Fresh Umbrian Clay Purifying Mask 3.3oz (100ml)

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The hero is, of course, kaolin clay to decongest, but there's also a very potent blend of exfoliating acids in there, including glycolic, lactic and salicylic. This face scrub starts as a powder and then transforms into a fluffy foam when you mix it with water, making it a safe bet for skin that’s prone to redness or irritation.

A blend of kaolin and bentonite clays come together in this face mask to absorb excess oil, while hydrators like aloe vera and allantoin work to soothe and moisturize your skin. This means that they function to promote exfoliation by loosening the topmost layer of dead skin, helping to even out skin tone and reducing textural irregularities,” he adds.Look for masks that contain sulphur, which not only deep cleans but also has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties," says Kerr.

She was pleasantly surprised by how easy and mess-free the removal process was, despite the mask being jet-black in color. We also appreciate this formula on its own can help to improve various forms of acne, like whiteheads and raised blemishes, in addition to blackheads. Put simply: InStyle Picks are products we love, and we've put them to the test to be sure you will too. If you’re looking to spend a little more, the Tatcha The Clarifying Clay Mask is an all-in-one mask that warms on contact with the skin, opening pores, absorbing excess oil, gently exfoliating, and decongesting skin without irritation.Melanie Grant is a celebrity facialist, esthetician, and founder of Melanie Grant Skin Health, a clinic with outposts in Australia and Los Angeles.

While sometimes a great moisturiser for oily skin is all I need to keep things in check, other times it feels like I can try every skincare product I own, only to be left needing to resort to prescription acne treatments. Smooth a thin layer over clean skin, let it sit for 10 minutes, and the formula will cut back on excess shine, minimize the appearance of your pores, and even soothe redness and inflammation (shout out green tea). Read our editorial guidelines to learn more about how we keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy.Personally, when my nose is looking speckled with blackheads, this is the only thing I've ever found to work instantly. It isn’t rough or coarse on your skin at all; it just feels like a hug for your face,” explains our tester. The longer she kept the mask on, the tighter and drier it felt, but she was able to talk, laugh and move her face. Our tester notes that because this product didn’t have the classic “tingly” sensation of most clay masks, she missed out on the “feeling” of it working. There’s also the added benefit of hyaluronic acid, a humectant that increases skin moisture, resulting in a plumper, more supple complexion.