3 steps. 3 minutes.
Twice a day.
Clinique’s Dermatologist developed routine is simple, effective, iconic.
It all started with a Vogue beauty editor and a celebrated Dermatologist. Together, they created Clinique, one of the first prestige Dermatologist founded skincare brands. Its cornerstone is 3-Step skincare, a routine scientifically designed to create healthy skin. Like everything Clinique, it’s allergy tested, 100% fragrance free.
3 steps. 3 minutes.
Twice a day.
Clinique’s Dermatologist developed routine is simple, effective, iconic.
It all started with a Vogue beauty editor and a celebrated Dermatologist. Together, they created Clinique, one of the first prestige Dermatologist founded skincare brands. Its cornerstone is 3-Step skincare, a routine scientifically designed to create healthy skin. Like everything Clinique, it’s allergy tested, 100% fragrance free.
Find your skin type.
Just answer one simple question: How does your skin feel at midday without moisturizer?
Tight, uncomfortable, and dry to the touch.
You are Type 1: Very Dry to Dry.
Tight in the cheeks, comfortable in the T-Zone.
You are Type 2: Dry Combination.
Comfortable in the cheeks, oily in the T-Zone.
You are Type 3: Combination Oily.
Oily across your entire face.
You are Type 4: Oily.

Step 1: Cleanse

Liquid Facial Soap’s soft, non-drying lather removes dirt and debris. Formulated with sucrose, it delivers a gentle and thorough clean. Hand-milled bar soap leaves skin clean, comfortable, refreshed.

 

200ml Very Dry to Dry
200ml Combination Oily or Oily
200ml Dry Combination
400ml - Dy Combination Skin
Facial Soap, Soft, non-drying lather cleanses gently, thoroughly.
150g - Combination Oily to Oily Skin Types 3/4

Step 2: Exfoliate

Liquid exfoliator sloughs away pollutants and dead skin cells for instantly glowing skin.
In seconds, see increased radiance and smoother skin. Skin-typed formulas are powered by actives*—like witch hazel, salicylic acid, acetyl glucosamine—for just-right, twice-daily exfoliation.

 

*Specific ingredients vary by skin-typed formula.

Clarifying Lotion 2, Dermatologist-developed liquid exfoliating lotion clears the way for smoother, brighter skin.
200ml
400ml

Step 3: Moisturize

Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+™ with pure urea and pure glycerin is clinically proven to increase moisture +119% instantly.
Plus, it significantly strengthens skin’s barrier by 21% in just two hours.* Oil-free gel significantly strengthens skin’s barrier by 17% in just two hours.**

*Clinical testing on 21 women. **Clinical testing on 21 women.

Complete your 3-Step routine.

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Exfoliation,
the difference maker.

Our guiding dermatologists recommend exfoliation for the difference it makes
for all skin types. It leaves skin smooth, fresh, and more receptive to treatments.

Exfoliation,
the difference maker.

Our guiding dermatologists recommend exfoliation for the difference it makes
for all skin types. It leaves skin smooth, fresh, and more receptive to treatments.