Clinique Liquid Facial Soap

Reviewers say Clinique Liquid Facial Soap is a gentle but effective cleanser that is both soap- and fragrance-free. It's not reviewed as often as the highest-rated department store brand, Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser (*est. $20 for 8 oz.), but experts say that it cleans just as well. The Clinique cleanser is available in three formulations (mild, extra mild and oily), but experts prefer the mild and extra-mild versions because the oily version contains menthol, which can dry and irritate the skin. Consumers at MakeupAlley.com agree that the oily formula is a bit drying, but say a good facial moisturizer combats that problem. Some consumers say the extra-mild formula does not remove makeup as well.

Paula Begoun provides the best review of Clinique Liquid Facial Soap in her book "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me," where all of her ratings are based on extensive research and testing of products and ingredients. Allure magazine also tests hundreds of products and consults industry professionals to rate products for its annual beauty awards. We found hundreds of consumer reviews for the various formulations of Clinique Liquid Facial Soap at MakeupAlley.com.