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Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover - Ulta Beauty
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Highlights
- Skin Types: Dry Combination, Combination Oily, Oily
- Clinique's #1 makeup remover, now with Japanese charcoal to detoxify and remove excess oil.
- Quickly dissolves tenacious eye and face makeups, sunscreens.
- Rinses off completely—without leaving an oily residue behind.
Description
Clinique Take The Day Off™ Charcoal Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover is a lightweight makeup remover that quickly dissolves tenacious eye and face makeups, and sunscreens. Detoxifying Japanese charcoal unclogs pores, helping clear dirt, oil, pollution, and other impurities. Transforms from a solid balm into a silky oil upon application. Cleans thoroughly, rinses off completely—without leaving an oily or greasy residue behind.
Proven Results
Over 95% removal of face makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants.*
*Average removal of longwearing foundation, hybrid sunscreen, and carbon powder.
Key Ingredients
Japanese charcoal: This purifying ingredient helps deeply cleanse and detoxifies pores.
Safflower seed oil: Works efficiently to help break up natural oil found on skin, plus dissolves hard-to-remove makeup. Rich in linoleic acid, this natural emollient helps leave skin feeling soft and nourished.
Proven Results
Over 95% removal of face makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants.*
*Average removal of longwearing foundation, hybrid sunscreen, and carbon powder.
Key Ingredients
Japanese charcoal: This purifying ingredient helps deeply cleanse and detoxifies pores.
Safflower seed oil: Works efficiently to help break up natural oil found on skin, plus dissolves hard-to-remove makeup. Rich in linoleic acid, this natural emollient helps leave skin feeling soft and nourished.
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Phthalate-Free, Paraben-Free, Contains Charcoal, No Fragrance Added, Sulfate-Free
Product Form: Balm
Sustainability Claims: Not Tested on Animals
Beauty Purpose: Makeup Removal
Recommended Skin Type: Sensitive, Normal, Oily, Acne-Prone, Very Dry, Dry, Combination, Mature
TCIN: 87907911
UPC: 192333149119
Item Number (DPCI): 342-01-0902
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 2.13 inches length x 3.28 inches width x 3.34 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.53 pounds
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4.3 out of 5 stars with 354 reviews
100% would recommend
2 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
13 October, 2025
originally posted on Clinique UK
Stick to the traditional one !
Take the day off is the best cleansing balm ever - and I've tried them, all but stuck to this over the years. So when I saw the charcoal one I thought I'd give it a go. It's awful ! The black goo gets in your hair and it's really hard to get off your face. It ruined my make - up remover cloths. I binned it in the end
1 out of 5 stars
9 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
disappointed
The product I received has a stale, rancid smell. I wouldn't use it on my skin or anyone else's. I'm not sure if this is how it is supposed to smell or if I've received an old, expired product. I'm usually happy with Clinique products, order them often, and highly recommend them, but not this one.
1 out of 5 stars
6 September, 2025
originally posted on Clinique UK
Bought by mistake!
I bought this for my holiday but on arriving opened it up to see it was black, So anyway I tried it didn't like it at all face was black hands were black cleansing cloth was black it went under my nails won't by again. So next day on holiday I had to go and by some of the clear balm. Should make container different from the other balm as I think a lot of buyers will pick it up by mistake.
5 out of 5 stars
16 August, 2025
originally posted on Clinique UK
Take The Day Offô Charcoal Cleansing Barm
Been a user of the original balm ( love it to) for years but decided to swap to this and OMG i love it! Absolutely perfect for my oily skin, its very strange to start with a black balm , yes i agree. Now i use grey washcloths to remove it as i think if you use whites it can stain, dont fund it doesn't makes a big mess as i read some reviews saying, Highly recommend this balm for oilier skin-types
1 out of 5 stars
16 May, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
All Over Bad Product
I normally love Clinique products, but I HATE this one. The smell is AWFUL! It doesn't remove makeup, just smears it. And finally, leaves a film on face that my cleanser can't take off (nor does the cleanser get rid of the smell). So disappointed that I wasted any money on this product.
4 out of 5 stars
15 May, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Deep Clean Without the Dryness
The charcoal balm melts makeup and deeply cleanses pores, leaving my skin fresh and smooth. Perfect for a thorough cleanse without stripping the skin!
1 out of 5 stars
14 January, 2025
originally posted on Clinique UK
Incompatible
Unfortunately I ordered the wrong balm. The charcoal one just feels completely wrong so after 2 attempts I have to bin it
5 out of 5 stars
7 January, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Wow
I really like this product. At first I was skeptical, but it rinses off nicely. This is my new favorite.
4 out of 5 stars
12 December, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Better for oily skin
This charcoal containing remover works better for my super oily skin in comparison to original balm. I'm removing one star for incorrect description " for dry combination to oily skin". For dry or dry combination skin types try the original ( white) product
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
16 November, 2024Verified purchase
Great cleaner
Great product for sensitive skin
3 out of 5 stars
3 November, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Wanted to love this but it stains
I loved this product initially. It feels nice on my skin and takes off a day of heavy makeup! It unfortunately also stained my bathroom counter tops. I have scrubbed them repeatedly and am left with ugly purple stains. I also had on a Samsung watch with a cream band that is permanently stained as well. Very upsetting.
5 out of 5 stars
21 August, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
My favorite makeup remover
This is my favorite makeup remover, and I am not on my way to trying the one without charcoal. I love this product because it eliminated the need to use wipes or cotton pads and can be simply washed off with water
5 out of 5 stars
5 August, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Perfect for summer
Love the way it tingles a touch as you massage it into your face. You can feel it . A deeper clean than the original
5 out of 5 stars
28 June, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Charcoal cleansing balm!!
I usually purchase the regular Take the Day Off cleansing balm but I decided to try this one with the charcoal.. I really love the way it makes my skin feel so soft and clean! This has actually helped my pores look better and I wasn't expecting to see a real difference between the 2 cleansing balm products. I have very large pores and this product has made the pores look smaller. I wish I had of tried it earlier because I really love this product! When I put it on I rub into my skin really good and leave it for a couple minutes then rinse my splashing water on to my face and follow with the jelly cleanser. I see some people just wipe off with a dry cloth. But I have sensitive skin so I always want to make sure I get it all off. It doesn't make a mess in the sink like some charcoal cleansers do. It rinses off nicely. This is my new favorite!
5 out of 5 stars
14 June, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Simple & So Clean!
I received a sample and at first thought this wouldn't be a great option for my oily skin, however, I was so excited to find out how great this product is! The container makes it easy to grab the perfect amount and a little goes a long way. I like to put it on before my shower and rub it in, allowing it to dissolve the make up. Then a few quick wipes and a pump of my oily skin liquid soap and I feel so clean and ready for my clarifying lotion 4 and my DD gel! I am really excited that this was a new offering. I'd love to see it available in a travel size more often, as I travel for work and the larger jar is a bit bulky for travel.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
4 June, 2024Verified purchase
Great makeup balm
Love using this to take off my makeup. I use a makeup eraser cloth to wipe it off and follow up with a gentle cleanser. Perfect way to take off my makeup without breaking out.
1 out of 5 stars
10 April, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Horrible Product
I received this as a free sample. After using just one time I had an allergic reaction all around my eyes.
1 out of 5 stars
21 March, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
This was horrible option
I received a trial size of the charcoal remover and decided to try it. First, it smelled of petroleum, a very chemical smell, and stained my washcloth when I wanted to remove it. I cannot think of ever using this product when so many other options are available.
1 out of 5 stars
2 March, 2024
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/
Don't bother, not worth the $$.
The review system won't let me give it NO stars, which is what it deserves. Thank goodness I didn't actually pay $$ for it, but rec'd it as a sample. It's messy to use, takes a ton of tissues to wipe off (not good for the environment), didn't remove all my eye makeup and irritated my eyes (despite the claim that it is good for sensitive skin and eyes). If you want a good eye makeup remover, stick with the tried & true Take the Day Off Makeup Remover for Lids, Lashes & Lips.
5 out of 5 stars
24 February, 2024
originally posted on Clinique UK
Absolutely fantastic
Started using this as oil free miscellar cleanser discontinued. It is easy to use and melts on your skin, all makeup and SPF removed , it is not drying at all. I use with the little Clinique cloths which wash clean. Considering I have rosacea and am sensitive there is no reaction at all just nice smooth skin. Thank you