iS Clinical Warm Up Cool Down Review
The Verdict
Warm Up Cool Down does exactly what the name suggests: a warming, honey-based cleanse followed by a cooling, hydrating masque, sold together as one 240g at-home ritual rather than two separate everyday products. The pairing makes sense on paper — Papain offers gentle enzymatic exfoliation while the skin is warm, then Hyaluronic Acid and Resveratrol step in to hydrate and calm once it's cooled down — and it suits congested, dull or dehydrated skin looking for an occasional spa-style treatment rather than a new daily cleanser. The main thing to flag before buying is the bee-derived content (honey, royal jelly, propolis) in the cleanser step, which rules it out for anyone with a bee allergy. Used once or twice a week as directed, rather than daily, it's a reasonable way to add a treatment-grade step to an existing routine. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, please contact our team for advice before use.
iS Clinical Warm Up Cool Down | At Home Facial Regime | 240g
£115.00
iS Clinical Warm Up Cool Down is a 240g two-step at-home facial kit combining a 120g Warming Honey Cleanser (with Honey and Papain) and a 120g Hydra-Intensive Cooling Masque (with Hyaluronic Acid and Resveratrol). It's an occasional treatment ritual rather than a daily cleanse-and-moisturise routine. Below: what's in each step, who it suits, and how to use both parts together.
What it is
The kit bundles two existing iS Clinical products at full size. Step 1 is a rich, honey-textured cream cleanser built around Honey, Papain and bee-derived ingredients (royal jelly, propolis), massaged in to create a gentle warming sensation that builds over a few minutes. Step 2 is a lightweight cooling gel masque built around Hyaluronic Acid and Resveratrol, with a cooling effect from menthol. Both are formulated without parabens.
Quick facts
| Format | Two-step kit — cream cleanser (Step 1) + gel masque (Step 2) |
|---|---|
| Size | 240g total (120g Warming Honey Cleanser + 120g Hydra-Intensive Cooling Masque) |
| Key actives | Honey, Papain (Step 1); Hyaluronic Acid, Resveratrol (Step 2) |
| Contact time | Step 1: up to 5–10 minutes; Step 2: 5–10 minutes, or left on overnight |
| Frequency | Cleanser 1–2x weekly; masque 2–3x weekly or as a standalone treatment |
| Allergen note | Step 1 contains bee-derived ingredients (honey, royal jelly, propolis) |
| Tagged skin types | All skin types, particularly congested, dehydrated, sensitive and post-sun/post-procedure skin |
| Free-from | Paraben-free |
Who it's for
- Anyone wanting an occasional, spa-style two-step ritual rather than adding another daily cleanser
- Congested or dull-looking skin that benefits from a warming cleanse to help loosen surface debris
- Dehydrated, sensitive, or post-sun/post-procedure skin looking for a cooling, hydrating step to calm and plump
- Existing iS Clinical users wanting to bridge the gap between professional treatments
Who should skip it
- Anyone with a bee-product allergy — the Warming Honey Cleanser contains honey, royal jelly and propolis
- Anyone wanting a straightforward daily cleanser — this is designed as a weekly treatment, not an everyday step. For daily use, see Cleansing Complex instead
- Very reactive or newly-actives skin that hasn't tried either component before — patch test given the enzyme and menthol content
How to use
Per iS Clinical's own directions: moisten face and neck with water, then massage the Warming Honey Cleanser evenly over skin, avoiding the immediate eye area. The warming sensation builds over time; after around 5 minutes (it can be left on longer, as a mini-masque, for a more intensive treatment) rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry. Follow with an even layer of the Hydra-Intensive Cooling Masque, again avoiding the eye area, and leave on for 5–10 minutes to feel the cooling effect. This can be rinsed off or left on overnight as an intensive hydrating treatment. Use the full two-step regime once or twice a week; the masque alone can be used more often (2–3 times weekly) as a standalone hydrating step. Follow with your usual toner, serum and moisturiser, and always apply SPF the following morning.
The ingredients, step by step
Step 1 pairs Honey — a natural humectant with antibacterial properties — with Papain, a fruit-derived enzyme from papaya that helps loosen dead skin cells on the surface. This is a gentler exfoliation mechanism than an acid or scrub, part of why the brand positions this step as suitable for problematic or sensitive skin rather than purely oily or acne-prone skin. The bee-derived royal jelly and propolis here are the reason it's not suitable for anyone with a bee allergy.
Step 2 is built around Hyaluronic Acid, a humectant that draws moisture into the skin's surface layers, and Resveratrol, a plant-derived antioxidant. The cooling sensation comes from menthol in the gel base, which is why storing the masque in the fridge intensifies the effect — a tip the brand itself suggests. Neither the Shopify listing nor the pulled metafields publish exact concentrations, so treat the ingredient list qualitatively rather than as a percentage claim.
Pairs well with
The Warming Honey Cleanser is also sold on its own at full size — see our iS Clinical Warming Honey Cleanser review if you want to try that step first. For how this ritual fits the rest of the range, see our iS Clinical brand guide.
Where it sits on price
Warm Up Cool Down sits within iS Clinical's kit price band, reflecting two full-size 120g products together rather than a trial set. iS Clinical isn't on Skintique's MAP-restricted brand list, but prices do move, so check the product page directly for the current figure rather than relying on a number here.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, please contact our team for advice before use.
FAQs
Can I use the two steps of Warm Up Cool Down separately?
Yes. The Warming Honey Cleanser and Hydra-Intensive Cooling Masque are both sold as standalone products, and iS Clinical's own directions allow the masque to be used more frequently (2–3 times weekly) on its own for hydration, separate from the full two-step ritual.
Is iS Clinical Warm Up Cool Down suitable for sensitive skin?
The brand lists it as suitable for sensitive and reactive skin types, including post-sun or post-procedure skin, but anyone with a bee allergy should avoid the cleanser step, which contains honey, royal jelly and propolis. If you're unsure, patch test first.
How often should I use the full two-step regime?
iS Clinical recommends the complete two-step ritual once or twice a week. It's positioned as a treatment step rather than a daily cleanse-and-moisturise routine, so it sits alongside — not instead of — your usual skincare.