Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm

Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm is a balm-to-oil makeup remover made with Japanese charcoal. The listing says it dissolves face and eye makeup, including tenacious makeup, and sunscreen. Its fragrance-free, allergy-tested formula is presented as rinsing clean, while customer feedback is positive about cleansing but mixed on scent, colour and value.

At a glance

Solid balm transforms into an oil cleanser on application.
Made with Japanese charcoal. The listing claims it dissolves face and eye makeup and sunscreen.
Described as allergy tested, dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested and 100% fragrance free.
The listing says it rinses off without an oily or greasy residue.

Price

£20.67Save 39%

Reference price: ~~£34.00~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Balm-to-oil format offers a solid cleanser that changes texture during application.
Fragrance-free and tested by dermatologists and ophthalmologists, according to the listing.
Customer feedback reports effective removal of waterproof mascara and daily grime, with some saying a little product goes a long way.

Cons

The charcoal formula is black, a colour some customers say they dislike.

Technical specifications

2 specifications

Identity
Brand	Clinique

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	9 x 9 x 6.3 cm; 230 g

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The cleanser is described as fragrance free, but customer feedback is mixed on whether it has a noticeable or unpleasant smell. Customer opinions are also mixed about value and residue, so these experiences may differ from the listing's claims of a clean rinse without greasy residue.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People seeking a balm cleanser for removing makeup and sunscreen.
Makeup wearers looking for a fragrance-free cleanser that is tested for use around the eyes, as stated in the listing.

Less suited to

Anyone who would rather avoid a black-coloured cleanser.
Buyers who need customer experiences to confirm a particular scent, residue level or value expectation.

Clinique Take The Day Off Charcoal Cleansing Balm · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 342 ratings

5 stars71%71%
4 stars12%12%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars3%3%
1 star6%6%

Customer feedback highlights makeup removal, including waterproof mascara, and some users say their skin feels clean without feeling dry. Feedback also describes the formula as gentle and says a little can go a long way. Opinions differ on scent, residue and value, and some dislike the black colour. These reports are useful context for a charcoal balm whose listed claims include fragrance-free formulation and a clean rinse, but they do not establish how it will feel for every user.

Positive themes

Customers report effective removal of waterproof mascara and daily grime.
Some customers describe the cleanser as gentle and say it does not irritate their skin.
Some customers say a small amount goes a long way.

Negative themes

Some customers dislike the black colour.

Mixed feedback

Customer opinions differ on scent, residue and value for money.

Frequently asked questions

What does the balm claim to remove?

The listing says it dissolves face and eye makeup, including tenacious makeup, and sunscreen. Customer feedback also mentions waterproof mascara and daily grime.

How does the balm change when used?

It is described as a solid balm that transforms into an oil cleanser when applied.

Is the cleanser fragrance free?

The listing describes it as 100% fragrance free. Customer feedback is mixed about whether the product has a noticeable or unpleasant smell.

Does it leave an oily residue?

The listing claims it rinses off without oily or greasy residue. Customer feedback on residue is mixed.