THE FACTS ABOUT SKIN

Clinique tests 600 applicants 12 times for a total of 7200 applications. If even ONE person tested demonstrates an allergic reaction the product is sent back to the lab.

Fragrance causes more allergic reactions than any other ingredient in cosmetic products

Three quarters of Australian women consider allergy tested claims are very important when buying make-up products (Global Truth in Beauty Survey, 2006)

85% of dermatologists surveyed at the 2008 World Congress of Dermatology would recommend Clinique to their patients

As many as 100 Clinique scientists work on a product from initial concept to launch.

One in 5 Australians suffers from at least one allergy (theage.com.au, 14 May 2008)

A recent survey found that 50% of women believe they have sensitive skin, but those 50% indicated they use aggressive products (Dr. Anthony Rawlings, leading exfoliation consultant)