Clinique : Acne Solutions Clear Skin System

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Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam:
Active Ingredient:
Salicylic acid (2%).

Inactive Ingredients:
Water, glycerin, butylene glycol sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, sucrose, disodium phosphate, arginine cocoate, laminaria saccharina extract, cola nitida (kola) seed extract, caffeine, algae extract, mentha piperita (peppermint), sea whip extract, peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, sodium hyaluronate, ppg-6 decyltetradeceth-30, lactobacillus ferment, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, longifolene, acetyl glucosamine, capryloyl glycine, perilla aldehyde, 10-hydroxydecanoic acid, polyquaternium-7, beta-caryophyllene, phospholipids, sodium stearate, sodium salicylate, disodium edta, phenoxyethanol, chloroxylenol

Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion:
Active ingredient:
Salicylic acid (1.5%).

Inactive ingredients:
Water, 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, disodiom edta, benzalkonium chloride

Acne Solutions Clearing Moisturizer Oil-Free:
Active ingredient:
Benzoyl peroxide (2.5%).

Inactive ingredients:
Water, cyclopentasiloxane, butylene glycol, ceteareth-20, dimethicone, sucrose, camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract, hordeum vulgare (barley) extract, acetyl glucosamine, lactobacillus ferment, poria cocos sclerotium extract, laminaria saccharina extract, polymethyl methacrylate, gentiana lutea (gentian) root extract, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seedcake, saccharomyces lysate extract, astrocaryum murumuru butter, acrylamide/sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate copolymer, myristyl alcohol, glycerin, zeolite, algae extract, linoleic acid, 10-hydroxydecanoic acid, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, caffeine, cholesterol, tocopheryl acetate, bisabolol, longifolene, polysorbate 80, sodium hyaluronate, beta-caryophyllene, propylene glycol dicaprate, capryloyl glycine, quaternium-22, mentha piperita (peppermine), perilla aldehyde, perilla aldehyde, caprylyl glycol, isohexadecane, xanthum gum, disodium edta, chloroxylenol, phenoxyethanol, titanium dioxide.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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October 3, 2014
I AM SO HAPPY
My acne was out of control , I had big huge lumps all over my face and neck, I would cry when I would take off my makeup. I tried every acne soap , treatment , oral medication, prescription, dermatologists , and nothing seemed to work . A coworker told me about this product , I really didn't think it would work , i had lost hope. In 2 days I saw such a big difference ! I am now almost done with the treatment and I have no acne , I get one or two pimples that go away in a day or two . Clinique gave me back my confidence.
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momflorida
November 26, 2019

I  am curious if you still use, and if so, if you have a found a replacement now that step 3 is not available?

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July 4, 2010

Pros:

Noticed a difference in 2 weeks. I am 30 with non-traditional adult acne and nothing else has worked. I started by using it as directed then how I thought it worked best for me. I use it once a day until "certain times of the month" when my skin is oilier and then I use it twice a day. So far I have been using it for 2 months and my skin keeps getting better. And I feel it is very affordable considering what it is doing for me.

Cons:

Step 3, the moisturizer, is anything but! So this is why I went to once per day. I have sensitive skin so it over dried my combination skin a bit.Sometimes I switch out step 3 with Clinque moisture surge. Which is a little pricey but the best moisturizer ever and truly oil-free! You have to use this system everyday, religiously or you will waste your time.

I recommend this! You just have to be patient with it and give it time to work and figure out your own schedule with it. I have had this acne problem for nearly 3 years and 3 trips to the dermatologist did nothing. The acne I have looks like mosquito bites that are itchy and inflamed. There was never a head to squeeze or anything but if anything touched it, it would ooze! My dermatologist tested it and said it was an adult acne. I tried 2 over the counter topical solutions and took antibiotics! This 3 step system worked for me! Good luck~!
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June 9, 2010

Pros:

Works great! My skin is smoother and more even, pores are less visible, all in all this works really well for more severe acne.

Cons:

Dries out skin - especially on my neck. I would not recommend putting this where you DON'T have acne. I had one bad breakout after using the regimen for about two weeks, but my skin has been clear ever since!

I have tried A LOT of other products and nothing has come close to this one. I have very sensitive skin and every little spot shows up. The majority of my acne is around my neck and mouth. It is definitely hormonal and did not appear this severe until I turned 19. I would only recommend this system if you have more severe acne as I believe this would dry out anyone with moderate or mild. This is not for the occasional pimple! I use all three products in the morning and evening and no part of my face is dry (although it was dry the first few days) - just my neck is a little dry. I also like that it doesn't make my skin more sensitive (i.e. more prone to sunburn) as I am often in direct sunlight.
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March 18, 2010

Pros:

Easily accessible (carried at a variety of locations)

Cons:

Overly irritating, left me with extremely dry skin and inflamed acne.

I've been trying to transition off ProActive for a few months now (though that system has actually worked very well for me). I thought I'd give this stuff a try considering all the rave reviews it seemed to be getting here and knowing that Clinique has a good reputation, but this line was just way too harsh. It definitely did not agree with my skin (sensitive, oily). While on this product my skin completely dried up and NOT in a good way. It left my face feeling tight, irritated, dry, inflamed and uncomfortable. I stuck with it thinking things may get better, but decided to cease use after my generally mild acne became increasingly worse (bordering on moderate). It also left patches of my skin darker than usual, which worried me. I only used these products for about 3 weeks. I probably should have stuck with them longer, but I could tell that they were not doing my skin any good. I'm someone who is all up for trying new things, but I sincerely wish I had not tried this line.
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March 3, 2010

Pros:

This product Works. I, like many people, have tried just about everything. This formula has made my skin look SO much better. I was sceptical and definately proved wrong. I love it!!!

Cons:

Its a bit more expensive than id like....but it works so its worth it!

IT WORKS. GET YOU SOME!!! hehe. =)
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April 10, 2010

Pros:

It helps my acne. leaves my skin feeling amazing. It reduced redness and left my skin feeling amazing after 1 use!

Cons:

None.

This product is worth the money. I love clinique and all their products have been good to me. If you don't like it, or think it didn't work for you, take it back for a refund!
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April 8, 2010

Pros:

Works well, not so abrasive to skin, nice and gentle.

Cons:

Price, but worth it = )

I have been using Clinique for 2 years now. I used to use Proactive, Murad and was on Minocyclene for a while but didn't get results. I use The Cleansing Bar in the mornings and The Foam Cleanser at Night. I then use the Clarifying Lotion (day and night) and apply the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel (Mornings) and at night I apply sparingly the Clearing Moisturizer (Benzoyl Peroxide), as it does dry my skin just a tad. I also use the concealer when I do have a few that need to be consealed or use the spot healing gel. I also use the Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed powder to help for the more than a few breakouts to help conceal for all over coverage than applying more than needed consealer or spot healing gel. Yes, as a guy I will wear makeup to hide it, honestly because it's so light my friends don't even know I am wearing it. I also use 2 days a week the Oil-Control Cleansing Mask.
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February 11, 2010

Cons:

Moisturizer burns horribly, my breakouts are worse, and my skin feels like sandpaper.

I have sensitive, oily skin and have been using this product for about a month now. I've learned to avoid using the moisturizer on my cheeks because the burn stings far too much. It's a worse burn than any other product. When I was still using the moisturizer, I was appalled at how my skin dried up. My skin felt like sandpaper. My blemishes haven't reduced at all. I'd say from all the positive reviews, maybe try it- but it didn't work at all for me.
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July 15, 2010

Pros:

Not to pricy (compared to other things I have tried)
Easily accessible
Clearing my acne

Cons:

Drying
Sometimes Irritation
3 step does not moisturize enough

I have been using this product for about 1.2 weeks straight and let me tell you, I am having the best results that I have not had in years. I will say that I love the soap. It does an amazing job of cleaning. The toner which is hit and miss for me really cleans out my oil and pores. The 3 step is something I am confused about. I find it does not moisturize enough. As a result, I bought the gel of the regular 3 step, which once again does not moisturize enough. However, the moisture surge does. However, sometimes I find that my skin is more red then other times (usually around that time of the month). But, some days my skin has no redness. I have tried 2 dermatologists and topical gels, expensive cleansers, moisturizers and antibotics and have not seen results like these. My only complaint is the toner will bother my skin one day and will be find the other day. As a result, I will continue to 0.00use this product as I believe it will clear my skin!
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May 30, 2010

Pros:

Treats breakout well and stops future breakut from erupting.

Cons:

Benzol Peroxide found in moisturizer is abit too harsh for sensitive skin.

Basically Clinique 3-step system start with cleanse, tone and moisturize. The basic science behind Clinique 3-step is Exfoliation. Lead by one of the best dermatologist in America, Dr David Orentreich, believes that exfoliation is KEY to unclog pores to prevent build-up of dirt and bacteria, hence no more acne! Once exfoliation is done, the primary ingredients (Benzol Peroxide & Salicylic Acid) gushes into the pores to clean all the sh*t up! Next thing you know it... clear skin! Well the best thing about Clinique is totally hypoallegenic and fragrance free. The bad thing... perhaps the chemicals used are abit too harsh. I have tried many facial products over the past 2 years (Proactiv, Dr Murad, Malin & Goetz & many more) all failed to stop my breakout from occuring. However Clinique managed to put my breakups under control. I'ms glad I have found Clinique! I will 100% recommend this product to everyone who is seeking for a clearer,better and more youthful skin.
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