Higher percentage of salicylic acid

This is one of my favorite Clinique products. After using the acne clinical exfoliating toner I spread a thin layer on my face. It definately helps manage those pesky Whitehead breakouts. It also helps clear up the pigmentation from acne faster. This product is a must in my daily routine.

Gets the pimples done lol

I bought this a year ago for $30 at Sephora, I was going through a stage were I was breaking out a lot. I bought this in order to use it as a spot treatment whenever I broke out. I love using this, I feel as though it clears my skin in a timely manner, as well it sits well under makeup as it is sticky. It does make it hard to move the face a bit as the gel drys down on the face but if you wear it under makeup or a moisturizer then it should be fine. I will be buying this again and suggest others try it.

great product IF you use sparingly!

this works but I only use it sparingly due to its effect on my skin. it deals with acne no problem, however after my skin feels scaly and flaky. not sure if it's worth using after that.

I find that this product helps a little when I use it regularly. I've had bad acne for years and have tried a million different products. I'd say this one is on the better side, but it definitely did not solve my problem. If you try it, be sure to use a good moisturizer.

This product is great for clearing minor blemishes, and stop them from getting worse. It is gentle and doesn't cause redness or peeling. I've been using this for a few years and I highly recommend it for adult skin and occasional breakouts.

I really love the Clinique Acne Solutions Spot Treatment Gel as it has no fragrance. My sensitive skin often reactions to spot treatments because they put fragrance in them, this however has no scent, thank goodness. I use this gel at nice as it does create a shiny film on the spot and products tend to work better when your body is getting rest. It does sting a little as it does contain 1% salicylic acid although it would be better if it contained 2% like European acne products. 1% isn't quite enough and salicylic acid is safe to use in skin at 2% concentration. This gel helps to penetrate acne spots and bring them up to the surface faster and heal the skin quicker. I will continue to use it as it does what it says, just remember to moisturizer and wear sunscreen and don't over do it as it is drying. Then only downside is the price the largest bottle which is still small costs about $34 however it should last you a decent length of time as you don't need very much.

I recently tried this on small fresh bumps on my face and it seems to work. It helps heal and stop my small breakout so far. It is a small bottle so you have to use it sparingly and especially for the price (approx. $30 per bottle). But I do have sensitive, oily skin and I get hormonal break-outs. It does have that usual spot treatment smell and it does tingle a bit when you use it but you can wear it under make up to help stop the breakout. Also it hasn't caused dryness when I use it on my skin which is a plus. I have used other brands that are harsh on my skin so it irritates the acne more but I found that this hasn't done that.

I will post another review once I've been able to try it for a longer period if anything changes.

I originally went into Sephora to purchase a different spot treatment but when I got looking at this one I changed my mind instantly. The first time I used it, I didn't find it did too much. But once I used it the second and third time I found it shrunk my pimples and also coated them so they were easier to conceal with makeup. I find the scent of this a bit pungent... like I hold my breath when I use it around my nose because it stinks so bad lol. It works best on newly formed pimples, as it doesn't do much for day or two old ones. I'd probably buy this again, I just wish it dried them out more..

I like it because it's not sticky and other reason is it is scent free. when I used it first time, I could see the difference in couple of weeks. It's great.

At the age of 50 I still get the occasional break out. I reach for this product at that time and it clears up my skin. So glad I found this product.