Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Foundation for Acne-Prone Skin — Flax, 0.5% Salicylic Acid, Medium Coverage Matte

Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup is a lightweight, oil-free foundation with 0.5% salicylic acid that provides moderate coverage and a natural matte finish while helping to target blemish-prone skin.

This foundation blends color-correcting coverage with blemish-care ingredients so you can wear makeup while addressing breakouts. Formulated by Clinique dermatological teams, the liquid foundation is oil-free, fragrance-free, and designed to mattify, blur pores, and help reduce visible redness. It comes in a broad range of shades, here shown in Flax, and is sweat-, humidity-, and waterproof for long wear.

How does this foundation help acne-prone skin without feeling heavy?

The formula contains 0.5% USP-grade salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid known for penetrating pores to help reduce clogging. Despite its acne-targeting ingredient, the foundation keeps a lightweight, breathable feel and a natural matte appearance so skin won’t look cakey.

• 0.5% salicylic acid to help exfoliate inside pores;
• oil-free base reduces shine and minimizes extra oil buildup;
• medium coverage blurs imperfections without masking texture;
• 24-hour, sweat- and humidity-resistant wear for long days.

Will it cover blemishes and redness while still looking natural?

Yes — the formula delivers moderate coverage that evens tone and conceals blemishes while preserving a natural matte finish. Skin-soothing actives help calm visible redness so the overall appearance looks more even over time.

• Lactobacillus ferment and red algae extract help soothe irritation;
• caffeine and licorice root extract help reduce visible redness;
• instant pore-blurring pigments refine skin texture without heavy layering;
• available in multiple shades to match a variety of undertones.

How does the wear hold up during long, humid days or sweat?

This foundation is formulated to resist water, sweat, and humidity for prolonged wear. Its oil-free, mattifying base helps control shine throughout the day so touch-ups are minimal even in warm conditions.

• waterproof and sweat-resistant finish for active days;
• long-wear pigments maintain coverage for up to 24 hours;
• matte formula prevents mid-day oil buildup and sliding;
• blendable texture lets you layer lightly if extra coverage is needed.

Who is this for: Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup is intended for people with dry-combination to oily, acne-prone skin who want foundation that both conceals and supports clearer skin. It suits anyone seeking a dermatologist-developed, fragrance-free liquid foundation with pore-targeting salicylic acid and skin-soothing ingredients. Ideal if you need reliable, natural-looking coverage that helps manage shine and is resilient in heat or humidity.

Ingredients

Water\Aqua\Eau, Methyl Trimethicone, Nylon-12, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Peg-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Trehalose, Calcium Stearate, Zinc Pca, Algae Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Glycerin, Caffeine, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methicone, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Dipropylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Lecithin, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Propylene Carbonate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tocopherol, Sodium Citrate, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499)] 99668 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.