Since moving to Melbourne I’ve had problems with dry skin. The air here is really dry compared to Queensland, honestly going back to Brisbane was like walking into a sauna >_< Show  Clinique’s PR rep offered to send me their 3 step kit to see if it made a difference to my skin. I haven’t tried Clinique’s skin care before even though I’ve heard a lot about them so I was pretty interested to see how it performed. To be honest I always thought that they would be out of my price range so I didn’t give them much of a look over XD I was sent the 1 pack for dry skin and used it for a couple of weeks to test, it certainly was a mixed bag!Brand: Clinique Product: 3-Step Introductory Set – Skin Type 1 Price: AU$49 Available here on the website. Kit includes: Liquid Facial Soap Extra-Mild, 50 ml Clarifying Lotion 1, 100 ml Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, 30 ml So the first step in the range is the Facial Soap. The packaging is a standard tube, pretty average. It smelled kind of like cucumber and felt more like moisturiser than soap which was really interesting. It certainly felt like it was giving moisture back to my skin and didn’t leave it with that squeaky feeling some soaps leave. There was nothing about this that I specifically disliked but there was nothing that stood out either so I found it hard to want to keep using when the results weren’t visible. Next is Toner. To be honest, this is the only thing out of the pack I’m planning to use again and I think it’s a very acquired taste. It smells VERY much like sterilising alcohol/hand sanitiser. Like… exactly like it. For some reason I like the smell but I think it will probably be too strong and hospital-ish for a lot people. In fact I know a lot of my friends who have tried it couldn’t get past the smell. It left my skin feeling super clean and smooth though and I found it was really refreshing right before bed. But yeah this is definitely something you need to smell before you buy it! Packaging was quite nice, felt substantial and not cheap. Last up we have the moisturiser. First off I hate the bottle, it’s a screw top bottle with no dispenser at the top which is a personal hate of mine because it makes it a pain getting the correct amount out. The smell is kind of generic and fairly subtle. It rubbed in smoothly and feels a bit like velvety or almost sticky when rubbed in. I didn’t mind the texture or smell but again it was fairly average. I don’t think it made a difference to my skin so without being able to see the benefits I don’t think I would use it again. VERDICT: I really felt underwhelmed with this set and I don’t know if that was because I had high expectations or if it was just average products. Over the time I used this I didn’t notice any difference in my skin and I think it is just as dry as when I started. It could very well just be that it didn’t work with my skin type so I would totally suggest having a look in store and maybe getting some testers before committing to this or full sized products. The soap and moisturiser weren’t for me but I definitely like the toner and would repurchase it. Price-wise for a higher end starter kit with 3 items I would say AU$49 is on par and probably cheaper than I was expecting. Not for me but can’t hurt to sample and see if it suits your skin! I bought this 3-step kit awhile back & just getting around to using it. I have only slightly oily skin with also slightly oily t-zone. I've used the cleanser with facial brush & cloth, it's just... About reviewer (2 reviews) Age25-29 SkinSensitive, Medium HairBlack EyesBlack I tried the 3 step system many years ago and didn't like it. At the time, I used the pink toner which I felt irritated my skin. Looking back, I used to use way too many actives and my skin was... About reviewer (39 reviews) Age30-35 SkinCombination, Fair-Medium HairBlond EyesBlue I've tried this for years thinking that it actually helped but it honestly does nothing special. The face wash is lacklustre and does nothing to ease oil, remove leftover makeup, help breakouts or... About reviewer (131 reviews) Age19-24 SkinCombination, Olive, Warm HairBlack, Wavy, Fine EyesBrown There are cold creams that do all the above, clean , and moisturize and smell better About reviewer (2 reviews) Age44-55 SkinOther, Other HairOther EyesOther To begin with, the soap that they claim is for dry skin contains sodium sulfate which can resurface the skin or produce more oil. Sulfate was used decades ago for beauty products and then they... About reviewer (48 reviews) Age19-24 SkinOther, Other HairOther EyesOther I have two polar opposite experiences of the 3 step system: one is my own and the other is of a relative who swears by it. My 3 star rating takes both into consideration. My experience... About reviewer (766 reviews) Age30-35 SkinCombination, Tan, Not Sure HairBlack, Other, Other EyesBrown It works perfectly for sensitive skin About reviewer (1 reviews) AgeUnder 18 SkinSensitive, Tan HairBrunette EyesBrown I disliked this products a lot. I actually hoped for a better quality with these products. It's not one of the Skincare Set that I would buy again, it needs a lot of improving and it seems just too... About reviewer (21 reviews) Age19-24 SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure HairBrunette, Curly, Coarse EyesBrown The less gentle and less interesting skincare regime ever. Soap is acceptable ok, but there are far nicer ones. Lotion is a crime against skin, no matter which strength; a bottle of alcohol and... About reviewer (95 reviews) Age44-55 SkinCombination, Fair-Medium HairBlack EyesBrown Little background about myself.. I have been on Diane 35 for 14 years, came off of it about two months ago to give my body a rest. I went with this system around the same time has my previous... About reviewer (1 reviews) Age25-29 SkinOther, Other HairOther EyesOther Within a few days of using this, it gave me FULL-ON DERMATITIS, to the point where it got so bad I had to see a doctor and get a prescription for oral steroids. My under-eye and cheekbones were... About reviewer (1 reviews) Age30-35 SkinNormal, Fair-Medium HairBlack EyesBrown I'm new to the Clinique line and have had great experiences and BAD ones with the brand. This particular product is a great experience. I gave up on a regular skin care routine for many years... About reviewer (248 reviews) Age30-35 SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral HairBlond, Wavy, Medium EyesBlue I have a very long history with Clinique! It's a journey that began with me as a oily skin teenager in the late 80 s & as a typical teenager I had acne with my very oily skin so as a teenager... About reviewer (305 reviews) Age36-43 SkinNormal HairBlack EyesBlack I started using clinique 3steps on July 25, this year. Basically I used it for almost two months, but now my face has terrible break outs, what do I do continue or stop. I'm oily face and I'm... About reviewer (1 reviews) Age30-35 SkinOther, Other HairOther EyesOther I love following full 'systems' but this one was not created for maturer skin types. I think I need to stick with estee lauder and other brands from now on! Skin was too dry using the clarifying... About reviewer (13 reviews) Age56 & Over SkinVery Dry, Medium Brown HairGrey EyesGreen So I've always heard about this amazing product called Clinique ! My best friends mom in high school always bought Clinique makeup and I thought " wow she's just waisting her money when she can use... About reviewer (1 reviews) Age19-24 SkinSensitive, Fair HairBrunette EyesBlue Recieved a generous stack of samples of these and decided to give them a go! My skin is very oily in the T-zone which contantly is an issue with my makeup, leaving me shiny after a few hours. I... About reviewer (1 reviews) Age19-24 SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral HairBlond, Curly, Fine EyesOther I used the dry skin products and wow...this stuff isn't for sensitive skin at all. The moisturizer isn't very moisturizing either (I've gotten better results from drugstore moisturizer). I didn't... About reviewer (30 reviews) Age36-43 SkinDry, Fair HairRed EyesBrown I have very oily skin that can get a little dehydrated especially in the winter. I used this system for a long time swapping out different "numbers" of the products and I have developed an... About reviewer (5 reviews) Age36-43 SkinCombination, Fair HairBrown EyesBrown The 3 step system has saved my skin twice now! I first used the anti blemish range a few years ago and got flawless skin and then got cocky and stopped using it. My skin went so bad, and then I... How long does Clinique 3 step take to work?3-Step really works.” And it doesn't take months to see results—only 10 days. That's why we ask newcomers to take the 10-day challenge. Does Clinique help with dry skin?If skin feels dry during the day, tap on Moisture Surge™ 100H for an instant moisture boost. For a more intense moisture treatment, add a hydrating mask to your routine. Moisture Surge™ Overnight Mask replenishes thirsty skin while you sleep. What does Clinique 3 Step System do?It consists of 3 simple steps—Facial Soap, Clarifying Lotion, Dramatically Different Moisturizer—scientifically developed to work together and with the pH of your skin. Each step came in different formula strengths specifically created to treat different skin types, from very dry to oily. Do you use Clinique 3 Step twice a day?Like everything Clinique, it's allergy tested, 100% fragrance free. 3 steps. 3 minutes. Twice a day. |
