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Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1.0

  • Toner
  • 13.5 fl oz
  • All
  • 1
4.5/ 5 on Amazon782Amazon ratings3.8ProductDome score
  • More reviewed than 72%
High confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology
Best forYou have sensitive skin and want the mildest toner in Clinique's 3-step routine.

The gentlest entry in Clinique's 3-step Clarifying Lotion line, an alcohol free toner combining witch hazel and salicylic acid for sensitive skin.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 452 toners we track

3.8/ 5ProductDome scoreHigh confidence
Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.5

4.5★ across 782 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 337 ratings3.6

782 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score0.4

Modest tracked demand last month.

Data quality · 11% of score3.8

Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.

The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 452 toners we track - how the scorecard works · full toners data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

A 13.5 fluid ounce clarifying lotion from Clinique's 3-step skin care system, formulated as an alcohol free exfoliating toner with witch hazel and salicylic acid for sensitive skin, marketed as step 2 after cleansing.

Despite the listing's item form field showing cream, the product title and description make clear this is a liquid toner, the second step in Clinique's long running 3-step routine, and Clarifying Lotion 1.0 is the mildest formula in that line, intended for sensitive skin rather than oily or combination skin. It combines witch hazel with salicylic acid, giving it both a soothing base and a mild exfoliating component.

  • 13.5 fl oz liquid toner
  • Alcohol free and fragrance free
  • Witch hazel and salicylic acid formula
  • Step 2 in Clinique's 3-step routine

Who it's for

Fits people already following or starting Clinique's 3-step system who have sensitive skin and want a gentle, alcohol free toner. Not the pick for oily or acne prone skin needing a stronger exfoliating toner, since the 1.0 formula is the gentlest in Clinique's toner lineup.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out
  • Alcohol free and fragrance free formula
  • Combines witch hazel with salicylic acid
  • Large 13.5 fl oz size
  • Dermatologist-developed for sensitive skin
What to check first
  • Formulated as the gentlest option, so limited exfoliating power
  • Intended to be used within the full 3-step system

Performance notes

Salicylic acid provides mild exfoliation while witch hazel is included to soothe skin, and the alcohol free base is meant to avoid the stinging or drying effect that alcohol-based toners can cause on sensitive skin. As step 2 in the 3-step system, it is designed to follow a cleanser and precede a moisturizer.

Specifications

BrandBrand
ModelZMY2010000
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight1.1 ounces
Size13.5 fl oz
Capacity & performance
Item Volume13.5 fl oz
Construction & materials
Material FeaturesFragrance Free
Material Type FreeAlcohol Free
Included components
Unit Count13.5 fl oz
Other details
Skin TypeAll
Number Of Items1
Scent NameUnscented
Manufacturer Part NumberC-CQ-A43-02
Active IngredientsSalicylic Acid, Witch Hazel, salicylic_acid
Additional FeaturesExfoliating, Fragrance free
Recommended Uses For ProductExfoliating
AsinB01L7ED3OW
Model NumberZMY2010000
Customer Reviews{'ratings_count': '782', 'stars': '4.5'}
Best Sellers Rank#63,502 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #396 in Facial Toners & Astringents
ManufacturerClinique
Target Use Body PartWhole Body
Product BenefitsDermatologist-developed formula. Extra-gentle, alcohol-free exfoliating lotion for sensitive skin.
Item FormCream
Item Part Number17930

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in toners.

ProductAmazon ratingRatingsProductDome score
Clinique Clarifying Lotion 1.0This product4.5 / 57823.8 / 5
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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water Hydrating Face Toner for DryBeauty of Joseon4.6 / 56,5564.6 / 5
T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Moisturizing AstringentT.N. Dickinson's4.8 / 58,0444.4 / 5
THAYERS Milky Face Toner Skin Care with Snow Mushroom Tremella and Hyaluronic Acid4.7 / 56,4054.4 / 5
Frequently asked

Questions about the Brand ZMY2010000

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

Is this toner alcohol free?

Yes, it is formulated without alcohol.

What step is this in Clinique's routine?

It is step 2, the toner step, following cleansing.

What skin type is this formula designed for?

Sensitive skin, as the mildest formula in Clinique's Clarifying Lotion line.