Acne Solutions™ Clarifying Lotion Liquid Exfoliator with Salicylic Acid
CLINIQUE Acne Solutions™ Clarifying Lotion Liquid Exfoliator with Salicylic Acid scores 5.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and ingredient transparency (7.8).
✶ Hero ingredients
Lightweight humectant and solvent
Plant extract
Works on your skin
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes CLINIQUE Acne Solutions™ Clarifying Lotion Liquid Exfoliator with Salicylic Acid stand out
CLINIQUE Acne Solutions™ Clarifying Lotion Liquid Exfoliator with Salicylic Acid is a decent toner with an overall score of 5.1/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Butylene Glycol, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Caffeine — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (7.6). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Works on your skin — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Caffeine
Works on your skin — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Sucrose
Draws in moisture — #8 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #9 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
14 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Other ingredient5
- Draws in moisture4
- Works on your skin4
- Added colour1