Clinique for Men Exfoliating Tonic with Salicylic Acid
- Toner
- 6.8 fl oz
- Combination, Dry
- 1
A long-standing exfoliating tonic from a recognized brand, built around one active ingredient and a specific pre-shave use case.
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How it ranks among the 452 toners we track
4.6★ across 105 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
105 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
Clinique's Exfoliating Tonic for Men uses salicylic acid to de-flake and unclog pores, formulated for normal to dry skin and positioned as a pre-shave step. Comes in a 6.7 fl oz bottle, fragrance-free and dermatologist tested.
Sold specifically as part of a men's shaving routine rather than a general toner, with the salicylic acid doing double duty on exfoliation and pore care before a razor pass. Clinique markets it for normal to dry skin, so it sits gentler than tonics built for oily or acne-prone skin.
- 6.7 fluid ounce bottle
- Salicylic acid as the primary active
- Fragrance-free, dermatologist tested
- Formulated for normal to dry skin, doubles as pre-shave prep
Who it's for
Fits men with normal to dry skin looking for a pre-shave exfoliating step from an established skincare brand. Not aimed at oily or highly acne-prone skin where a stronger salicylic formula might be more appropriate.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Fragrance-free, paraben-free and phthalate-free formula
- Doubles as a pre-shave prep step
- Established brand with a long sales history reflected in the ranking
- Formulated for normal to dry skin only, not oily skin
- No reviews on file here to confirm results
- Single active ingredient, no added hydrators listed
Performance notes
Salicylic acid works by loosening the bond between dead skin cells, which is what the listing means by de-flaking and unclogging pores, and doing this before shaving is meant to reduce razor drag and ingrown hairs. Because it is formulated for normal to dry skin, it is a lighter concentration than tonics aimed at oily skin.
Specifications
| Brand | Brand |
|---|---|
| Model | 0020714104726 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 7.8 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Item Volume | 6.8 fl oz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Features | Dermatologist Tested |
| Material Type Free | Fragrance Free, Paraben Free, Phthalate Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6.8 fl oz |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | Combination, Dry |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0020714104726 |
| Active Ingredients | Salicylic Acid |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Exfoliating |
| Asin | B00JQ32W6C |
| Model Number | 0020714104726 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '105', 'stars': '4.6'} |
| Upc | 020714104726 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #49,163 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #312 in Facial Toners & Astringents |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00020714104726 |
| Manufacturer | Clinique |
| Product Benefits | Exfoliator de-flakes, unclogs pores, preps for shaving. Helps refine and refresh normal to dry skin. |
| Item Form | Liquid |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in toners.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinique for Men Exfoliating Tonic with Salicylic AcidThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 105 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Glow Recipe PHA + BHA Face TonerGlow Recipe | 4.6 / 5 | 8,776 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water Hydrating Face Toner for DryBeauty of Joseon | 4.6 / 5 | 6,556 | 4.6 / 5 |
| T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel Alcohol Free Moisturizing AstringentT.N. Dickinson's | 4.8 / 5 | 8,044 | 4.4 / 5 |
| THAYERS Milky Face Toner Skin Care with Snow Mushroom Tremella and Hyaluronic Acid | 4.7 / 5 | 6,405 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Brand 0020714104726
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What skin type is Clinique's Exfoliating Tonic for Men made for?
Normal to dry skin, per the listing.
Is it fragrance-free?
Yes, along with being paraben-free and phthalate-free.
Can it be used before shaving?
Yes, the listing markets it as a step that preps skin for shaving.