Clinique

Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Advanced Clearing Gel

Name: Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Advanced Clearing Gel
Brand: Clinique

Available in 10ml, 20ml

Quick Summary

Best forDry, combination, oily and blemish-prone skin

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsSalicylic Acid, Ferment & Yeast Extracts, Algae & Seaweed Extracts

OverallThis Clinique moisturiser features salicylic acid (exfoliating, pore-clearing), ferment & yeast extracts (soothing) and algae & seaweed extracts (hydrating). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients, but it contains drying alcohol high in the list. Because it contains an exfoliating acid, wear sunscreen during the day. Clinique recommends it for dry, combination, oily and blemish-prone skin.

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Ingredient Analysis

13 of 13 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listedContains drying alcohol

Key ingredients

Salicylic Acid Ferment & Yeast Extracts Algae & Seaweed Extracts

Full ingredient list (13) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Salicylic Acid Exfoliant & pore clearer May cause dryness
Alcohol Denat. Solvent & texture aid Potential irritant
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water Plant extracts Generally gentle
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer Thickener & gel former All skin types
Sucrose Humectant Generally gentle
Yeast Extract Conditioning ferment extracts Generally gentle
Laminaria Saccharina Extract Hydrating marine extracts Generally gentle
Lactobacillus Ferment Conditioning ferment extracts Generally gentle
Butylene Glycol Humectant & solvent Generally gentle
Water Solvent & base Generally gentle
Benzoic Acid Preservative All skin types
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
Potassium Sorbate Preservative All skin types

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 20 Jun 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

Common questions

Is Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Advanced Clearing Gel fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients. Clinique also describes it as fragrance-free.

Does Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Advanced Clearing Gel contain alcohol?

Yes. Alcohol denat., a drying alcohol, is the 2nd of 13 ingredients, high enough to be a main ingredient. It makes products feel light and dry quickly, but can dry out or irritate sensitive skin.

Is Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Advanced Clearing Gel safe for fungal acne?

It contains 2 ingredients that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: ferments (yeast extract, lactobacillus ferment). How much they matter depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.

Is Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Advanced Clearing Gel suitable for sensitive skin?

It contains drying alcohol high in the list and salicylic acid, an exfoliating acid, which can bother sensitive skin. Patch-test it before using it all over.