Japanese charcoal for skin
Japanese charcoal is a purifying ingredient that helps remove excess oil, dirt and other impurities from the skin. Clinique uses finely milled charcoal sourced from Japanese Ubame oak wood to help deeply cleanse skin and unclog pores.
Why your skin needs it
Ideal for oilier or congested skin types, Japanese charcoal helps purify by lifting away excess oil, dirt, and debris. Its deep‑cleansing action helps unclog pores, refine texture, and promote a clearer, more balanced complexion.
The Clinique expertise
Clinique has infused this detoxifying ingredient into our bestselling cleansing balm to create Take The Day Off™ Charcoal Cleansing Balm. The formula gently removes even long‑wear and waterproof makeup while the charcoal helps purify the skin—making it a perfect choice for those who struggle with oiliness or pore congestion.
How Clinique uses Japanese charcoal
Clinique combines Japanese charcoal with safflower seed oil in Take The Day Off™ Charcoal Cleansing Balm. The silky balm dissolves long-wearing makeup, SPF and pollutants while helping detoxify and unclog pores.
What you’ll see on the ingredient list
Charcoal Powder
Japanese Charcoal
Charcoal
Skin concerns
· Oiliness
· Congested pores
· Dullness
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FAQs
4 Questions
What is Japanese charcoal in skincare?
Japanese charcoal is a purifying form of charcoal used to help remove excess oil, dirt and impurities. Clinique sources its finely milled charcoal from Japanese Ubame oak wood.
What does Japanese charcoal do for skin?
Japanese charcoal helps deeply cleanse skin, draw out excess oil and remove debris that can clog pores.
Is Japanese charcoal good for oily skin?
Japanese charcoal is particularly suited to oily and combination skin because it helps remove excess oil and deeply cleanse pores.
Can Japanese charcoal help unclog pores?
Yes. Clinique uses Japanese charcoal in a cleansing balm designed to help detoxify and unclog pores by clearing dirt, oil, pollution and other impurities.
The Clinique Formula: Performance, Safety, Science
Clinique launched the first-ever line of dermatologist-developed skin care in 1968. The promise: to deliver effective, safe, clinically proven formulas that create great skin. We avoid using allergens, irritants and ingredients in ways that could potentially harm your skin.
Proven results are from how multiple ingredients are combined using the latest scientific breakthroughs to achieve maximum results without irritation. As science evolves, we continuously re-examine ingredients with our researchers, formulators, clinicians, and guiding board-certified dermatologists.
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