CLINIQUE TAKE THE DAY OFF CLEANSING BALM (CLAIM)
A lightweight makeup remover that goes on as a balm to milk to melt away all traces of make up.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE: a non-greasy moisturizing Ester with good readability and good solvency properties
SAFFLOWER OIL: It is hydrating to the skin, it is a non-comedogenic raw material obtained from the plants seeds
CAPRYLIC /CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE: an emollient with good spreading properties it promotes penetration and does not leave visible traces of oiliness on the skin.
PRICE $29
HOW TO USE IT
PM
I use it as my first cleanse to take off make up or oil/dirt from the day. I scoop about a dime size balm, massage it on my skin making sure to go from my neck up to my eyes and thoroughly spreading the balm turned oil at this point. I then take a little warm water in my palm and massage my skin which emulsifies (changes into a milky substance) the oil. Finally, I use a warm face cloth to wipe off the substance, leaving my skin prepped and ready for my second cleanse.
AM
In the AM, I follow the process to cleanse my face the only difference is I don’t have makeup on so I don’t have to worry about cleansing twice.
HOW LONG DID I TEST THE PRODUCT?
September 2016 to January 2017
FRAGRANCE
Unscented
SKIN TYPE
All skin types and all ethnicities
PACKAGING
It comes in a lavender plastic jar with a screw on top. It is very secure and I did not have issues with spills. My preference is usually a pump dispenser which Clinique has a take the day of cleansing milk may be a better alternative for me but I would have to test it out and get back to you
REPURCHASE: Yes, I just bought another jar.
RATING
5/5
CONCLUSION
Pro
- It loves the texture. It is smooth, spreads easily, pretty much feel like butter on your skin.
- Take make up off better than using make up wipes
- It does not leave your skin feeling greasy instead your skin feels slightly moisturized
- It does not sting, burn or irritated your skin.
- Price: more affordable than other balms
- Personally, love the fact that it is fragrance free, which leaves less room for skin irritation to fragrance or essential oils.
- No negative reaction to this product. It did not break me out or leave any irritation on my skin.
- A little goes a long way so this balm could last you a long time.
- It is available wherever there is a Clinique stand which is pretty much worldwide
Cons
- None for now. I plan to review the take the day off cleansing milk in a pump dispenser so until then the verdict is out on which packaging is better.
Have a great weekend
Bebe