Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover | Dissolves Makeup & Sunscreen | For Dry–Combination to Oily Skin, 4.2 oz

Meet Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm — a silky, charcoal-infused cleansing balm that begins as a solid and melts into a luxurious oil on contact. Infused with Japanese charcoal to help purify and detoxify pores, it also features safflower seed oil to assist in breaking up and lifting away daily makeup and sunscreen. The result is a clean, refreshed feel that rinses away without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.

When you apply the balm to dry skin, it glides effortlessly, transforming into a light oil that sweeps across the face and around the eyes. The formula is designed to dissolve tenacious makeup and eye products, plus sunscreen, with minimal effort, making the cleansing step feel more like a indulgent ritual than a chore. Rinsing removes makeup and impurities while leaving the skin comfortable, not taut or dry, so you can move on to the next steps in your routine with ease.

What makes it work

• Detoxifying charcoal helps cleanse and purify pores while removing makeup, sunscreen, and city pollutants.
• Balm-to-oil transformation delivers a silky texture that feels luxurious and non-tugging on application.
• Clinical results report over 95% removal of face makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants when tested with typical products.*
• Allergy tested, fragrance-free, dermatologist tested, and ophthalmologist tested for sensitive eyes and skin.
• The safflower seed oil is rich in linoleic acid, supporting a soft, nourished feel after cleansing.

Sensory experience and daily use

The moment you scoot the balm across skin, you feel a cool, soothing sensation as the solid balm gives way to a silky oil. It rinses clean with water, leaving a fresh, breathable finish that isn’t heavy or sticky. This makes it suitable for mornings when you want a quick, thorough cleanse and evenings when you’re removing a full day’s makeup and sunscreen before bed.

How to use

• Apply to dry skin and massage in small circles to melt makeup, including eye products and sunscreen.
• Emulsify with a splash of water to create a milky texture, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
• Continue with your regular skincare steps—toner, serum, and moisturizer—for a complete routine.

Designed for dry, combination, and oily skin types, this Clinique balm is formulated to feel gentle yet effective. It aims to deliver a thorough cleanse while respecting sensitive eyes and skin with fragrance-free and allergy-tested safety. If you already enjoy Clinique Take The Day Off products, this charcoal variant can be a complementary addition to your cleansing lineup, offering a targeted approach to makeup removal and pore cleansing without compromising comfort.