Dr. Jeanette Graf is a board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Mt Sinai School of Medicine. In today’s cosmetology pink clay assists in cleansing and removing excess skin sebum, clearing and minimizing pores, whitening skin, smoothing fine wrinkles, oxygenating skin, reducing inflammation and allergies, and many, many other uses.

Same as mask for dry skin, but instead of milk and sour cream, add 2 table spoons of low fat yogurt. Caitlyn Martyn is an experienced beauty writer and product tester specializing in cosmetics. She has been a staff writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty and fashion. She has used several clay masks over the years, including some on this list from brands like Olehenriksen, L’Oréal, Glow Recipe, and Youth to the People. I love this product for dry skin and as a 20 minute hair/scalp mask in the bath on damp hair. Ive used it for 2 years once per week and my hair is in the best condition it’s ever been in. I personally think it’s down to the ingredients making your scalp healthy as apposed to fixing your actual hair. I also know people with psoriasis that this has done wonders for. Upon application, the mask felt comfortable. As it dried, our tester noted that it got tighter and tighter, but never to the point where she felt like she couldn’t move. Once dried (around the 10-minute mark), it washed off easily and left her skin looking “brighter and cleaner than before application.”From white clay and red clay to green clay and pink clay – there's a plethora of choices out there. But how do you figure out which one is right for you? We've put together a comprehensive edit of all the best options available now. We've also answered some of your FAQs and made sure to include a range of options to suit all budgets, preferences and skin types. Clearer skin is just one step away – enjoy. Are clay masks suitable for all skin types? If you are into homemade products, then keep scrolling – I have amazing recipes for you that are easy to make.

Did you know? Clay masks have been used for thousands of years! It’s thought that Roman spas used clay around 4000 years ago and Cleopatra used clay from the Nile almost 2000 years ago. If it’s good enough for Cleo, it’s good enough for us! Pink Clay Benefits Do not dilute pink clay in metal bowls. You can use glass, wood, silicone or even plastic (though not recommended) container.

What is Pink Clay?

Whether skin is on the drier or oilier side, Pink Clay is multitalented, working to draw out impurities without stripping the skin’s natural oils. It gently sloughs away dead skin cells and absorbs excess oils without being dehydrating. Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections - they may also appear in recommendations and other places. You can use pink clay masks 2 times a week. However, if you have dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin, do not use this mask more than 1 time a week. And alway apply moisturizer after washing mask off. Treated myself to the pink clay kit on a whim and I love it. The whole kit feels special - a little bit of self indulgent pampering! That doesn’t mean clay is going anywhere, though, and this shift toward less severe forms of skin purification has lent itself to the rise of a different kind of detoxifyer. Enter: pink clay, the milder skincare clay featured in Rose Inc’s brand new Skin Resolution Clarifying Toner .

Pink clay is actually suitable for any skin type, but people with sensitive skin especially praise this type of clay for being so gentle and delicate with already problematic and troubled skin. We recommend masking once a week if you have dry-normal skin and up to twice a week if you have an oily complexion White clay (like the clay in Mario Badescu’s Super Collagen Mask) works well with all skin types—especially mature skin. “White clay draws out excess oils and dirt,” she says. “It’s a gentle exfoliant that refines the surface of the skin and works to reduce pore size.” To note: Kaolin clay is a type of white clay. Kaolin and bentonite clays absorb excess oil and reduce impurities,” explains Dr. Graf, which is why we love this mask from Origins that contains both. To simultaneously exfoliate, smooth, and decongest, you won’t regret giving this one a try. This pretty pink mask is formulated with clay (obviously), exfoliating jojoba beads, and soothing willowherb. The gritty little beads gently exfoliate the surface of the skin, while the willowherb and two types of clay work to restore and clarify. Our tester, who regularly uses a mask in her skincare routine, was surprised by how refreshing this mask felt, calling it a “deep cleanse.” After use, her skin felt clean and smooth. It’s also worth noting that the mask comes in a hygienic squeeze tube that deposits the mask into your hands, preventing contamination from grubby fingers. Hydrogel Facial and Body Mask. Peel-off Jelly Modeling Rubber Mask with Mixing Bowl and Spatula. Rose, Lavender, Matcha

How to Use a Pink Clay Mask

INGREDIENTS Aqua, Kaolin (Natural Clay), Bentonite, Propanediol, Glycerin, Parfum, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Anisate, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Croton Lechleri Resin (Dragon’s Blood) Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid, CI 17200. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Why we love it: Made with broccoli seed oil, spinach, kale and spirulina, this green clay mask is proven to rid you of dead skin and clogged pores. It also offers a pleasant, cooling sensation once applied. What more could you want? The huge advantage of pink clay masks is that they can produce instant results with the very first application. So, if you are anticipating an important event or a date, this mask will help you look your best in a short period of time.