Clinique Clarifying Lotion 3 vs La Roche-Posay Effaclar Astringent Toner for Oily Skin

Clinique

La Roche-Posay

A toner built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and controlling oil.

A toner built around AHA, for hydration and barrier repair.

Toner

17 ingredients

9 ingredients

Brand price

USD 23.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

USD 25.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from France

At a Glance

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Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose
Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Propylene Glycol
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid
Oil Control1
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Alcohol Denat.

May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Dryness1
Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Alcohol Denat.

May Worsen Irritation2
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat., Parfum
May Worsen Eczema2
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat., Parfum
May Worsen Rosacea2
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat., Parfum
May Worsen Dryness1
Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Alcohol Denat.

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Alcohol Denat. (in both products)
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Hamamelis Virginiana
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Trehalose
Humectant
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
0 / 0
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hydrating
Citric Acid (in both products)
Buffering
0 / —
- AHA
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering
0 / —

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Alcohol Denat. (in both products)
Fragrance
0 / —
- Denatured alcohol
- May Worsen Dryness
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Sodium Citrate
Buffering
0 / —
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Disodium EDTA (in both products)
Chelating
0 / —
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid (in both products)
Buffering
0 / —
- AHA
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Parfum
Perfuming
- Fragrance
- May Worsen Eczema
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Rosacea

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Alcohol Denat.
Antifoaming, Antimicrobial, Astringent, Fragrance, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Alcohol Denat. is a drying alcohol.
Learn more about Alcohol Denat. →
Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →
Citric Acid
Buffering, Chelating, Fragrance
Citric Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Citric Acid →
Disodium EDTA
Chelating, Viscosity Controlling
Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate
Learn more about Disodium EDTA →