Moisture Surge™ Active Glow Serum — Reddit Reviews
by Clinique
Updated August 22, 2026
5% lactic acid serum boosts glow and preps skin under makeup for hydration.
What the community says
A 5% lactic acid serum that exfoliates gently while adding hydration and radiance. It goes on after essence and before moisturizer, creating a smooth base that works well under makeup. Some find it underrated compared to pricier glow serums.
What this means for you
What people love
- 5% lactic acid for gentle chemical exfoliation
- Lightweight texture absorbs quickly
- Suitable as a base under makeup
Product details
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 3 mentions across 3 threads
Clinique Moisture Surge™ Active Glow Serum on Reddit, in one place — 3 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare and r/SkincareAddiction, summarized.
“I especially love the 100-hr moisturizer and the glow serum.”
Positive
“My skin has looked the best it’s ever looked since I’ve started using them”
Positive
“Best dupes for Clinique Moisture Surge line?”
Positive
“Clinique moisture surge active glow serum-after my essence has soaked into my skin.”
Positive
“I apply the serum so far I like how it makes my skin feel and is a good base before I use my moisturizer.”
Positive
“I really like Clinique’s Moisture Surge Active Glow Serum which is 5% lactic acid.”
Positive
“I think it’s a super underrated product tbh.”
Positive