Clinique

Clinique Exfoliating Scrub

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Key Features

Per the brand: removes dead skin and decongest pores
Salicylic acid works inside pores, not just surface
Per the brand: unscented, free of fragrance and parabens
Cream-based formula for oily skin
Per the brand: helps skin feel smoother and look less shiny

Clinique Exfoliating Scrub is a cream-based face scrub in a 100 ml tube, designed per the brand for oily skin.

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Description

Clinique Exfoliating Scrub is a cream-based face scrub in a 100 ml tube, designed per the brand for oily skin. The brand formulated it to remove dead skin cells and help decongest pores, combining physical scrubbing with salicylic acid, an ingredient that works inside pores to help skin feel smoother and appear less shiny. Per the brand, regular use may also provide a cleaner base for makeup application.

Salicylic acid is an oil-soluble exfoliant that penetrates pores where excess oil collects, making it a common choice for congested, oily skin. Per the brand, the scrub is unscented and free of fragrance, parabens, and phthalates. The brand notes that results vary and build with regular use rather than appearing overnight. Since this product combines physical exfoliation with a chemical exfoliant, it can be irritating for sensitive skin—patch testing before full use is advisable.

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Specifications

Product Type	Scrub
Formulation Form	Scrub
Formulation Type	Cream
Formulation Subtype	Exfoliating Scrub
Formulation Consistency	Cream
Scent	Unscented
Scented	No
Volume	100 ml
Net Volume	100 ml
Net Weight	0.1500 kg
Travel Size	No
Container Type	Tube
Packaging Type	Tube
Application Method	Using fingertips, gently massage over face with a bit of water in a circular motion
Application Time of Day	Morning
Application Frequency	As needed, 3-4 times a week
No Rinse	No
Applicable Body Areas	Face
For Face	Yes
Eye Safe	No

Skin Type	Oily
Primary Skin Concern	Excess oil, Shine & Excess Oil
Secondary Skin Concern	Uneven texture
Active Ingredients	Salicylic acid
Highlighted Ingredients	Salicylic acid
Free Of	Phthalates, Fragrance, Parabens
Typical Users	13+
Formulation Highlights	Scrub
Highlighted Benefits	Exfoliating
Highlighted Features	Scrub
ImageAlt	Mint green 100 ml tube of Clinique Exfoliating Scrub, a cream face scrub with salicylic acid
Primary Benefit	Exfoliating
Top Use Cases	Prepping skin for make-up application

How to use

Cleanse your face with your usual cleanser
Wet your fingertips with a little water and massage the scrub over your face in gentle circular motions, avoiding the eye area
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water
Follow with moisturizer and sunscreen

Good to know

Per the brand, best suited to oily skin, uneven texture, and those seeking a smoother base for makeup
Do not use around the eyes
Use up to 3 to 4 times a week; avoid using it on the same day as other exfoliants such as acid toners, peels, or retinoids
Patch test on your jawline or inner arm first and wait 24 hours to check for redness, stinging, or irritation
Not recommended for daily use; over-exfoliation can irritate skin
If you have very reactive skin or a skin condition, consult a dermatologist before use

FAQs

Can I use this scrub every day?

No. Clinique suggests using it up to 3 to 4 times a week at most; daily use increases the risk of irritation.

Can I use it with retinol or other acids?

Use them on different days. Combining several exfoliating products at once can overwhelm the skin.

Does it replace my cleanser?

No. Cleanse first, then use the scrub as an extra step, followed by moisturizer and sunscreen.

Is it good for blemish-prone skin?

Salicylic acid is often used for congested, oily skin, and Clinique mentions blemish-prone skin in its description. As a cosmetic scrub rather than an acne treatment, for persistent breakouts see a dermatologist.