Clinique Daily Calm Makeup Balm sheer foundation — Light Medium 1 fl oz | Soothing, hydrating coverage

Clinique Daily Calm Makeup Balm is a sheer, buildable foundation balm that evens tone and visibly calms the look of redness while boosting hydration.

This multi-tasking balm blends lightweight coverage with skincare benefits designed for very sensitive, redness-prone skin. Formulated fragrance-free and dermatologist-tested, it uses hyaluronic acid for hydration, botanical extracts to soothe visible irritation, and a lipid trio to help support the skin’s barrier. The finish is natural and blurring optics soften the appearance of discoloration without masking skin’s texture.

How quickly will I see less visible redness?

Many users notice an immediate softening of redness thanks to the balm’s blurring pigments and calming actives. In consumer testing, most people reported skin felt soothed after a single use and looked healthier after two weeks of consistent use.

• Instant: blurring optics reduce the look of redness on application.
• Short term: hyaluronic acid hydrates for a plumper, calmer appearance.
• Ongoing: lipid trio supports the barrier to help reduce future sensitivity over time.

What kind of coverage and finish does the balm provide?

The balm delivers sheer, buildable coverage that evens skin tone without feeling heavy. It settles to a natural, skin-like finish with soft-focus properties that minimize the appearance of discoloration and texture.

• Coverage: sheer on first layer, buildable to light-medium.
• Finish: natural, soft-focus for reduced shine and blurred imperfections.
• Wear: comfortable for daily use and suitable under lightweight sunscreen or primer.

Which ingredients help soothe and hydrate sensitive skin?

The formula pairs hyaluronic acid with Uniflavon and magnolia extract to hydrate and calm irritation visually. A targeted lipid trio helps rebuild and reinforce the skin’s barrier, supporting resilience against future sensitivity triggers.

• Hyaluronic acid: attracts and holds moisture for a hydrated look.
• Uniflavon + magnolia extract: botanical-derived ingredients to visibly calm irritation.
• Lipid trio: strengthens barrier to promote comfort and reduce reactivity.

Is this balm appropriate for very sensitive or reactive skin?

Yes—Clinique designed this balm for very sensitive skin and visible redness. It is fragrance-free, non-acnegenic, and has been dermatologist-, ophthalmologist-, and allergy-tested to meet sensitivity needs while providing cosmetic coverage.

• Safety profile: fragrance-free and testing supports suitability for sensitive skin.
• Non-comedogenic: formulated to avoid clogging pores.
• Application: a small amount sheered with fingertips or a brush gives best results.

Who is this for: Clinique Daily Calm Makeup Balm is suited to anyone with very sensitive or redness-prone skin who wants lightweight, skin-benefiting coverage. Choose this balm if you prefer a natural finish, need instantaneous visual calming, and value formulas that support hydration and barrier strength while remaining gentle and tested for sensitivity.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Water Aqua Eau, Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Stearyl Palmitate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ceresin, Glycerin, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Microcrystalline Wax Cera Microcristallina Cire Microcristalline, Silica, Stearyl Behenate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus (sunflower) Seed Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Phyllostachys Edulis Leaf Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract Extrait D'orge, Cucumis Sativus (cucumber) Fruit Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Caffeine, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Methicone, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Laureth-7, Lecithin, 1,2-hexanediol, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (ci 77891), Iron Oxides (ci 77491), Iron Oxides (ci 77492), Iron Oxides (ci 77499)] ILN54593 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.