Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Foundation — Alabaster, Salicylic Acid Medium Coverage, Natural Matte

Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Foundation is a salicylic-acid treatment foundation that provides medium coverage and a natural matte finish while helping keep acne-prone skin clearer.

This lightweight, oil-free liquid foundation combines cosmetic coverage with active skincare ingredients to address blemish-prone complexions. Formulated with 0.5% USP-grade salicylic acid, the product is designed to help visibly unclog pores and support a clearer skin appearance while delivering moderate, buildable coverage and long-lasting shine control. The formula also includes post-biotic and soothing extracts to calm redness and maintain skin comfort throughout wear.

How does this foundation help with breakouts without feeling heavy?

The foundation uses a low concentration of salicylic acid to exfoliate inside the pore and help reduce clogging while remaining lightweight on the skin. It’s oil-free and claims 24-hour wear, so it minimizes excess shine without piling on weight or texture. The finish is natural-matte, which helps blurred imperfections look smoother without a cakey effect.

• Contains 0.5% USP-grade salicylic acid to target clogged pores
• Oil-free formula that reduces surface shine
• Medium, buildable coverage that blurs pores and blemishes
• Natural matte finish for longer-lasting wear

What soothing or skin-balancing ingredients are included?

Beyond the active beta hydroxy acid, the foundation includes Lactobacillus ferment, a post-biotic ingredient that helps support skin comfort and the microbiome balance. Plant extracts such as red algae and licorice are added to help reduce visible redness and maintain even-looking skin tone. Caffeine is included to provide a refreshed appearance and to complement calming benefits.

• Lactobacillus ferment to help soothe and balance skin
• Red algae extract and licorice for visible redness reduction
• Caffeine for a more awake, even look
• Fragrance-free and allergy tested to lower irritation risk

How long does coverage last and how does it perform in humidity?

The formula is designed for long wear and resists sweat, humidity, and light water exposure to keep coverage steady through a busy day. Clinical testing and Clinique’s formulation approach aim for stable, 24-hour wear under typical conditions. Because it’s designed to mattify and control oil, touch-ups can be minimal for many people with oily or combination skin.

• Resistant to sweat, humidity, and light water contact
• Matte finish helps control oil throughout the day
• Moderate coverage that remains even for long periods
• Available in a wide range of shades to match diverse skin tones

How should I use Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Foundation in my routine?

Apply to clean, moisturized skin as the final step in your skincare routine and the first step in makeup application for even coverage. Start with a small amount and build coverage where needed—use a damp sponge or foundation brush for a seamless, natural effect. Reapply or set with a light powder in areas prone to excess shine.

• Use after serum and moisturizer on clean skin
• Apply with a brush or damp sponge for even blendability
• Build coverage in thin layers to avoid cakiness
• Set with powder only where necessary for extra oil control

Who is this product for? Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Foundation is formulated for people with dry-combination to oily, acne-prone skin who want a foundation that offers both cosmetic coverage and targeted pore-clearing support. It’s suitable for those seeking a fragrance-free, dermatologist-tested option with a natural matte look and shade options for many skin tones. If you need long-wear, oil-control coverage plus an active ingredient to help unclog pores, this foundation is designed to meet those needs while remaining gentle and buildable.

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.