Clinique
Clinique For Men Oil Control Exfoliating Tonic
A fragrance-free salicylic acid tonic for oily skin that Clinique says lifts flakes, minimizes oil and preps for shaving; contains alcohol.
- Marketed as fragrance free
- oily skin
Who it's for: Oily skin (brand-listed) · Sold as fragrance free
Skip it if you avoid drying alcohol: it lists Alcohol Denat..
- No scent flags recorded
- Sensitivity considerations: Alcohol Denat.
Label answers before you buy
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Is Clinique For Men Oil Control Exfoliating Tonic fragrance-free?
The brand markets it as fragrance free. The ingredient list hasn't been reviewed as a complete formula, so we can't confirm it has no scent ingredients.
Does the formula list alcohol?
Yes. The label lists Alcohol Denat..
Ingredient-origin notes (not vegan warnings)
- Glycerin: The name does not establish the feedstock. Plant, animal or synthetic sourcing requires supplier or manufacturer evidence. Origin reference
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How it compares
- Its label lists no scent ingredients, which is true of 15 of the 22 products in Dermatological Acne & Chemical Exfoliating Liquids with a recorded ingredient list.
- Its 15-ingredient list is one of the shortest among the 22 products in Dermatological Acne & Chemical Exfoliating Liquids with a recorded list (median 27).
- At 200 ml, it's tied for the largest size among the 9 products in Dermatological Acne & Chemical Exfoliating Liquids with a recorded size.
What it is
Clinique For Men Oil Control Exfoliating Tonic is a liquid exfoliant for oily skin, applied with a cotton ball after cleansing. It’s a stronger, oil-focused version of Clinique’s Exfoliating Tonic.
Key ingredients
- Salicylic acid: The exfoliating ingredient.
- Witch hazel, glycerin and sodium hyaluronate: Also on the label.
How to use
Apply twice a day with a cotton ball after cleansing. Sweep over unshaven areas in one direction. Avoid the eyes and mouth.
Who should be careful
Clinique sells it as fragrance free and allergy tested, but denatured alcohol is the second ingredient. Clinique says to use it on unshaven areas, so don’t apply it to freshly shaved skin.
What the brand claims
Clinique says it removes dulling flakes, minimizes oil buildup, helps unclog pores and preps skin for shaving.
Sources
- https://www.clinique.com/products/clinique-for-men-oil-control-exfoliating-tonic (checked 2026-10-23)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Dermatological Acne & Chemical Exfoliating Liquids |
|---|---|
| Brand | Clinique |
| Size | 6.7 fl oz (200 mL) |
| Exfoliant | Salicylic acid |
| When to use | Twice a day after cleansing |
| Free from | Fragrance, parabens, phthalates |
| Brand says it suits | oily skin |
| Fragrance | Sold as fragrance free |
| Vegan evidence | Vegan status not confirmed. Evidence and limits |
| Worth knowing | Alcohol Denat. |
| Full ingredient list | Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol Denat. (Sensitivity consideration), Salicylic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana (witch Hazel), Butylene Glycol, Trehalose, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Edta-copper, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Benzophenone-4, Green 5 (ci 61570), Blue 1 (ci 42090) No specific flag recorded Context matters Scent ingredient Sensitivity consideration Linked ingredients are explained in our ingredient glossary. |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
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Common questions
Does it contain alcohol?
Yes. Denatured alcohol is the second ingredient.
Can I use it on freshly shaved skin?
Clinique says to sweep it over unshaven areas.
Which skin type is it for?
Oily skin.