Clinique - Clarifying Lotion 2 - 200 ml.

This exfoliator contains menthol, glycerin, salicylic acid and also alcohol. But because is intended mainly for type 2 skin - mixed to dry- also contains delicate moisturizing ingredients such as witch hazel extract. Description says to apply this lotion 2 times a day, but I personally recommend it only once a day or even once every second day if you have really dry skin. The package of the product is a matte, transparent, plastic bottle with a green stopper. The liquid itself has delicate, slightly purple color, I think because of alcohol denat. Also this alcohol you can smell as soon as you open the bottle. It's irritating for me so I had to take o n.v e star out. My skin feels nice and smooth after using this. It's very good to remove dead skin cells, makeup ... MoreThis exfoliator contains menthol, glycerin, salicylic acid and also alcohol. But because is intended mainly for type 2 skin - mixed to dry- also contains delicate moisturizing ingredients such as witch hazel extract. Description says to apply this lotion 2 times a day, but I personally recommend it only once a day or even once every second day if you have really dry skin. The package of the product is a matte, transparent, plastic bottle with a green stopper. The liquid itself has delicate, slightly purple color, I think because of alcohol denat. Also this alcohol you can smell as soon as you open the bottle. It's irritating for me so I had to take o n.v e star out. My skin feels nice and smooth after using this. It's very good to remove dead skin cells, makeup residue or sebum. I recommend it.

THIS TONER HAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED MY SKIN! I received it in a holiday kit for a 3 step skincare ritual. The smell was extremely strong but I tried looking past it. At first it worked well. I was noticing improvement in the size and cleanliness of my pores within weeks. Fast forward 5 month later and it has destroyed my skin. It has completely irritated and dried out multiple areas. I have never had an issue with irritation on my face until I incorporated this product into my skincare routine. After researching and looking at the ingredient list alcohol is the 3rd ingredient listed. No thank you! I expected better from Clinique. I will be using cleaner products from now on.

No, I do not recommend that you buy this tool, because. the price is ten times higher! Buy salicylic and boric alcohol, add menthol extract, your favorite hydrolat and you get the same CLINIQUE ClarifyIng Lotion 2. Result: black dots, dirty pores remained in place. The effect is even less than from the usual pharmacy salicylic acid for 0.50 cents. But the skin became thinner and even drier. There is no gentle exfoliation. It's not an exfoliate, it's stupid menthol alcohol! Well, instead of the promised cleansing - the opposite effect, because. the skin begins to produce even more fat, which clogs in the pores and gives rise to those same black dots and subcutaneous tissue.

For those who said this product negatively affected their skin, they most likely didnt use the right one for their skin type. There are 4 different versions of this clarifying lotion from very dry to super oily so its important to really assess your skin type/get the right one to see the best results. with that being said, I love this product!!!!! In the morning i wash my face with a gentle cleanser, sweep this across my face with a cotton ball, then let dry and follow it with an acne lotion (i use the mattifying one from cetaphil). My skin looks so bright and smooth all day long! It also doesnt affect any of my skin makeup if theres a day when I want to look more done up, however, lately all ive had to do is sweep some blush on my cheeks, mascara, and a lipstick ... MoreFor those who said this product negatively affected their skin, they most likely didnt use the right one for their skin type. There are 4 different versions of this clarifying lotion from very dry to super oily so its important to really assess your skin type/get the right one to see the best results. with that being said, I love this product!!!!! In the morning i wash my face with a gentle cleanser, sweep this across my face with a cotton ball, then let dry and follow it with an acne lotion (i use the mattifying one from cetaphil). My skin looks so bright and smooth all day long! It also doesnt affect any of my skin makeup if theres a day when I want to look more done up, however, lately all ive had to do is sweep some blush on my cheeks, mascara, and a lipstick and im ready for the day! At night I do the same but instead follow with my night time serums. I think this helps everything absorb much better than it did before. I havent had any of my occasional breakouts that i usually get like clockwork since adding this into my routine and im even getting compliments. My skin has never been this clear and smooth, especially this effortlessly

Clinique is one of my all time favorite brands! I’ve yet to try a product I doubt like! This luxurious skincare/makeup Brand is one of the best! The Jumbo Clarifying lotion is perfect for removing Makeup cleansing your skin after a long day! It has a light refreshing scent, removes makeup, dirt, oil impurities with ease! My skin is left clean, makeup free, hydrated glowing! This is a go to staple in my skincare routine! This product has quality ingredients which is why it’s on the pricier side, but very much worth it! I will always recommend Clinique Products to everyone!

Best Toner

As a teenager I was always sold the wrong toner- either a 3 or 4- just because of some hormonal acne and shiny T-zone. I would be more irritated and always had acne come back. The biggest mistake they make at clinique is sell you the set- just because you are combination does mean you can use the Dramatically Different yellow moisturizer for example and just becasue you have some shine does not mean you should got for a 3 or 4. Now at 40 I am a clear jelly lotion user and every other day I use the "Smart" day (and I love the "smart" night- it is instantly healing overnight to help remove acne scars beleive it or not). I have used some Clarifying 2 samples in my regiment- By the way I use the Mild Cleanser and I used to be a toner 3 and 4 customer. Go Figure!! Now ... MoreAs a teenager I was always sold the wrong toner- either a 3 or 4- just because of some hormonal acne and shiny T-zone. I would be more irritated and always had acne come back. The biggest mistake they make at clinique is sell you the set- just because you are combination does mean you can use the Dramatically Different yellow moisturizer for example and just becasue you have some shine does not mean you should got for a 3 or 4. Now at 40 I am a clear jelly lotion user and every other day I use the "Smart" day (and I love the "smart" night- it is instantly healing overnight to help remove acne scars beleive it or not). I have used some Clarifying 2 samples in my regiment- By the way I use the Mild Cleanser and I used to be a toner 3 and 4 customer. Go Figure!! Now that I know my acne is hormonal and I have changed to be more combination dry, I love this toner after Mild cleanser (and with the jelly and occasional smart day or energy city block for summer.) I created my own regimen which works for me. And this 1.0 has no alcohol! That was the main reason I bought it in the first place as I could not understand how 2 still burns me at combination skin! The dramatically different yellow moisturizers- even the gel- leave me clogged and greasy- go figure I am a 1.0 user who cannot use the yellow moisturizes. I think they need to stop selling the grouped regimens and look at what works for you!!

Huge help for Rosacea

I have been using Clinique products since I was 10 when my mother got me started on a skincare routine back in 2006 and have always kept a Clinique product in my routine. Since 06' specifically I have always used the clarifying lotion 2 (purple liquid) but back in May switched to 3; I have sensitive, non-acne prone skin with rosacea patches all over my face and neck. It was recommended to me to switch to the clarifying lotion 3, as even though I do not and have not suffered from acne (besides a brief period of hormonal acne as a result of health issues for a few months, which has since cleared up) I was told this could help with my rosacea - other rosacea treatments I currently include in my routine is the use of an azelaic acid serum at night and BHA serum in the ... MoreI have been using Clinique products since I was 10 when my mother got me started on a skincare routine back in 2006 and have always kept a Clinique product in my routine. Since 06' specifically I have always used the clarifying lotion 2 (purple liquid) but back in May switched to 3; I have sensitive, non-acne prone skin with rosacea patches all over my face and neck. It was recommended to me to switch to the clarifying lotion 3, as even though I do not and have not suffered from acne (besides a brief period of hormonal acne as a result of health issues for a few months, which has since cleared up) I was told this could help with my rosacea - other rosacea treatments I currently include in my routine is the use of an azelaic acid serum at night and BHA serum in the morning. Since the switch back in May (this purchase is my second bottle) my rosacea has almost completely cleared up and this is the longest I've ever gone without a flare up (summer is the worst and I would have one almost weekly). The patches on my forehead have completely cleared up, only half the patches on my cheeks and one patch on my neck is red - but significantly lighter in color; but for my whole face and neck - all of the other physical side effects of the rosacea has cleared. I can't speak on behalf of people who suffer from acne, have oily skin or dry skin; but I can say that this has been a drastic positive change for my rosacea. The product also has not dried out my sensitive skin - but I have always followed the clarifying lotion with a hydrating essence before any serums, a thick moisturizer, and sunscreen.

I'm glad I'm back to the 3 step!

I used Cliniques 3 step system for many years from my mid 20's to mid 50's. I thought I need to up my game and switched to a more expensive line. I honestly didn't notice any appreciable difference except I was paying a much higher price. I've just recently returned to Clinique and I'm so glad I did! The 3 step system is tried and true. Using these products again, I've rediscovered how easy and how effective the system is! True story..... shortly after I turned 50, I was visiting my son in Virginia. I was asked to produce my ID when ordering or purchasing alcohol not once, but 5 time! When I gave them my ID, I looked up and smiled, several people looked at my face and looked at my ID again and asked what my secret was that my skin looked so good. I replied it was ... MoreI used Cliniques 3 step system for many years from my mid 20's to mid 50's. I thought I need to up my game and switched to a more expensive line. I honestly didn't notice any appreciable difference except I was paying a much higher price. I've just recently returned to Clinique and I'm so glad I did! The 3 step system is tried and true. Using these products again, I've rediscovered how easy and how effective the system is! True story..... shortly after I turned 50, I was visiting my son in Virginia. I was asked to produce my ID when ordering or purchasing alcohol not once, but 5 time! When I gave them my ID, I looked up and smiled, several people looked at my face and looked at my ID again and asked what my secret was that my skin looked so good. I replied it was finding a good skin care regime that was easy, worked and the sticking to it! I strayed once, but I'm back for good now! Clinique has proven it's worth more than enough! Thank you Clinique!

Magic!

Getting into my 30s, I was noticing a lot of changes to my skin. I was looking at myself in the mirror and hating my face. I have rosacea on my cheeks, get a lot of hormonal spots throughout my cycle and have an uneven skin tone due to sun damage. I've tried lots of different lotions and potions and nothing seemed to work. I bought this as part of a duo and noticed changes to my skin within a couple of weeks of using it. I actually thought I must've been pregnant as the changes seemed quite dramatic! After washing my face, I use this and it gets rid of any excess oil, dirt and blackheads which really shows on the cotton pad. My face feels super clean and ready for moisturizer. My pores are lovely and smooth, the redness in my cheeks has calmed and my hormonal spots ... MoreGetting into my 30s, I was noticing a lot of changes to my skin. I was looking at myself in the mirror and hating my face. I have rosacea on my cheeks, get a lot of hormonal spots throughout my cycle and have an uneven skin tone due to sun damage. I've tried lots of different lotions and potions and nothing seemed to work. I bought this as part of a duo and noticed changes to my skin within a couple of weeks of using it. I actually thought I must've been pregnant as the changes seemed quite dramatic! After washing my face, I use this and it gets rid of any excess oil, dirt and blackheads which really shows on the cotton pad. My face feels super clean and ready for moisturizer. My pores are lovely and smooth, the redness in my cheeks has calmed and my hormonal spots come and go much quicker. I would never go without this as part of my daily face care routine. So impressed and would totally recommend.

Would definitely buy again and again!!

For a long time I was scared to incorporate an exfoliant into my routine, because I have VERY dry, flaky, and super sensitive skin. My skin has gotten to the point that it was screaming it needs help exfoliating. The Clinique consultant at Ulta recommended me this product, and with it being 50% off at the time I decided to give it a go. It's amazing! It's SUPER gentle, non-drying, and doesn't make my skin feel right afterwards at all. No burning whatsoever, it just feels like water honestly. My skin feels super soft after using and looks glowing. I should have bought both bottles! Highly recommend for all my super dry and sensitive skin girlies.