Acnes Medicated Clear Lotion 180ml - pore-tightening toner for blemish-prone skin

Acnes Medicated Clear Lotion 180ml

$11.91
$11.91 $14.35
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Acnes Medicated Clear Lotion 180ml - pore-tightening toner for blemish-prone skin
Acnes Medicated Clear Lotion 180ml
Acnes

Acnes Medicated Clear Lotion 180ml

$11.91
$11.91 $14.35
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  • ✅ AHA (glycolic + lactic) gently exfoliates pores
  • ✅ Kills acne bacteria with medicated active
  • ✅ Anti-inflammatory reduces post-cleanse redness
  • ✅ Vitamin C derivative hydrates without oil
  • ✅ Oil-free, noncomedogenic & allergy-tested
  • ✅ Free from colorants and oils

🛡️ 100% Authentic – Japan domestic version
🚚 Ships from Tokyo
✨ Delivery in 4-6 business days

Description

Acnes Medicated Clear Lotion 180ml is a quasi-drug wipe-off toner for oily and acne-prone skin — designed to be applied with a cotton pad after cleansing to remove residual sebum, dead skin buildup, and surface debris while delivering antibacterial and anti-inflammatory medicated actives directly into the pore. It is one of Japan's most established OTC acne-prevention toners.

  • Isopropyl Methylphenol (IPMP) — antibacterial quasi-drug active that kills C. acnes bacteria inside pores, preventing the inflammatory response that causes cystic acne
  • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate — anti-inflammatory quasi-drug active that calms redness and prevents roughness from recurring
  • Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acid (AHA) — dual alpha hydroxy acids that gently dissolve the keratin bonds holding dead cells in pores, preventing blackheads and congestion
  • Vitamin C Derivative — antioxidant hydration that prevents post-acne hyperpigmentation without adding oiliness
  • Oil-free, non-comedogenic — safe for daily use on active acne without risk of clogging
  • 180ml — generous size for twice-daily cotton-pad application; approximately 2–3 months of regular use

How it works: The cotton-pad wipe method physically removes the surface sebum and cell debris that the cleanser has loosened but not fully eliminated — then the medicated actives (IPMP + Glycyrrhizinate) deposit into the cleansed pore opening to address the bacterial environment. AHAs work between applications to prevent keratin buildup that would otherwise re-congest pores. The combination of mechanical removal + antibacterial + AHA addresses all three stages of acne formation.

Acnes Clear Lotion vs Acnes Powder Lotion: Both are quasi-drug acne toners using IPMP as the antibacterial active. The Clear Lotion (this product) is the standard version suited to oily and acne-prone skin of normal sebum intensity. The Powder Lotion additionally contains Zinc Oxide as a matte-finishing powder that absorbs sebum throughout the day — the recommended choice for very oily skin or those who need post-application shine control without a separate mattifying step.

Known in Japan as メンソレータムアクネス 薬用クリア化粧水 180ml.

Key Ingredients
  • Isopropyl Methylphenol — antibacterial active that kills acne-causing bacteria inside pores
  • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate — anti-inflammatory that calms redness and reduces breakout-related irritation
  • Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acid (AHA) — dual alpha hydroxy acids that soften the keratin layer and gently remove dead skin buildup
  • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C Derivative) — brightening moisture ingredient that conditions skin post-exfoliation
  • Yokuinin (Coix Seed) Extract — traditional Japanese botanical used to smooth skin texture and reduce rough, bumpy surface

HOW TO USE
  1. After cleansing, soak a cotton pad with an appropriate amount of lotion.
  2. Gently wipe across the face to remove dead skin cells and residual sebum.
  3. Alternatively, pour into palm and press gently into skin without wiping.
  4. Use morning and evening.
  5. Pro tip: for best results, use the wipe-off method at night after the Acnes Cream Wash — the AHA peeling effect is more active on thoroughly cleansed skin.

FAQ

Is this a toner or an exfoliant?

Both. It functions as a medicated wipe-off toner when used on a cotton pad — the AHA ingredients (glycolic acid and lactic acid) perform a gentle peel while the medicated actives treat bacteria. It can also be applied by hand as a regular hydrating toner.

How is this different from the Acnes Powder Lotion?

The Clear Lotion focuses on AHA exfoliation and deep pore clearing — better for congestion, blackheads, and uneven texture. The Powder Lotion contains mattifying zinc powder to absorb excess oil throughout the day. Different concerns, different formulas.

Can I use it every day?

Yes. It is designed for daily morning and evening use. The AHA concentration is mild enough for daily application, but if you have very sensitive skin, start once daily and observe how your skin responds.

Is this the Japan-domestic version?

Yes. TokyoShelf sources every product directly from Matsumotokiyoshi and other Tokyo drugstores. This is the Japan-domestic formula — not an export or reformulated version — purchased fresh and shipped internationally on order.

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