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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August 14, 2007

Pros:

The foam facial wash works very well. I love that it leaves my face feeling soft and very clean. I have noticed that my face has cleared up since I started using the products.

Cons:

My face is very dry now.

It does work but I would not reccommend using it more than once a day, depending on how dry your skin can be you might want to use it every other day. It has worked for me, but so far my skin has improved just a little. I tend to break on my cheeks and no where else. Before I started using this produst, it wasn't really bad, but it was noticeable, especially to me....and now it has improved, but I am hoping it will be totally cleared up.
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December 25, 2006

Pros:

If you can get the right combination of products this is good. The bar soap is horrible. Stay away from it

Cons:

Stay away from toners 1-4 stick with the mild. It has no alcohol and a good ph.

My recommendation for anyone would be to use a makeup remover from the line, then the mild liquid soap, mild clarifying lotion, and the benzoyl peroxide gel or the evening treatment with salycic acid. Daytime sheild during the day.
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December 13, 2006

Pros:

i have been dealing with mild acne on and off for about 3 years. i have tried everything including proactive,murad, and numerous other over the counter medications.i started using clinique a month ago and my skin is clear and blemish free.it's great.

Cons:

it is a bit pricey. i went into sephora and wound up spending $80.00 on clinique products. i bought the daytime shield lotion, cleanser,perfectly real makeup, and a brush. however, they work wonderfully together and my skin looks gorgeous.

the acne solutions line is the best treatment in my opinion but probably won't work for everyone. it is very gentle and doesn't dry my skin out. it is worth the money.
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March 3, 2019
Works amazing for me!

Hi all! I don't usually write reviews but I know the bane of trying to find honest reviews, especially when trying to cure our face. So I am going to be as accurate as possible!

For years, I tried most stuff for my face (products to natural ingredients) and found a routine that finally works for my face after 2 years of really bad acne. So, I  thought of sharing.

When I got this kit, I used it diligently. I usually leave the foam on my face for 2 minutes before washing it off. 

Then I dab about 2 pumps of the toner and wipe my face with it. 

For daytime, I use Clinique moisturiser (but honestly there are better ones out there, I rate the moisturiser 3/5). It does work well when I am putting makeup though. 

At night, I'll use a "heavier" moisturiser since the toner can be a little drying for the face. I like to add a pump of argan oil for extra moisturising effect.

I don't usually use the toner every day, instead I alternate every 2-3 days. But I definitely used the cleanser everyday. 

My face has improved tremendously. I hardly get breakouts (especially on period) and on occasions, pimples do appear but they go away really quickly. 

I really recommend people trying this kit to help our faces get better. Highly recommended! For those going through the process of finding your routine, don't give up. I know it's tough but it will get better, I promise :)

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November 2, 2018
Love some products, not others.
I really like the foaming facial cleanser and toner. They last a very long time (which is good for the high price). But definitely didn't like the moisturiser and had to change that for something else. Would choose the foaming facial cleaner over the 'new' cleansing gel any day. Facial cleanser and toner I've been using as my main solution for a few years now, and can say they never irritated my skin like most products did, plus keeping down the spots.
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May 6, 2018
Amazing, however, don't use it like this..
This face wash works so well. At first uses, it cleared my acne and left me feeling fresh everyday. But I had constantly been harshly rubbing my face when using the toner as I felt like it would remove a larger percent of the dirt. I also used it day and night everyday making my skin extremely dry. Due to this, I developed an allergy to this set, my eyes get puffy (r e a l l y puffy), and it makes my face red and itchy. It hurts so much yet I continue the use of it ~ It does work, just don't use it the way I did
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August 11, 2012

Pros:

+ Everything you need in one package
+ Light smell
+ Matte finish moisturizer
+ Clears and heals!

Cons:

- A bit overdrying
- Too little product for the price (still worth it!)
- Won't cure root cause of acne

I've had moderate acne for most of my adult life, and I found this product about a year ago, I have tried other brands, but always come back to this one. These are small versions of larger products, I wouldn't recommend for daily usage but maybe two or three times a week, it might dry up your skin too much. Last moth a tried Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Trifix lotion with horrible results, I broke up like I hadn't in years, after a couple of weeks of that, I stopped and immediately returned to Clinique's system, I won't be making the same mistake again. Like suggested in acne.org, I sometimes use the wash as shaving cream and the lotion as aftershave, the moisturizer is good, but it's more like cream, so I still use another more potent moisturizer on top of it (Action by Anthony Logistics), this combo is working great. So in conclusion, A++ products, highly recommended!
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May 19, 2011

Pros:

Cleared my acne

Cons:

Drying

I have oily, sensitive skin & have been breaking out from almost every skin care product I tried. My mother actually called me & told me to try this out, & I thought "I doubt it's going to work, but I'll give it a try." Within a week, my acne cleared up. I mean, that's fast. I was so happy. The only problem I had was that it was so drying, to the point where my face felt stiff. It says to continue using it even after your acne is gone, to prevent acne, but I don't think I will. I just hope my acne doesn't come back after I stop using this kit.
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April 20, 2011

Pros:

Not too pricey (compared to Proactiv and some of the more recognized products)
Long-lasting
Makes skin feel fresh

Cons:

Doesn't wash off makeup

I bought Clinique because it was recommended by several friends who also have acne. I am using several things and it has only been ONE week and I have noticed improvements in my skin overall. If I am wearing make-up: Remove it with Cetaphil Use the three step system Moisturize with Ponds Clarant B (redness remover) I am also taking DIM supplements because I already know my acne is due to imbalanced hormones (tested by my doc) and I didn't want to take birth control so I tried some natural alternatives to balance the hormones. It could be a combination of everything but my face does feel healthier and although I broke out slightly in the first couple of days, everything looks like it's healing and I don't have new breakouts. Clinique doesn't smell fancy, but hey- it's medicine. My skin is pretty tough so it doesn't burn at all for me, but it is drying so I always use a moisturizer after. Also- after a week's use, it looks like I barely put a dent into the amount, so I think this will easily last me two months if not more.
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December 16, 2009

Pros:

Cleard up my acne right away, I havent had any new breakouts since i started using it.

Cons:

My eyelids are on FIRE! I think its my skin trying to adjust to something new.

Clinique products are amazing. Im a die hard Clinique freak and i love everything they have, so im convinced that this is going to work.
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