What Is A Clay Mask?

Like any type of face mask, these products are used to deeply treat the skin's condition. Clay being a natural mineral, it has a negative pH which is the complete opposite of our skin.

Acting like a magnet to oil and impurities found on the skin's surface.

Why Use A Clay Mask?

Known for treating oily skin, but not only. They can help prevent mild forms of acne (pimples, blackheads, etc) with amazing absorbing skills by absorbing the excess oil. Finding more and more talents for the different types of clay such as helping treat dermatitis, eczema, diaper rash & even dry skin. Keep reading to know our picks for the Best Clay Masks that work.

Clay Talk

• Kaolin clay: A gentle clay that is ideal for sensitive skin. It has powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Bentonite Clay: This acne-fighting clay is ideal for oily skin. Absorbing toxins from the skin it fights bacteria, fungus and impurities.
• Fuller’s earth clay: The most powerful absorbing clay. Sensitive skins avoid it. Strongly absorbs impurities and dirt from your pores. Use once/ week maximum.
• Pink clay: A mix of white & red clay, it deeply cleanses the skin causing no irritations. This clay refines and brightens.

Below are our picks for the Best Clay Masks For Deep Cleansing The Skin that works:

1) Omorovicza Deep Cleansing Mask

For What Skin Types? For oily/ combined skin.

Key Ingredients: White clay & Hungarian Moor Mud.

Key Benefits: It cleanses, reduces pores & hydrates.

Results: Clearer, firmer and soft skin.

2) Valmont Purifying Mask Pack

For What Skin Types? Imperfection-prone skin.

Key Ingredients: Black silt & Burdock extract.

Key Benefits: It gently purifies, balances & smoothes skin texture.

Results: Refined, ratified & bright skin.

3) Sisley Radiant Glow Express Mask

For What Skin Types? All skin types.

Key Ingredients: White + red clay & carrot.

Key Benefits: It cleanses impurities whilst targeting dull, irregular skin.

Results: Toned, hydrated, smooth.

4) Chantecaille Detox Clay Mask

For What Skin Types? Normal to dry skin.

Key Ingredients: Kaolin clay & honey.

Key Benefits: Rebalance moisture, reduces pores & soothe irritations.

Results: Calms breakouts, smoothes & brightens skin.

5) ReVive Masque De Glaise Purifying Clay Mask

For What Skin Types? Normal to oily skin.

Key Ingredients: kaolin & Bentonite clay.

Key Benefits: Purifying, it targets redness and dehydrated skin.

Results: Firmer, moisturized and rejuvenated skin.

6) Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask

For What Skin Types? Normal to Oily skin.

Key Ingredients: Amazonian White Clay & aloe vera.

Key Benefits: It unclogs pores, reducing blackheads & detoxifying skin.

Results: Imperfections are minimized and skin is refreshed & balanced.

7) Dr. Barbara Sturm Clarifying Mask

For What Skin Types? Oily to acne-prone skin.

Key Ingredients: Balloon Vine, Zinc & Kaolin Clay.

Key Benefits: Boosts the moisture barrier & absorbs excess sebum.

Results: Moisturized, less oily & clearer skin.

8) Charlotte Tilbury Goddess Skin Clay Mask

For What Skin Types? All skin types.

Key Ingredients: Spanish Clay and Sweet Almond Oil.

Key Benefits: It brightens, plump's & softens the skin

Results: Fine lines & pores reduced brighter skin.

9) Youth To the People Superclay Purify + Clear Power Mask with Niacinamide

For What Skin Types? Imperfection-prone skin.

Key Ingredients: French green + white clay & Niacinamide.

Key Benefits: Detoxifies, exfoliates and tightens pores.

Results: Clears pores, evens skin tone & breakouts.

10) StriVectin Multi-Action Blue Rescue Clay Renewal Mask

For What Skin Types? Normal to mature skin.

Key Ingredients: White clay & blue algae.

Key Benefits: Targets signs of ageing, and fatigue. Respects moisture.

Results: Comfortable, smooth & nourished skin.

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Hyaluronic Acid helps reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles retaining moisture to the skin, creating a plumping effect. When the skin is protected and hydrated, increased skin cell production can take place, as the skin isn't busy fighting for hydration. This leads to smoother, plumper skin cells. That means apart for providing all the above benefits, it is also good for healing burns, dry skin, and more.

StriVectin Hyaluronic Gel Cushion Cleanser is a silky, lightweight cleansing gel that removes makeup and impurities while replenishing skin with essential hydration. This refreshing, cooling formula leaves skin super soft, supple and visibly plumped with a cushion of moisture.  I prefer to use it as my second cleanse during the evening and first cleanse in the morning. It feels very luxurious on the skin. My skin feels very soft and smooth after using it. There is a subtle glow on the skin, skin feels nourished, comfortable and fresh, ready for the next step in the skincare routine. It is safe to be used even on the eye area.

StriVectin Tri-Phase Daily Glow Toner is a blend of skin-loving acids and nourishing botanical extracts to smooth, hydrate and brighten for a radiant, lit-from-within glow. I have used it a few times and it did not irritate my skin, felt gentle on my skin, I make sure to shake the bottle before applying it. I use it on my clean dry skin, my skin looks brighter, smooth, and hydrated, it did not dry my skin.

StriVectin Hyaluronic Tripeptide Gel-Cream for eyes is a new eye cream which helps with the fine lines and dark circles. This swirled, dual-phase eye gel-cream intensely hydrates and corrects visible signs of ageing while neutralizing the visible effects of Blue Light. The texture of the cream is just so lush, the swirled fluffy light texture is very hydrating, gives a cooling effect, and after few days of regular use, I have noticed my eye area is brighter, supple, and fine lines which have started to peek are less visible. Once I apply the eye cream, it absorbs quickly and the after-feel of the eye area is so silky to touch, without any residue. This is definitely a keeper in my skincare routine.

StriVectin is available in Canada at Shoppers Drug Mart and beautyboutique.ca

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StriVectin Blue Rescue Clay Renewal Mask is a massage activated, color transforming clay mask. This is not my first massage activated color transforming clay mask, I have used one in the past and really like the concept. With the massage, first there is a physical exfoliation, and then the color of the mask changes from white to blue. Any typical clay mask might dry the skin, but I did not feel any dryness on my skin neither any irritation with this mask and the exfoliation.

My skin feels nourished, hydrated, balanced with the small pore size, comfortable, and radiant. This is exactly what I expect from a mask, especially for my combination skin. I did feel it helped my congestion clear out fast. I did test this mask for over few weeks sometimes weekly or bi-weekly.

The formula is encapsulated Blue Algae Extract and pigments activate upon application, transforming from white to ocean blue color as it renews skin and boosts radiance. To use, apply evenly to clean, dry skin avoiding the eye area. Gently massage in a circular motion until the mask transforms from white to blue. Leave on for 10 minutes, then rinse off thoroughly and follow with the rest of your routine.

Skin Reset 4-week Intensive Rejuvenation System is a skincare system designed to reboot, rejuvenate and get skin back on track in just 4 weeks. It includes four unique serums, each with their own targeted technology to address a core factor of skin aging and fatigue. ‘Brand's patented formula for skin strengthening NIA-114™ and performance enhancing peptides infused throughout, these four laser-focused formulas work together with sequential synergy to “reset” skin, leaving it strong, resilient and youthful-looking.' As you see in the pictures, there are four bottles in the system that are color coded to be used as described,

• WEEK 1: rebuild by restoring optimal, lasting hydration – visible luminous, hydrated skin, signs of dullness and fatigue are eliminated as hydration levels improve.
• WEEK 2: boost skin to improve elasticity & visibly relax fine lines and wrinkles – Skin feels softer, smoother and more nourished.
• WEEK 3: balance skin for a radiant, even-toned complexion – skin feels firmer and more toned.
• WEEK 4: restore resiliency & improve the look of sagging skin & deep wrinkles – skin will appear smooth, soft & plump, healthy-looking tone and texture, and totally rejuvenated results.

To use, over the month, each week’s Reset serum formula is to be used as the daily serum—after cleansing and before moisturizing. At the end of four weeks, regular skincare routine can be resumed but is recommended to stick to the routine. I have not used this system for the time recommended, which is 28 days continuously but my initial thoughts for the few days, I went up to completing over 2 weeks and moving on to the third week now. Based on my skin's needs, like congestion I do add up toner or layer the serums. I have both the new launches from the brand in my skincare routine and really liking the results.

StriVectin is available in Canada at Shoppers Drug Mart and beautyboutique.ca

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