Clinique reviews and discussion

4.2

85% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Gentle, sensitive-skin formulations
  • Hydrating, comforting moisturizers
  • Iconic black honey shade
  • Reliable, natural-finish makeup
  • Heavy, patchy foundation texture
  • Drying gel cleanser effect
  • Oily-film eye makeup remover
  • Fast-drying mascara formula

Clinique earns largely positive reviews as a reliable, sensitive‑skin‑friendly brand with standout staples like Moisture Surge, Dramatically Different “yellow” lotion, Take The Day Off cleansing balm, and the cult‑favorite Black Honey lip, though innovation and some formulas divide. Reviewers praise hydrating, non‑greasy textures and natural finishes, but cite drawbacks such as heavy or patchy foundations on oily skin, drying face wash if used alone, underpowered makeup remover leaving an oily film, and mascara that dries out quickly.

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29 reviews and posts

  • Feels so refreshing and nice! Would recommend it for people who wants a moisturizing and refreshing eyecream that leaves a flawless finish!

  • The best mascara ever, in my opinion, along with those from Clarins. The brush is fantastic, and it miraculously lengthens the lashes. The only downside is that it dries out quickly after opening. The packaging isn't great because the text has completely worn off, but the model is: Clinique Lash Power Mascara Black 6ml.

  • The Black Honey 🍯 Lip gloss omg , amazing, such a stunning shade and also its buildable. I love how it makes my lips look and it can be stunning without a lip liner☺️❤️. Just love it 💕

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  • “Clinique Makeup Remover” My Go-To for a Clean Slate” When it comes to taking off my makeup after a long day, Clinique Makeup Remover is my absolute fave. It’s gentle enough for my skin but still strong enough to wipe away every trace of makeup—even my stubborn waterproof mascara. I love how it leaves my skin feeling refreshed and clean without that greasy film. As someone with sensitive skin, finding a remover that doesn’t irritate is a win, and Clinique definitely gets the job done every time!

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  • I love all of their face products! They have the best lotion for the face!

  • I personally feel like Clinque has aged poorly. With new research coming out about ingredients, we shouldn't still have the same skincare line from 1989? Give me something new that won't damage my moisture barrier, please. It may have been my mother's favorite, but it certainly wasn't mine.

  • I love the black honey lipstick - it matches well with everything and is long-lasting

  • I think this brand isnt up to date with the trends. I think they try to stick to one age range but also dont try to innovate products. I think some products are good like the moisturizer and overnight mask. But the makeup remover is awful and takes forever to remove makeup and can create this thin oily layer over your face and eyes.

  • Black Honey is a beautiful shade that is known to work on every skin tone, and it really does! The issue is the formula, for a gloss it was very sticky and I could see pigment still unmixed in the clear packaging. It did not swipe on as well as I would have expected due to both the consistency of the product and the weird brush shape. The product was very pigmented though! Would have expected more from Clinique in both formula and packaging.

    Received a free product from Clinique