Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1.0 Gentle Exfoliating Toner for Sensitive Skin, Alcohol-Free, 6.7 fl oz

Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1.0 is an extra-gentle, alcohol-free exfoliating lotion designed to remove dead skin, impurities and excess oil while preparing sensitive skin for moisturizer.

Clinique’s Clarifying Lotion 1.0 is the Step 2 exfoliant in the brand’s 3-Step system, formulated specifically for sensitive skin that needs a softer touch. This liquid exfoliator is blended with skin-smoothing actives like witch hazel and salicylic acid in skin-appropriate concentrations to lift away pollution, surface flakes and residue that cleansers can miss, helping skin look clearer and more radiant. Use twice daily after cleansing and before moisturizing to help treatments and hydrators absorb more effectively.

How does Clarifying Lotion 1.0 differ from a regular facial toner?

Unlike conventional toners that mainly rebalance skin after cleansing, Clarifying Lotion 1.0 is formulated to exfoliate gently. It targets surface dead cells and excess oil so subsequent skincare products can penetrate more consistently.

• Exfoliating actives tailored for sensitive skin rather than astringent-only formulas
• Alcohol-free base to minimize irritation and dryness
• Applied with a cotton pad to sweep away pollutants, residue and flakes

Will it irritate sensitive skin when used twice daily?

Clarifying Lotion 1.0 is created for extra-sensitive skin types and formulated to be gentle when used as directed. The alcohol-free recipe and skin-buffering ingredients reduce the likelihood of tightness while still offering light, effective exfoliation.

• Extra-gentle formulation labeled 1.0 for sensitive skin
• Balanced exfoliation to remove dulling cells without aggressive abrasion
• Dermatologist-developed and allergy tested to support tolerability

What benefits should I expect after using it in my routine?

Regular use helps reveal smoother-feeling skin, reduces surface dullness, and clears debris that can block moisturizers and serums. Over time, skin looks more even and products applied afterward perform better because they absorb more readily.

• Instantly removes surface flakes for a brighter appearance
• Helps keep pores clearer by lifting oil and impurities
• Prepares skin to receive moisturizers and treatments more effectively

How do I use Clarifying Lotion 1.0 with other Clinique products?

In Clinique’s 3-Step routine, this lotion is Step 2: apply after cleansing and before moisturizing. Sweep over the face and neck with a cotton pad, then follow with your chosen Clinique moisturizer or treatment to complete the routine.

• Step 1: Cleanse skin thoroughly
• Step 2: Sweep Clarifying Lotion 1.0 with a cotton pad over face and neck
• Step 3: Apply moisturizer to lock in hydration and active benefits

Who is this for? Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1.0 is aimed at people with sensitive skin seeking a gentle daily exfoliant that won’t sting or overly dry the skin. It’s for anyone who wants to reduce surface dullness, help keep pores clear, and optimize how well moisturizers and serums work—especially users who prefer an alcohol-free option within Clinique’s dermatologist-developed 3-Step system. Packaged in a 6.7 fl oz bottle, it fits into a twice-daily regimen for lasting, comfortable exfoliation.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Hamamelis Virginiana (witch Hazel) Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Glycerin, Sucrose, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Salicylic Acid, Caffeine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 20, Trehalose, Capryloyl Glycine, Disodium Phosphate, Tetrasodium Edta, Disodium Edta, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol 50992Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.