles: The combination of peptides + retinoid supports collagen/skin structure and accelerates cell turn-over (resurfacing).

• Improves firmness & elasticity: The “repair” angle helps strengthen skin’s support structure so skin appears less saggy and more lifted.

• Smooths texture / refines skin surface: With resurfacing action you should see better texture, fewer crepey areas, more bounce.

• Re-plumps dry lines: Hydration + ingredient support help fill in fine, dry lines so skin appears less “etched”.

• Suitable for sensitive skin: Clinique claims it is safe for sensitive skin, which is a plus if you or your clients shoot/model sensitive. 

How to Use

Here’s a suggested application routine:

1. Cleanse your face thoroughly, then apply your usual toner/essence if you use one.

2. Apply a small amount of the serum (usually a pump or 1–2 drops depending on dispenser) onto your face and neck (you realise this is 30 ml size).

3. Using gentle upward/outward strokes, apply the serum evenly over face and neck, avoiding direct contact with eyes.

4. Follow with your moisturizer or cream if you have one — since this is a corrective serum, layering a cream over can help lock in benefit.

5. Sun protection: Because it includes a retinoid, you must apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen in the morning and ideally limit direct sun exposure.

6. Frequency: Typically use morning &/or night as your skin tolerates (Clinique’s testing suggests twice daily use gave the quoted results). 

7. Consistency is key: The visible reduction in deeper lines was measured after 16 weeks in a study; therefore, expect improvements over weeks and months rather than overnight miracles.

8. Precautions: If you are new to retinoids or sensitive skin, you may want to patch test and start with alternate nights. Also avoid combining with strong exfoliants without caution.