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Clinique Reviews

Clinique, a brand celebrated for its dermatologist-developed skincare, offers a refined approach to male grooming that focuses on skin health. With products meticulously crafted for various skin types, including sensitive, ageing, and oily, their range spans from face washes to moisturisers and shaving creams.

Their design is sleek and understated, appealing universally. Clinique stands out for its commitment to allergy-tested and 100% fragrance-free products, making them suitable for both men and women. This focus on efficacy and comfort, devoid of gender-specific marketing, positions Clinique as an inclusive choice in skincare, ideal for anyone seeking effective and gentle grooming solutions.

Reviews by Thom Watson, qualified beauty therapist, testing men’s grooming since 2011. About Thom

Clinique Dry / Dehydrated Skin Moisturisers Normal-Combination Skin Photoageing & Firmness Sensitive Skin

Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion+

Most of you will know by now that I used to be an accredited consultant for Clinique a little while ago. Oh yes, I once donned the crystal white lab-coat and trademark Clinique-C badge. You might think I’m a little biased, then, when it comes to ranting and raving about Clinique products. Since the age…
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24th July 2013Updated 21st July 2026
Clinique Enlarged & Blocked Pores Makeup & Tanning Photoageing & Firmness Special Care Sun Protection

Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream

By now you’ll know I’m a pretty big BB cream fan as for guys, they’re the ultimate grooming product — light coverage, calming and protecting. Well this is CC, Colour Correcting, and is designed to calm, protect and balance out colour concerns such as shallowness, redness and uneven skin tone. I’ve been using it for…
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23rd April 2013Updated 21st July 2026
Clinique Enlarged & Blocked Pores Serums

Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Correcting Serum Review

To give a little introduction, over the last few weeks I’ve been doing Clinique’s Great Skin challenge to see if in two weeks, I’ll have that famous Clinique skin glow. I’m now on week 3 and I’m incredibly impressed, not only is it glowing, it’s holding on to more moisture and my pores are noticeably…
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14th March 2013Updated 9th August 2026
Clinique Enlarged & Blocked Pores Makeup & Tanning Special Care

Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector Invisible Bright

As you may know, over the last few weeks I’ve been doing Clinique’s Great Skin challenge to see if in two weeks, I’ll have that famous Clinique skin glow. Well I’m on week 3 and I’m incredibly impressed, not only is it glowing, it’s holding on to more moisture and my pores are noticeably smaller…
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13th March 2013Updated 3rd January 2024
4711 Aromatic Clinique Face Scrubs Face Washes La Mer L’Occitane Men's Fragrance Moisturisers Photoageing & Firmness Serums Toners & Essences

My Favourites for Spring 2013

Versace Eros You can read my full review for Versace Eros here, but this is definitely my favourite for spring. It’s light, sweet and fresh, but with a solid base that lets everyone know you mean business. My favourite notes are the Madagascan vanilla flower and deliciously fresh apple. Versace’s first men’s fragrance launch in…
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13th March 2013Updated 25th July 2026
Clinique Enlarged & Blocked Pores Moisturisers Normal-Combination Skin Oily Skin Special Care

Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Stay-Matte Hydrator

Clinique’s Pore Refining Solutions Stay-Matte Hydrator is part of my two-week great skin trial using Clinique 3-Step Skincare. Not only does it complete my skin regime leaving me feeling hydrated and balanced, it really keeps my skin shine free throughout the day. The product boasts the ability to keep your skin mattified for up to…
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6th March 2013Updated 3rd January 2024
Clinique Face Masks Sensitive Skin

Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask

Like many, I’ve long since been a fan of the original Clinique Moisture Surge gel. I tend to have dehydrated cheeks and an oilier t-zone, which although needs very little oil boosting, is often massively dehydrated. It’s often very difficult to deliver an enormous amount of deep, multi-level hydration whilst simultaneously keeping skin matte and…
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26th February 2013Updated 21st July 2026
Clinique Face Scrubs Face Washes Moisturisers Normal-Combination Skin Photoageing & Firmness Toners & Essences

Clinique 3 Step Skincare System: 2 Dry Combination for Men

After a fantastic consultation at Manchester’s Selfridges, Exchange Square, I was shocked to learn that for the first time in my life, the perfect Clinique system for me is Number 2 – Dry Combination. Most of my life I’ve used Clinique’s Anti-Blemish solutions, but over the last year my skin seems to have finally vanquished…
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22nd February 2013Updated 1st January 2024
Clinique Moisturisers

Clinique Turnaround Overnight Radiance Moisturiser Review

Having been using Clinique Turnaround Overnight Radiance Moisturiser since its launch in September 2011, it has become my absolute favourite night cream. I originally reviewed it after its launch but wanted to look at it again now that I’ve been using it for such a long time. Dullness is one of the UK’s top 10…
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30th January 2013Updated 9th August 2026
Acne, spots & blemishes Clinique Dark Spots & Pigmentation Enlarged & Blocked Pores Serums

Clinique Skin Supplies For Men Dark Spot Corrector The Results

If you want to know more about the product itself, you can find my original Clinique Skin Supplies For Men Dark Spot Corrector article here, and the 2 week initial progress check is here. So, 2 months and a half months on, what have the results been? Below are 3 photos of my progress, starting before using…
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17th November 2012Updated 1st January 2024