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Summary
Highlights
Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Face Lotion is a gentle, medicated liquid exfoliator. Reduces excess oil and shine, mattifies skin, and unclogs pores.
Benefits
- Formulated for acne-prone skins.
- Liquid face exfoliator powered by salicylic acid helps keep skin clearer and controls shine.
- Exfoliating ingredients sweep away dead surface cells and reduce excess oil that can lead to breakouts.
- Oil-absorbing powders help reduce shine.
- Leaves skin feeling clean and fresh.
- Dermatologist tested.
- For best results, use the Clinique Acne Solutions Clear Skin System consistently to help get breakouts under control: cleanse with Cleansing Foam or Cleansing Gel, exfoliate with Clarifying Lotion, and treat with Clinical Clearing Gel.
- Non-acnegenic.
- Allergy tested.
Key Ingredients
- Salicylic acid and acetyl glucosamine help clear dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores.
- Silica absorbs excess oil to give skin a matte look.
Formulated Without
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Oil
- Synthetic colors
- SLS
- SLES
- Gluten
- Fragrance
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- Use lotion twice a day, morning and night.
- Shake well. Apply with a cotton ball, sweeping gently over face and neck.
- For external use only. Avoid eye area and lips.
- Follow with a lightweight, oil-free hydrator like Dramatically Different Oil-Free Gel.
Active: 2.0% Salicylic Acid. Inactive: Water / Aqua / Eau, Alcohol Denat., Nylon-12, Butylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Caffeine, Sucrose, Glycerin, Acetyl Glucosamine, Sorbitol, Sea Whip Extract, Barium Sulfate, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Silica, Disodium EDTA, Benzalkonium Chloride.
Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.
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Online only receive a complimentary choice of clarifying lotion with $55 Clinique purchase (valid thru 7/19/25 on shipped purchases only. Full or partial pickup or same day delivery purchases do not qualify. While quantities last)
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Receive a complimentary Cleansing Balm with $45 Clinique purchase (valid thru 7/19/25 on in store or shipped purchases. Full or partial pickup or same day delivery purchases do not qualify. While quantities last and subject to in store availability)
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Can i use it also for my shoulder acnes?
- Asked by Mark
- Official Answer By Clinique USThe intended application of Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Face Lotion is the face and the neck/throat area. As skin sensitivities can vary from person to person, we suggest reviewing the product with your dermatologist for additional application on the body.Was this answer helpful to you
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I see that this is step 2 in a line of skin care. How many steps are there and what products/order should they be done in for the best results?
- Asked by Jenn
- Official Answer By Clinique USThank you for asking! There are 3 steps. First, Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Gel. Next apply Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Face Lotion with a cotton ball. Follow with a lightweight, oil-free hydrator like Clinique Dramatically Different Oil-Free Gel. You can also add Clinique Acne Solutions Clearing Gel, it's a spot treatment that helps clear breakouts. Apply a thin layer to the entire face twice a day after cleansing, or spot-apply.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Should I use this and the Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel or just one?
- Asked by Lil
- Official Answer By Clinique USGreat question! For best results use Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion twice daily. Follow with Clinique Acne Solutions. Apply a thin layer to entire face twice a day, or spot-apply if you are using another leave-on acne treatment. We know you will love the results!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product packaged in a glass or plastic container?
- Asked by Penelope
- Official Answer By Clinique USThank you for your question. Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion is packaged in plastic.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I know the Clinical Clearing Gel already exist as a spot treatment but since the ingredient lists are virtually the same, I was wondering if this product can work as a spot treatment too?
- Asked by Megan
- Official Answer By Clinique USHello. For best results, Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion is step 2 in our Acne Solutions system to gently sweep away dead skin, dirt, and acne bacteria and prep skin for oil-free hydration. While they both help to treat and prevent future breakout, they serve different purposes when experiencing breakout. Chat with your Ulta Beauty Consultants for ore custom-fit advice at ulta.com. Was this answer helpful to you
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Ratings Distribution
Best Uses
- 110Acne-Prone Skin
- 62Daily Use
- 62Oily Skin
- 47Combination Skin
- 30Sensitive Skin
Describe Yourself
- 55Budget Shopper
- 50Brand Buyer
- 1Self proclaimed fashionista
- 1Older adult senior oily skin
- 1Acne prone 38yrs old female with sensitive skin
Most Helpful Positive Review
Amazing Product
This toner is a life saver ! ever since starting the three step acne system my acne has disappeared, except for the occasional blemish that will pop up. NOthing like it was, no more deep blemishes that I can't get rid of :) If I do get a blemish it is gone the next day, which amazes me ! What I love...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Alcohol
I was kind of shocked at the potent smell of alcohol of this product. I have pretty serious acne for someone over 25, but I also have very dry skin. So alcohol isn't something I trust on my face - no matter what the description says ("for all skin types"). Still, I've been using it for a couple o...
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My absolute fav!
I love this so much. I have been using it for soo long and still does wonders for my skin. I highly recommend this!!!
Chemical burn :(
okay so i've been offically using this 3 step acne line for almost a month now. The toner really burns me i don't know how else to incorporate it into my skin care routine. i usually wash my face in the shower with the foaming cleanser from this line, then i take a cotton ball and very lightly swipe scross my face with the exfoliater. It finally got so bad my forhead turned red and swollen and was VERY tight i started to cry a lot. yes i did start off with the toner every other day/week because it was 2 strong for me personally but i haven't been using it on my forhead at all anymore i am traumatized. I think it "works" but harshly very harsh. My acne is getting better but its like in exchange for no more acne i am getting so much texture all over my face that i did not have before. Various little white bumps are spreading all over my chin/mouth area i am honestly so defeated. I am gonna try to use the rest of these products because they were expensive to buy all together at full size. I recommend these ONLY if you are okay with purging a lot before it gets better :(
Yes yes yes!!
I absolutely love this product. I've been using it for over two years now and since I have started it have had almost NO acne. I ran out of it a few months ago and didn't use it for about two weeks, and my acne got so bad. I picked it up again at Ulta and oh my gosh it cleared so fast. Pros: clears acne super quickly, removes makeup pretty well, prevents acne and clears pores and blackheads Cons: it does dry out my skin but I don't find it to be a huge problem for me personally because I just apply moisturizer after using. It's also kind of expensive but it's Clinique and imo it's so worth it I DEFINITELY recommend this!!
I like it.
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This lotion controls oil, reduces shine, and unclogs my pores. It's gentle yet effective, leaving my skin matte and clear without irritation.
Wish it came in bigger size!!!
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Since I've turned 40, I've been dealing with hormonal acne. The acne 3 step system was a lifesaver at keeping it under control!! I use this at least every other morning, followed by a light moisturizer. The amount of dirt/dead skin this thing removes is amazing especially during summer. My skin always looks so bright and smooth after. During my time of the month is when I have to use all three products(acne foam cleanser, acne lotion and all over clearing treatment). It can be a little drying sometimes and suggest scaling back on the usage when this happens. My only gripe is PLEASE MAKE A BIGGER SIZE!!