Clarifying Lotion 3 - for Combination Oily Skin 200ml

I started to use the 3 step routine during March lockdown, at first it left my skin incredible and improved my oily complexion so I decided to buy the large sized sizes for all 3 products. Unfortunately after a couple of weeks I started to noticed my skin getting extremely dry, red spots developing and acne on my chin. I stopped using the clarifying lotion and all the spots started to reduce however it has left me with lots of marks on my chin. The clarifying lotion was unfortunately far too strong which caused the acne on my chin and spot breakouts.

I'm really disappointed with this product. I bought this 3 step skincare system full size after my birthday in October after discussing with a consultant. I've been using it everyday morning and night with the skin type 3 facial soap and dramatically different moisturising gel. It was lovely at first and my skin was looking great, however I think it has dried out my skin too much/been far too harsh on my skin as I now have a large cluster of acne type spots on the right side of my face right down to underneath my chin and another random 2 on the side of my left cheek. I've never had so much SPOTS! They are so sore and I thought I would persevere, but more just keep appearing and the problem has just gotten far worse, I've stopped wearing makeup for the past 2 weeks as I'd also bought the Clinique even better foundation so wondered if it was that and I continued to use the skincare 3 step system on its own but it's still gotten worse. I now just have an aching face with throbbing deep spots that hurt all day, it's really affected my confidence too. I'm gutted as bought the items all full size. Please at least try the trial kit size first if you are thinking of purchasing this to make sure it's right for you.

It's such a shame - I did love it. It made my skin feel fresh and exfoliated. I thought it would be my new skin saviour. Unfortunately because it is so harsh, the side effect was my skin became oily a few hours later and then after using it for a week... SPOTS!!! I hadn't had spots and this made me break out badly. I discontinued it and my skin cleared. Then I tried it again with the same experience - amazing fresh skin and then... SPOTS! Gutted. Maybe others would have a different experience, but my skin doesn't like it. It's a shame because I love the exfoliating freshness.

I never write reviews but this is simply fantastic, it does exactly what the bottle says, I love it. This was the reason I started the 3 step routine.

I've been using this product for 6 weeks now and can safely say its the best I've ever used. It's amazing the dirt it gets off your face even when you haven't been wearing makeup. My face feels fresh and I've seen a noticeable improvement in my skin. I was worried it would make my face feel dry as the alcohol content is high, but it doesn't. I use it along side the hydrating gel (step 3) and I am really impressed with the results. I would say using religiously twice a day this bottle will last me 3-4 months, which is worth it when you break the price up.

I use this as part of the 3 step routine and my skin is oily-combination - hands down the best routine I have ever had. I stick to the routine day and night and my skin is visibly in better condition - quality is better, feels softer, pores minimised and everyone comments on how lovely my skin is. My makeup is going on better too. I was unsure of whether this was really worth the money - worth every penny. But you have to stick to it religiously! I was looking for a good skin routine with 30 coming up and I was getting confused with all the different beauty bloggers of exfoliating every day then some advise twice a week - very annoying. Whatever this is, it works for me.

This makes you feel thoroughly clean. I've used this for years and noticed it's less alcohol astringent than it used to be, but still does the job!

I used clinique in my late teens and early 20s then stopped due to not being able to afford it anymore. I treat myself for my birthday last week at the counter and told the staff member that I suffer with hormone acne round my jaw. She told me to get this in 3 and the wash and moisturiser (couldn't afford all 3 till this week). Within a few days I went from having a lot of acne on my jawline to just have a few small spots in total, which are shrinking daily. The only things ive changed are my cleansing products for clinique from soap and glory and my skin feels amazing! Thank you clinique!

My skin is combination oily, but in winter especially, I can get really dry flaky skin along with acne which is extremely hard to hide under makeup! I had been using products referred to me by a dermatologist, but found that my adult acne was returning - I decided to overhaul my routine and bought the three step programme along with the turnaround overnight moisturiser and City block. Within 3 days my skin was looking better - the flakiness had diminished and the spots were less aggravated. I have been using this religiously for approx two weeks now and couldn't be happier.

This product is very good at removing dead skin cells and dullness from my face and it feels squeaky clean and tingly after use, it also helps my moisturiser absorbed better. The only downside is the smell... it smells of alcohol which can cause irritation . All in all very good

I went into a Clinique store and was recommended this lotion for my combination/oily skin. I only get the occasional blemish on my t zone which I wanted to reduce even more, however as soon as I added this into my routine I got a major breakout on my forehead.(Only use once a day) Really unhappy, as nothing in my routine has changed and woke up next day with tiny little spots. Switched to skin type 2 hoping it will not be as harsh, even if my skin is not sensitive at all.

I originally went to a Clinique counter because I had woken up a couple of nights before to serious painful bumps on my left cheek and dryness which is very odd for me as I have combination/oily skin. I have never broken out like that befor on my cheeks ever! Went to a counter to see if they could help sort me out ! I received the facial soap oily formula and the clarifying lotion 3 as a sample and have used them together for just 2 days now and I have seen the best results! I feel so much more confident now and people are saying how they did notice my breakout on my cheek but now it's really cleared up! I also purchased the dramatically diffrent gel and that's made a huge difference my flaky dryness had cleared within the first night! Brilliant! Thank you Clinique my new skincare ! Xx

Since I started using this a few weeks ago my skin has become sooo much smoother and clearer I am very impressed. I used to have lots of little blackheads etc but now each day they becoming less and less. The best £27.50 spent on skincare x

This is by far my favourite product out of the 3 step system! People often mistaken this as a toner, it's actually a liquid exfoliant. It has tiny little micro exfoliants in it to clear away any dead skin and dirt from the face. It helps to reduce the appearance of any scaring or discolouration. It can slightly sting in any sensitive areas such as open spots. It's only momentarily and for me it just feels like it's really cleaning out the spot. My skin feels amazing after using this and when your moisturiser is applied after it goes on super smooth.