Clinique Redness Solutions Daily Protective Base SPF 15 — Green-Tinted Color-Correcting Primer, Oil-Free 1.35 fl oz

Clinique Redness Solutions Daily Protective Base SPF 15 is an oil-free, sheer green-tinted primer that neutralizes visible redness while providing broad-spectrum physical sunscreen protection.

This lightweight color-correcting primer is formulated to even skin tone and create a calm canvas for makeup without heavy coverage. Designed to sit comfortably under foundation or be worn alone, it combines a subtle green tint with mineral-based UV filters to help reduce the look of redness and shield skin from sun exposure that can exacerbate sensitive complexions.

How does this primer reduce the look of redness?

The green tint counterbalances red undertones, producing a more even appearance without masking your natural skin texture. Its oil-free composition avoids adding shine or heaviness, so it layers well under makeup.

• Sheer green color corrector neutralizes redness visually.
• Lightweight, oil-free formula prevents clogged pores and excess shine.
• Applies smoothly for a natural-looking base under foundation.

What kind of sun protection does it offer and why that matters?

The product contains physical (mineral) sunscreen ingredients that provide broad-spectrum UVA/UVB coverage. Protecting sensitive, redness-prone skin from UV exposure can help reduce triggers that make redness more noticeable.

• Mineral-based SPF 15 helps shield skin from UV rays.
• Formulation balances protection with lightweight wearability.
• Suitable for layering with higher-SPF sunscreens if additional protection is needed.

Is this suitable for rosacea-prone or sensitive skin?

Clinique positions this primer specifically for skin that tends toward rosacea or frequent redness. It’s allergy tested and fragrance free, formulated to be gentle while preparing skin for makeup.

• Appropriate for redness-prone and rosacea-susceptible skin types.
• Allergy-tested and 100% fragrance free to minimize irritation risks.
• Gentle texture works with a calming skincare routine.

How should I use it within a skincare and makeup routine?

Apply after your moisturizer and any treatments, then smooth a small amount across areas of redness or all over the face for overall color balance. Layer foundation or tinted products on top as desired, or wear the primer alone for a subtle corrective effect.

• Step 1: Cleanse and treat skin as usual.
• Step 2: Apply moisturizer and let it absorb before applying the primer.
• Step 3: Dispense a pea-sized amount and blend where needed; follow with foundation or sunscreen as required.

Who is this for? This primer is a good fit for anyone seeking a cosmetic way to tone down visible redness while keeping makeup lightweight and comfortable—particularly people with sensitive or rosacea-prone skin who prefer oil-free, fragrance-free formulas. If you follow Clinique’s Redness Solutions regimen, this product serves as the protective, makeup-ready final step to help maintain a calmer-looking complexion. For stronger sun protection needs or active rosacea treatment, combine with a higher-SPF sunscreen and consult your dermatologist about clinical care.

Ingredients

Water\Aqua\Eau, Methyl Trimethicone, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Tricaprylyl Citrate, Steareth-2, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Barium Sulfate, Silica, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Sea Whip Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sucrose, Pantethine, Caffeine, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Isostearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Bisabolol, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitol, Phytosphingosine, Caprylyl Glycol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Chromium Hydroxide Green (Ci 77289) 39531 Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.