Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion Versus Is Clinical Cleansing Complex
Updated on June 28, 2024
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
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They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion 18 ingredients
Is Clinical Cleansing Complex 20 ingredients
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Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion 18 ingredients
Is Clinical Cleansing Complex 20 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Nylon-12
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Laminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingCaffeine
Skin ConditioningSucrose
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningSorbitol
Humectant
Sea Whip Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77120
Cosmetic Colorant10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Disodium EDTA
Benzalkonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
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Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion 18 ingredients
Is Clinical Cleansing Complex 20 ingredients
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Clinique Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion 18 ingredients
very harsh
When I first started using this the pain was actually kinda unbearable. I’m not sure why I continued using it, but I did for months, and the stinging eventually went away. Didn’t do anything for my skin as far as I can tell.
Started slow by using it once-twice a week and it still burned my skin right off every single time I’ve used it. Even on my oily T-zone where it usually isn’t sensitive! This is considering I’ve used other exfoliating toners in the past with no issues. Also, it smells heavily of alcohol. The only saving grace is that I bought this for less than half price, so I’m probably going to just gift it to Show more
Is Clinical Cleansing Complex 20 ingredients
One of the best cleansers for truly hypersensitive skin
Best cleanser ever. Deeply and effectively cleanses while providing exfoliation that’s gentle enough to use for post-procedure patients.
