Haute Exigence Jour

Name: Clarins Haute Exigence Jour
Brand: Clarins

moisturiser

Overall score8.2

Clarins Haute Exigence Jour scores 8.2/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in hydration efficacy (9.4) and low irritation risk (9.4).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Coconut-derived emollient

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#4Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol blend — emollient and emulsifier

Score breakdown

Overall

8.2

Hydration Efficacy9.4

Irritation Risk9.4

Active Ingredient Strength4.1

Ingredient Transparency8.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Clarins Haute Exigence Jour stand out

Clarins Haute Exigence Jour is an excellent moisturiser with an overall score of 8.2/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (9.4) and low irritation risk (9.4). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

Key ingredients

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
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Pentylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

41 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Aqua/Water/Eau #2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride #3Glycerin #4Cetearyl Alcohol #5Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)#6Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides #7Pentylene Glycol #8Glyceryl Stearate #9Peg-100 Stearate #10Cetearyl Glucoside #11Dimethicone #12Phenoxyethanol #13Ascorbyl Glucoside #14Steareth-21 #15Parfum/Fragrance #16Tromethamine #17Carbomer #18Tocopheryl Acetate #19Ethylhexylglycerin #20Butylene Glycol #21Dimethiconol #22Sodium Hyaluronate #23Disodium Edta #24Mica #26Sucrose Palmitate #27CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE #29Tocopherol #30Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Extract #31Glyceryl Linoleate #32Thermus Thermophillus Ferment #33Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract #34Potassium Sorbate #35Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract #36Citric Acid #37Propanediol #38Pectin #40Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride #41Sodium Lauryl Sulfate #42CI 14700/RED 4 #43Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2 #44Dextran

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient12
Works on your skin7
Holds the formula together6
Softens and smooths5
Draws in moisture4
Keeps the product fresh3
Formula balancers2
Added colour2

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