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CLINIQUE Redness Solutions Soothing Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

This cleanser is designed for skin that tends to flush easily. It removes dirt and makeup without making your skin feel tight or irritated, which is key when dealing with sensitivity.

Sephora price

$32.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.2 / 5

About 289 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Extra-gentleCalms visible rednessComforts skin

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.2 / 5 overall fit

A gentle cleanser that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin, making it a good choice for those with redness and sensitivity.

CLINIQUE Redness Solutions Soothing Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

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Price, rating, review count, and source status come from Sephora. Glass adds the routine fit, overlap risk, and what to compare next.

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

An extra-gentle cleanser for redness-prone skin. This extra-gentle, non-drying cream-gel helps calm visible redness and irritation while melting away makeup and impurities. It leaves skin clean feeling comforted.

Lightly massage onto face.

Rinse with tepid water or tissue off.

Use morning and evening.

Combine with a routine including Redness Solutions Moisturizing Specialist, Daily Relief Cream, or Urgent Relief Cream.

Daily Protective Base SPF 15 is recommended.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid first step for anyone whose skin reacts to most cleansers. It's formulated to be non-stripping, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier, especially when dealing with redness.

Comfort for sensitive skin

Many users with highly sensitive or reactive skin found this cleanser to be a game-changer, providing a clean feel without any discomfort.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Sensitive skin
  • Redness-prone skin
  • Dry skin

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You prefer a foaming cleanser
  • You have very oily skin and need a deep cleanse

Routine fit

How to use it

Use this cleanser morning and night. Gently massage it onto your face, then rinse with lukewarm water or remove with a soft tissue. It pairs well with other products in the Clinique Redness Solutions line.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

  • Very gentle formula
  • Helps calm redness
  • Comforting texture
  • Effectively removes impurities

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • May not remove heavy makeup effectively on its own
  • Not ideal for those seeking a deep exfoliation

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This gentle cleanser is suitable for both your morning and evening skincare routines.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.2/ 5 overall

A gentle cleanser that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin, making it a good choice for those with redness and sensitivity.

Gentleness

4.5 / 5

This cleanser is exceptionally mild and does not cause any irritation or dryness, even on sensitive skin.

Redness calming

4.0 / 5

Users report a noticeable reduction in redness after consistent use.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for many skincare formulations.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that moisturizes and helps maintain the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Dryness, barrier support

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Draws water into the skin to keep it hydrated.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that can also help improve product texture.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some

Emollient

Phenyl Trimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help with spreadability.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Some people prefer to avoid silicones

Thickener

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic polymer used to thicken cosmetic formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Soothing Agent

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Redness, irritation

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Soothing Agent

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Provides a cooling and soothing effect.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming

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Soothing Agent

Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract/Extrait D'Orge

Badness

0.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants and can help soothe the skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, antioxidant

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Emulsifier

Sucrose Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Soothing Agent

Sea Whip Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

A marine extract known for its anti-inflammatory and calming benefits.

Usually helps with

Redness, irritation

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Emollient

Cholesterol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that helps to support the skin barrier and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, hydration

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Emollient

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake

Badness

0.0 / 10

Rich in fatty acids, it helps to moisturize and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing

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Soothing Agent

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria)

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming

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Skin Conditioning Agent

Acetyl Glucosamine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A derivative of hyaluronic acid that can help with skin hydration and exfoliation.

Usually helps with

Hydration, gentle exfoliation

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Preservative

Lactobacillus Ferment

Badness

0.0 / 10

A probiotic-derived ingredient that can help support the skin's microbiome.

Usually helps with

Microbiome support

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Emulsifier

Ppg-20 Methyl Glucose Ether

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize oil and water in formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Antioxidant

Caffeine

Badness

1.0 / 10

Can help reduce redness and puffiness.

Usually helps with

Redness, antioxidant

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Emollient

Propylene Glycol Dicaprate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A conditioning agent that helps soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Softening, smoothing

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Humectant

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent that also acts as a preservative booster.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Emulsifier

Stearic Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty acid that helps with texture and emulsification.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Viscosity Adjuster

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the thickness of the product.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Chelating Agent

Disodium Edta

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

Product stability

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Can enhance penetration of other ingredients

Antioxidant

Bht

Badness

3.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant used to prevent product degradation.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some

Preservative

Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

Badness

4.0 / 10

A preservative that can be a skin sensitizer for some individuals.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Potential for irritation or allergic reactions

Colorant

Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)

Badness

2.0 / 10

A synthetic colorant.

Usually helps with

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Colorant

Green 5 (Ci 61570)

Badness

2.0 / 10

A synthetic colorant.

Usually helps with

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Colorant

Blue 1 (Ci 42090)

Badness

2.0 / 10

A synthetic colorant.

Usually helps with

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, this cleanser is specifically formulated for sensitive and redness-prone skin and is known for its gentle, non-drying properties.

Can this cleanser remove makeup?

It can melt away impurities and light makeup. For heavier or waterproof makeup, you may need to use a dedicated makeup remover first or double cleanse.

What are the main benefits of this cleanser?

It helps to calm visible redness and irritation while cleansing the skin without stripping it, leaving it feeling comforted.

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