Clean & Clear skincare
Clean & Clear is an American skincare brand founded in 1956 and owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation since 2026.
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Clean & Clear is beloved for its thoughtful array of cleansers, moisturizers, serums, exfoliants, and more, all driven by its reliable formulas. Its products suit oily skin and acne-prone skin best, thanks to their targeted composition. Among the standout items for specific concerns, the Persa-Gel 10 addresses acne-prone skin, the Morning Burst Facial Cleanser treats skin with dark spots, and the Foaming Face Wash cares for mature skin.
This page covers some of the most popular Clean & Clear products; for the whole Clean & Clear range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.1Overall rating based on 12.9k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Clean & Clear for oil removal, acne treatment, and deep cleansing. The most common complaints are excessive dryness and skin irritation.
Highlights
Deep cleansing and oil-controlling cleansers Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves skin feeling squeaky clean — Morning Burst Facial Cleanser”
- “Cleans deep into pores — deep action cream cleanser”
- “Removes excess oil and keeps skin fresh. — Foaming Face Wash”
Refreshing and cooling cleansers Mostly Mentioned
- “smells like a summer morning — Morning Burst Facial Cleanser”
- “Love the cooling tingle — deep action cream cleanser”
- “beads feel nice popping on skin — Morning Burst Facial Cleanser”
Affordable cleansers Often Mentioned
- “Great value for money — deep action cream cleanser”
- “great price for the amount — Morning Burst Facial Cleanser”
Skin dryness and stripping Mostly Mentioned
- “Left flaky dry patches on my chin — Persa-Gel 10”
- “left my face feeling tight — Morning Burst Facial Cleanser”
- “New formula is thinner — Dual Action Moisturizer”
Skin irritation and sensitivity Often Mentioned
- “caused a burning sensation — Morning Burst Facial Cleanser”
- “Hate the smell — Dual Action Moisturizer”
- “Too harsh for sensitive skin — deep action cream cleanser”
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Questions and answers
Is Clean & Clear good for oily skin?
Yes, Clean & Clear is good for oily skin because the brand fits best for this skin type and Lovi rates the Clean & Clear-focused routine Superior for oily skin. The Clean & Clear products on this page help control oil and reviewers mostly mention that the cleansers provide deep cleansing and oil-controlling benefits.
Is Clean & Clear worth it?
Clean & Clear is worth it for oily and breakout-prone skin, where Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior. Reviewers note that the cleansers offer deep cleaning and a refreshing feel, though some experience skin dryness and stripping.
What are Clean & Clear's best products?
Clean & Clear's best products are Persa-Gel 10 for oily acne-prone skin and acne-prone skin, Morning Burst Facial Cleanser, and Dual Action Moisturizer. Lovi rates Persa-Gel 10 as Superior for breakout-prone skin, while Morning Burst Facial Cleanser and Dual Action Moisturizer rate High for oily breakout-prone skin.
Which Clean & Clear moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Dual Action Moisturizer is the best option for dry skin on this page, though Lovi rates it Caution for dry skin. Reviewers often mention skin dryness and stripping as a downside of the range.
Does Clean & Clear cause breakouts?
Clean & Clear is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the Clean & Clear products on this page help control oil and target acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is Clean & Clear fragrance-free?
Yes, the Clean & Clear products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers often mention that the cleansers provide a refreshing and cooling feel.
What are the key ingredients in Clean & Clear products?
Clean & Clear products on this page frequently feature ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, glycerin, and menthol to help tackle breakouts and refresh the skin. Benzoyl peroxide helps clear acne, while glycerin supports skin moisture.
How do I build a Clean & Clear skincare routine?
To build a Clean & Clear routine for dry skin, start your morning with a cleanser, a hydrating toner, Dual Action Moisturizer, and an SPF. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, a cleanser, a serum, and Dual Action Moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine after cleansing.
Where can I buy Clean & Clear, and how much does it cost?
Clean & Clear products can be purchased in the United Kingdom, where prices range from £2.32 to £2.32, with most items costing between £2.32 and £2.32.
What are good alternatives to Clean & Clear?
CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to Clean & Clear.
Clean & Clear vs CeraVe: which is better?
Clean & Clear and CeraVe both rate High for dry skin and Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Clean & Clear-focused routines slightly higher for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, while CeraVe-focused routines rate slightly higher for dry skin.
Who owns Clean & Clear, and where is it from?
Clean & Clear is an American brand founded in 1956, owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation since 2026.
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Is Clean & Clear cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Clean & Clear as cruelty-free.
Is Clean & Clear good for dry skin?
Clean & Clear is generally not the best choice for dry skin, as its cleansers tend to cause dryness and stripping. However, Lovi rates the Clean & Clear-focused routine High for dry skin.
Which Clean & Clear cleanser is best for oily skin?
Morning Burst Facial Cleanser is the best Clean & Clear cleanser for oily skin, rating Average along with Foaming Face Wash, while deep action cream cleanser rates Low.
Is Clean & Clear good for sensitive skin?
Clean & Clear is generally well-suited for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type and the Clean & Clear products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. However, reviewers note that skin irritation and sensitivity may occur with some of their cleansers.
Is Clean & Clear good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Clean & Clear is good for acne-prone skin because the brand-focused routines fit this skin type at a Superior level. Lovi rates Persa-Gel 10 as Superior for acne-prone skin, and benzoyl peroxide helps treat acne.
Is Clean & Clear good for skin with dark spots?
Clean & Clear is generally not the best choice for skin with dark spots because its products mostly target oily and breakout-prone skin. However, Lovi rates Morning Burst Facial Cleanser High for skin with dark spots.
Is Clean & Clear good for mature skin?
Clean & Clear is generally not the best choice for mature skin, though Morning Burst Facial Cleanser rates High for it. Reviewers often mention skin dryness and stripping as drawbacks.
Research behind Clean & Clear's key ingredients
Effects of menthol and cold on histamine-induced itch and skin reactions in man
Psychophysical study of the effects of topical application of menthol in healthy volunteers
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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