Used in combination is great

When using this product in combination with a serum seems to work the best the gel really locks in your serum and helps it deliver the full benefits using alone isn't as beneficial although it does give a smooth feel to the skin

Effective but smells bad

This moisturizer is very effective and makes my skin feel dewy. It is not greasy or sticky and absorbs vey well. The one complaint I have is that it has a very strong chemical type smell, both in the jar and when you first put it on your face.

Meh.

Firstly I wasn't a fan of the gel texture. I prefer a nice cream or oil/serum. The gel just makes me feel sticky. although this one didn't make me feel sticky...I still felt weird putting it on thinking of past gel experiences. I love that there is not really a smell - not packing in scents, perfumes, etc. As a moisturizer, I wouldn't say it did anything life changing for me. My skin wasn't dry which was good but using it alone didn't make me stop to check out my glow in the mirror or anything. I wouldn't purchase again because its so expensive and didn't do anything that caught my attention and i've been using it for about 4 months now. Trying to finish this jar!

This cream was way too greasy- I broke out when I used this cream. It didn't absorb in nicely at all, it just felt like it was sitting on top of my skin. Very disappointed.

What it is: Gel-like cream that holds in moisture all day long. Can be
worn under or over makeup.

Where to get it: clinique.com and clinique counters.

How much: $34 for 1.7 oz. -- $46.50 for 2.5 oz., I got mine as part of a
gift set (it was a birthday present, sample size).

What I like about it: it leaves my skin feeling incredibly soft and
smooth. Such a great alternative to primers and regular face
moisturizers. This didn't leave me oily at all.

What could be improved: I got mine as a gift, but in order to
repurchase, I'd have to shell out well over $30, which is a bit too high
for my blood.

Overall: really great product! If u ever get the chance to sample this,
get it as a gift, or if u can afford it, definitely give it a try!


-- EDIT 5/22/09 --
After a week straight of daily use, this product started to break me out. I dunno if it contains an ingredient that I'm sensitive to or if it was slowly clogging my pores. What I do know, is that I will not be continuing to use this product.

So with that, I've decided to mark it down one star, from 4 stars, now its down to 3 stars. It still feels really great on the skin that's why I don't want to discourage anyone from trying this out. My skin isn't identical to your skin so this may turn out to be an awesome product for you.

I tried the moisture surge and it really has not lived up to its name, did not see any difference in my skin. To expensive, did not help my skin at all. I used it twice a day.

Leaves my skin firm and smooth