Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover, 3.8 oz — Balm-to-Oil, Fragrance-Free Cleanse

Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm is a silky solid-to-oil cleanser that dissolves long-wear makeup, waterproof eye products and sunscreen without heavy residue.

This lightweight, balm-to-oil formula from Clinique melts on contact to lift away face and eye makeup, sunscreen, and environmental grime. Formulated with safflower seed oil (rich in linoleic acid), it transforms from a smooth balm into an emollient oil that rinses clean, leaving skin feeling soft rather than stripped. Clinique’s fragrance-free, allergy-tested approach makes this a go-to option for many skin types seeking a thorough but gentle evening cleanse.

How does the balm remove stubborn makeup and sunscreen?

When massaged into dry skin, the solid balm becomes an oil that breaks down pigments, waterproof formulas and sunscreen binders. The lipid-friendly safflower seed oil helps dissolve oil-based products while maintaining the skin’s natural moisture balance. It then emulsifies and rinses clean with water, helping avoid greasy residue.

• Solid balm melts to oil on contact for effective makeup breakdown.
• Safflower seed oil targets oil-based sunscreens and longwear foundations.
• Emulsifies with water to rinse off fully without heavy film.

Will this makeup remover work around the eyes and on sensitive skin?

Clinique designed this remover to be gentle enough for eye areas while powerful enough to dissolve long-wearing eye makeup. It is ophthalmologist tested and fragrance-free, reducing irritation risk for sensitive eyes and skin. Still, avoid direct eye contact and rinse if irritation occurs.

• Ophthalmologist tested and safe for sensitive eyes when used as directed.
• Fragrance-free and allergy-tested to minimize sensitivity reactions.
• Gently lifts mascara and eyeliner without excessive rubbing.

How do I use the Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm in my routine?

Use it as the first step in a double-cleanse or as a single-step evening cleanser depending on your preferences. Scoop a small amount, massage onto dry skin to dissolve makeup, then add water to emulsify and rinse thoroughly. Follow with a water-based cleanser if you prefer a deeper pore cleanse.

• Apply to dry face, massage to transform balm into an oil.
• Add water to emulsify, then rinse or remove with a soft cloth.
• Optional: follow with a foaming or gel cleanser for double-cleansing.

What are the product’s key features and safety assurances?

The formula emphasizes effective removal with a lightweight, silky texture and a dermatologist-guided philosophy. Clinique reports over 95% removal of longwear foundation, hybrid sunscreens and common pollutants in testing. The product is dermatologist tested, allergy tested and 100% fragrance-free.

• Silky balm-to-oil texture that rinses clean without tightness.
• Contains safflower seed oil to help dissolve makeup and support skin softness.
• Dermatologist tested, allergy tested, fragrance-free, suitable for most skin types.

Who is this for: Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm suits anyone who wears long-lasting makeup or frequent sunscreen and wants a reliable, non-irritating remover. It’s particularly useful for those who prefer an oil-based first cleanse but want a formula that rinses without heavy residue. If you have reactive or very acne-prone skin, patch-test first or consult your dermatologist, but many users with sensitive skin find this balm comfortable and effective.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Ethylhexyl Palmitate , Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil , Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride , Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate , Polyethylene , Peg-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate , WaterAquaEau , Tocopherol , Phenoxyethanol 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.