Clinique Clarifying Lotion 3 Gentle and its refreshing formula sweeps away pollution, grime, dulling flakes to reveal smoother, clearer skin. This is Step 2 in Clinique customized 3-Step Skin Care System. It prepares the skin to absorb other hydrating and treatment products. Clinique clarifying Lotion 3 can be used for both oily and dry skin, but it\'s ideal for oily combination skin. For oilier skins, a twice-daily exfoliation helps minimize excess oil and keep pores clear. For drier skins, twice-daily exfoliation helps remove surface flakes that can be a barrier to moisture absorption. Even helps fine dry lines disappear. Clarifying Formulas Chart: - Dry, Sensitive Skin: Clarifying Lotion 1.0. - Very Dry Skin: Clarifying Lotion 1. - Dry Combination: Clarifying Lotion 2. - Combination Oily: Clarifying Lotion 3. - Very Oily: Clarifying Lotion 4.