Clinique

Clarifying Lotion 1 for Very Dry Skin 400ml

Name: Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1 for Very Dry Skin 400ml
Brand: Clinique

400ml

Quick Summary

Best forVery dry and dry skin

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsSalicylic Acid, Acetyl Glucosamine, Hyaluronic Acid

OverallClinique's Clarifying Lotion 1 for Very Dry Skin is a toner whose standout ingredients are salicylic acid (exfoliating, pore-clearing), acetyl glucosamine (hydrating) and hyaluronic acid (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 very dry and dry skin.

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Ingredient Analysis

15 of 16 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listedContains drying alcoholContains added colour

Key ingredients

Salicylic Acid Acetyl Glucosamine Hyaluronic Acid

Full ingredient list (16) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Water Solvent & base Generally gentle
Alcohol Denat. Solvent & texture aid Potential irritant
Glycerin Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Butylene Glycol Humectant & solvent Generally gentle
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Plant extracts Generally gentle
Trehalose Humectant & protectant Generally gentle
Salicylic Acid Exfoliant & pore clearer May cause dryness
Acetyl Glucosamine Brightening & hydrating amino sugar Generally gentle
Sodium Hyaluronate Hydration & moisture retention Generally gentle
Sodium Hydroxide pH adjuster All skin types

Show the other 6 ingredients

Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine
Disodium EDTA Chelator & stabiliser All skin types
Phenoxyethanol Preservative All skin types
Benzophenone-4 Sunscreen UV filters All skin types
Yellow 5 (CI 19140) Synthetic colourant All skin types
Blue 1 (CI 42090) Synthetic colourant 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 Clarifying Lotion 1 fragrance-free?

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

Does Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1 contain alcohol?

Yes. Alcohol denat., a drying alcohol, is the 2nd of 16 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 Clarifying Lotion 1 safe for fungal acne?

None of the ingredients usually flagged for fungal acne are listed: fatty acids with 11–24 carbons and their esters, polysorbates, plant oils and butters, or ferments. One of its ingredients isn't in our glossary yet, so check that one yourself. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.

Is Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1 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.