Clinique Anti Blemish Solutions Clarifying Lotion Review

It's a exfoliating toner that leaves your skin feeling smooth and squeaky clean. It is an excellent product and prevents future break outs.

I purchased this as part of Clinique's 3-Step system Anti Blemish which as suggested specifically targets acne-prone, oily skin. The 'Clarifying Lotion' is step 2 in the system, the 'toner', which I thought I'd spell out as initially the word 'lotion' to me suggested more of a moisturiser.

The product comes in a simplistic plastic bottle, which is standard format for most toners and I like as it allows you to see how much product you have left. Formula-wise the toner has an alcohol-y, chemical smell but it's not too overpowering or.off-putting.

I apply this after cleansing morning and night using a cotton pad. For an acne-treatment product I like that the formula doesn't sting my skin like others I have tried. While I wouldn't say it necessary 'unclogs pores' or by itself would 'reduce redness', I think it's a good toner for oily skin. After using it my skin felt clean but not overtight. Like all toners though it definately pays to moisturise afterwards.

I've been using this off and on over the last couple of years and so far it's the only toner I have ever repurchased, and I will continue to do so. Thumbs up from me!

I used the 3 step anti blemish solution system when I was 14-15 years old. My skin wasn't really bad but my nana was adamant I should try it to be more confident. The clarifying lotion is in my opinion, the most effective solution in the system. At the same time, this product would be nothing without the 1st and final steps as it really dried out my skin and was painful on any open cuts - most of the time I was unaware the skin on my face was broken until I applied the lotion. Apart from it stinging, the product definitely did it's job, it was quick and I have recommended it to a few of my friends already.