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Summary
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Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam Face Wash is a daily medicated cleanser powered by 1.5% salicylic acid. Helps clear and prevent acne, and unclog pores.
Benefits
- Formulated for acne-prone skins.
- Daily medicated face cleanser with 1.5% salicylic acid removes dirt and excess oil.
- Helps keep pores clear for healthier-looking skin.
- Paraben-free. Phthalate-free.
- Oil-free. Non-acnegenic.
- Denatured alcohol.
- Synthetic colors.
- SLS-free. SLES-free. Gluten-free.
- Allergy tested. Fragrance free.
- 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.
Key Ingredients
- Salicylic acid and acetyl glucosamine help clear dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores.
- Laminaria saccharina extract helps prevent oil buildup that can lead to breakouts.
- Infused with caffeine, sucrose, sea whip extract, and kola nut extract.
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- Use cleanser twice a day, morning and night.
- Pump 2-3 times.
- Massage gently over wet skin, avoiding eye area.
- Rinse thoroughly; pat skin dry.
- Follow with Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion and Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel.
- After blemishes clear, continue using for preventive care.
- If dryness or peeling occur, reduce usage.
Salicylic Acid 1.5%, Water\\Aqua\\Eau, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sucrose, Disodium Phosphate, Arginine Cocoate, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Caffeine, Algae Extract, Cola Acuminata (Kola) Seed Extract, Sea Whip Extract, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ppg-6-Decyltetradeceth-30, Lactobacillus Ferment, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Acetyl Glucosamine, Capryloyl Glycine, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Polyquaternium-7, Phospholipids, Stearic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Chloroxylenol \ 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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Are you cruelty free?
- Asked by Poppy
- Official Answer By Clinique USClinique has a strong belief that cosmetic animal testing is not necessary and should be eliminated worldwide. We do not test on animals and our company is helping to bring about change in countries where animal testing is conducted on cosmetics as required by law. Read more: https://estee.cm/2OPYeQt.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this bleach my towels and pillow cases?
- Asked by Tossed too many towels
- Official Answer By Clinique USHello & thank you for reaching out. No, Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam Face Wash will not bleach your towels or pillow cases.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hello what else would you use with this product
- Asked by Nikki
- Official Answer By Clinique USFor acne prone skin, follow with Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion, Clinique Acne Solutions All-Over Clearing Treatment and Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. Use twice daily.Was this answer helpful to you
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My face has been breaking out more than usual Can I use this with the Clarifying Lotion 1.0 Twice A Day Exfoliator And the All About Clean Liquid Facial Soap Extra Mild? Those are are my current cleansers.
- Asked by Jaci
- Official Answer By Clinique USYes! We recommend slowly integrating Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam into your current routine during the AM to help remove excess surface oils and to unclog pores that cause acne. If you are experiencing an increase in breakouts we do also recommend incorporating Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel into your routine to spot-treat stubborn blemishes and apply in the areas that are prone to acne, preventing future breakouts. Follow up with Clinique Dramatically Different Oil-Free Gel to help control surface oils throughout the day while gently hydrating and strengthening skin. For a more personalized recommendation based on your concerns get connected with a local Ulta Clinique Associate for more details.Was this answer helpful to you
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is this product gentle for sensitive combination skin ?
- Asked by Luisa
- Official Answer By Clinique USGreat question! Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam is a gentle cleanser that helps clear and prevent acne. Use twice daily with the Acne Skin Care System for best results. Was this answer helpful to you
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I have no acne can this cleanser be use as everyday cleanser
- Asked by Ari
- Official Answer By Clinique USThanks for your question, Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam, formulated for acne-prone skin, is a daily medicated cleanser that removes dirt and excess oil and helps keep pores clear for healthier-looking skin. If acne is not your primary concern, we recommend Clinique All About Clean Liquid Facial Soap. This dermatologist-developed liquid soap cleanses gently yet thoroughly and is available in 3 skin-typed formulas. For personalized recommendations based on your skin type, we invite you to connect with a Beauty Associate in-store.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use the Moisture Surge products in addition to my Acne Solutions Foaming Cleanser?
- Asked by Sterling
- Official Answer By Clinique USGreat question! We do recommend hydrating with the Clinique Moisture Surge family of oil-free products. Apply Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate twice daily after your Acne Solutions Skin Care System. Let us know what you think.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this work for a 13 year old teenager .. acne skin.
- Asked by gia
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe're happy to help! Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam is a great option for acne-prone skin. It removes dirt and excess oil and helps keep pores clear for healthier-looking skin. Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi, I recently purchased the 3 step acne solutions, and I'm just curious, is it okay for my face to feel completely dried out? Is there something I should be putting on after the 3 steps? Should I not be using the 3rd step all over my fave and just in needed spots? Not sure which step is making my face feel so dry. Thanks! Thank you!
- Asked by Ashley
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe are here to help! If you are in need of additional hydration, we recommend trying for Step 3 - Clinique Clinical Clearing Gel as a spot treatment, or as a thin layer to help prevent breakouts in prone areas, then following with Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Oil-Control Gel to hydrate skin and control surface oils that can lead to breakouts.Was this answer helpful to you
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HI I HAVE BEEN USING THE ACNE SOLUTIONS KIT WRONG. I'VE BEEN USING THE FOAM WASH 1ST THEN THE CLEARING GEL THEN THE OIL TO OIL LOTION. WHAT WILL HAPPEN? DID I DO ANY DAMAGE? DO I HAVE TO START OVER?
- Asked by DENA
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe are here and happy to share that you are following the Clinique Acne Solutions Routine correctly! First - cleanse with the Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam. Second - apply Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel to spot treat or prevent future breakouts. Follow with Clinique Dramatically Different Oil-Control Gel to hydrate skin, control surface oils that can lead to breakouts throughout the day, and prep skin for treatments and makeup to follow. Was this answer helpful to you
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I have no acne can this cleanser be use as everyday cleanser
- Asked by Ari
- Official Answer By Clinique USThanks for your question, Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam, formulated for acne-prone skin, is a daily medicated cleanser that removes dirt and excess oil and helps keep pores clear for healthier-looking skin. If acne is not your primary concern, we recommend Clinique All About Clean Liquid Facial Soap. This dermatologist-developed liquid soap cleanses gently yet thoroughly and is available in 3 skin-typed formulas. For personalized recommendations based on your skin type, we invite you to connect with a Beauty Associate in-store.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use the Moisture Surge products in addition to my Acne Solutions Foaming Cleanser?
- Asked by Sterling
- Official Answer By Clinique USGreat question! We do recommend hydrating with the Clinique Moisture Surge family of oil-free products. Apply Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate twice daily after your Acne Solutions Skin Care System. Let us know what you think.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this work for a 13 year old teenager .. acne skin.
- Asked by gia
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe're happy to help! Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam is a great option for acne-prone skin. It removes dirt and excess oil and helps keep pores clear for healthier-looking skin. Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi, I recently purchased the 3 step acne solutions, and I'm just curious, is it okay for my face to feel completely dried out? Is there something I should be putting on after the 3 steps? Should I not be using the 3rd step all over my fave and just in needed spots? Not sure which step is making my face feel so dry. Thanks! Thank you!
- Asked by Ashley
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe are here to help! If you are in need of additional hydration, we recommend trying for Step 3 - Clinique Clinical Clearing Gel as a spot treatment, or as a thin layer to help prevent breakouts in prone areas, then following with Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Oil-Control Gel to hydrate skin and control surface oils that can lead to breakouts.Was this answer helpful to you
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HI I HAVE BEEN USING THE ACNE SOLUTIONS KIT WRONG. I'VE BEEN USING THE FOAM WASH 1ST THEN THE CLEARING GEL THEN THE OIL TO OIL LOTION. WHAT WILL HAPPEN? DID I DO ANY DAMAGE? DO I HAVE TO START OVER?
- Asked by DENA
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe are here and happy to share that you are following the Clinique Acne Solutions Routine correctly! First - cleanse with the Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam. Second - apply Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel to spot treat or prevent future breakouts. Follow with Clinique Dramatically Different Oil-Control Gel to hydrate skin, control surface oils that can lead to breakouts throughout the day, and prep skin for treatments and makeup to follow. Was this answer helpful to you
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I've been using 7 day scrub, acne solution cleansing foam, Clinique clarifying lotion 3, and the dramatically different moisturizing gel (in order) and I'm finding myself breaking out a little more than usual. Is this normal? I'm 1 week in (using Clinique products) I don't want to give up because I do believe one must use something faithfully to see results. Is it possible my skin is purging?
- Asked by Nen
- Official Answer By Clinique USWe are so glad you got your hands on the Clinique Acne Solutions Clear Skin System to help clear breakout. Anytime you are treating breakout, you'll want to avoid a physical exfoliant such as Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream Rinse-Off Formula. This can spread acne bacteria while you are trying to clear breakout. Keep it put back, as you may start using it again once the breakout is clear! Was this answer helpful to you
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Can boys use it too?
- Asked by Blanca
- Official Answer By Clinique USYes! We are happy to share that Clinique products are formulated based on skin type and skincare concerns, offering a variety of options to our fans! Was this answer helpful to you
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Hello! I have sensitive, acne-prone skin. I have purchased the acne solutions cleanser, clarifying lotion, and spot treatment. Should I use all of those in the morning or only at night?
- Asked by Maggie
- Official Answer By Clinique USGreat question! For best results we recommend using Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam and Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion twice a day. You will apply Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel as a thin layer to entire face twice a day after Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion, or spot-apply if you are using another leave-on acne treatment. Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this help with oily skin and pimples?
- Asked by Kimberly
- Official Answer By Clinique USYes! Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam is a non-drying, gentle, medicated cleanser with 2% salicylic acid that removes dirt and excess oil to keep pores clear. For guests with persistent acne concerns we recommend using as the first step in Clinique Acne Solutions Skin Clearing System.Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this product help with fungal acne? I've been struggling with this acne for over 7months and nothing has worked
- Asked by ale
- Official Answer By Clinique USThank you for reaching out. For your main concern, we suggest consulting with your Dermatologist for the best treatment routine. Please visit the product page and click the + sign next to Ingredients for a full ingredient listing to share with your Dermatologist if needed. Was this answer helpful to you
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Can't Live Without It!
I am hooked on this cleansing foam. The light fragrance is fresh and refreshing and it rinses off easily leaving my skin looking and feeling so much better! I ran out over the weekend and went back to an old cleanser I had and my skin hated me for it! I was buying more Clinique cleanser first thing ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Has a light and refreshing fragrance and really makes your
Has a light and refreshing fragrance and really makes your face feel clean. It also has salicylic acid in it as opposed to benzoyl peroxide which is a lot more harsh on the skin in my opinion and also increases your skin's sensitivity to sunlight. This stuff helped cut back on my oiliness but in the...
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Deep Cleansing for Breakout-Prone Skin!
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Clinique's Acne Solutions™ Cleansing Foam is a targeted cleanser that tackles acne without over-drying. Its rich, gentle foam infused with salicylic acid deeply purifies pores, removes excess oil, and helps prevent future breakouts. The formula rinses completely without stripping skin, leaving it fresh, balanced, and comforted. I love how it effectively clears impurities while maintaining hydration—perfect for daily use morning and night. Ideal for oily or acne-prone skin seeking a reliable, non-irritating cleanse that actively fights blemishes. A simple yet powerful step to clearer skin!
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Quite gentle cleansing of acne prone skin. Works for me
Love it!
Keeps break outs away!
Holy grail
I've been searching FOR YEARS for something that would help my break outs. I've spent thousands of dollars trying to clear my acne. This has cleared my skin and isn't drying. My skin is oily, sensitive, and acne prone. If you havent tried it, you need to!!
Nice
Suits my skin . Very light and foamy