Concern: Dull skin, noticeable pores
Benefits: Gently exfoliates dry-combination skin.
WHAT IT ISSkin Types: Dry Combination
Dermatologist-developed formula. Our bestselling exfoliating lotion for dry-combination skin sweeps away dulling flakes.
Dermatologist tested. Allergy tested. 100% fragrance free.
PROVEN RESULTSClinique’s Clarifying Lotion face exfoliator instantly delivers clinically proven benefits* for skin that:
- Looks more radiant.
- Looks smoother.
- With less-noticeable pores.
*Clinical testing on 20 women
PRODUCT DETAILSGentle exfoliator is the difference-maker for healthy skin.
- Sweeps away pollution, grime, and dulling flakes to reveal smoother, clearer-looking skin.
- Preps skin for moisturizer—exfoliated skin is more receptive to hydration and treatment products.
- For drier skins, exfoliation whisks away surface flakes, clearing the way for moisturizer.
- For oilier skins, twice-daily exfoliation helps minimize excess oil and keep pores clear.
- Clarifying Face Lotion is Step 2 in Clinique’s 3-Step skincare system. Cleanse with Facial Soap, exfoliate with Clarifying Lotion, moisturize with Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+, oil-free Gel, lightweight Jelly, or rich Cream.
Clinique Clarifying Face Lotion is available in 5 skin-typed formulas.
The liquid exfoliators are powered by actives*—like witch hazel, BHA (salicylic acid), acetyl glucosamine—for just-right, twice-daily exfoliation. Which formula is just right for your skin?
- Clarifying Face Lotion 1.0: Extra-gentle, alcohol-free formula is safe for sensitive skin.
- Clarifying Face Lotion 1: Mild for very dry skin.
- Clarifying Face Lotion 2: Gentle for dry combination skin.
- Clarifying Face Lotion 3: Great for combination oily skin.
- Clarifying Face Lotion 4: Formulated for oily skin.
*Specific ingredients vary by skin-typed formula.
Did you know Clinique’s exfoliating lotion is different from a toner?
Toners are primarily used to help rebalance skin after cleansing. Clinique Clarifying Lotion is formulated with exfoliating ingredients to help remove dead cells on the skin’s surface. Clearing away that debris with Clarifying Lotion makes skin more receptive to moisturizers and other treatment products.
KEY INGREDIENTSAcetyl glucosamineHelps balance and smooth skin.
Witch hazelHelps refine skin.
FORMULA FACTSClinical Expertise
- Dermatologist developed
- Dermatologist tested
- Allergy tested
- Fragrance free
Free Of
- Fragrance
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Oil
HOW TO USE- Use face lotion twice a day, morning and night.
- Apply with a cotton ball, sweeping gently over the face and neck.
- For external use only. Avoid eye area and lips.
- Follow with Step 3, moisturizer: Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+, oil-free Gel, lightweight Jelly, or rich Cream.
LEARN MORE3 steps. 3 minutes.Twice a day.
Clinique’s dermatologist-developed 3-Step routine is simple, effective, and iconic.
Created by Clinique’s founding dermatologist, 3-Step Skincare is scientifically designed to create healthy skin.
Just 3 steps, 3 minutes, twice a day. Each step is tailored to your Clinique Skin Type.
- Step 1: Cleanse with All About Clean™ Liquid Facial Soap.
- Step 2: Exfoliate with Clarifying Lotion.
- Step 3: Moisturize with Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+™, oil-free Gel, lightweight Jelly, or rich Cream.
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