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Detox Clay Mask
Last updated: March 2026
The Detox Clay Mask is a treatment step rather than a daily product. Used two to three times per week, it addresses the congestion and oil regulation that daily cleansing alone cannot fully resolve, particularly for men with oily skin, enlarged pores, or recurring breakouts. Kaolin and Bentonite clays form the base of the formula. These are negatively charged minerals that attract and bind the positively charged impurities, excess oil, and toxins sitting in the pore. During the 10 to 15 minute application period they draw this material to the surface where it is removed when the mask is rinsed. The physical extraction effect of clay is immediate and visible after a single use. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) works simultaneously during the mask application to address the underlying causes of congestion and oiliness. It moderates sebaceous activity, reducing the rate of oil production that causes pores to stretch and fill with sebum. It also inhibits melanin transfer to the skin surface, which over time reduces post-breakout marks and uneven pigmentation. Clinical research using 5% Niacinamide twice daily showed statistically significant reductions in sebum excretion rate and pore size over twelve weeks. Zinc Oxide provides additional antibacterial and oil-absorbing action during the application. Charcoal Powder adds further adsorption capacity, binding impurities in the pore alongside the clay. Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract contributes antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory compounds. The mask has a subtle eucalyptus and clay scent. It tightens as it dries, which is the normal response to the clay absorbing moisture and oil from the skin. Paraben-free, sulphate-free, silicone-free. Vegan friendly.
Scent: French green clay helps draw out impurities in the skin whilst the oils, shea butter and aloe vera help soothe and protect the skin from becoming dehydrated or irritated. Our powerful clay soaks up excess oil that may clog pores or lead to acne and imperfections. Doubling as a powerful, deep cleanser that helps to balance skin pH levels. *Everyone's skin is different so results may vary. Sorry guys, our legal team made us write that...ugh
This product is not 100% natural. It is paraben-free, sulphate-free, silicone-free, and vegan friendly.
Key Active Ingredients
Activated Charcoal
Draws out impurities and toxins from pores
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Refines pores and balances oil production
Kaolin and Bentonite Clay
Absorb excess oil without over-drying
Zinc Oxide
Calming and antibacterial
Eucalyptus
Cooling and invigorating
How To Use
After cleansing in the evening, apply an even layer of the mask across your face avoiding the eye area. Leave for 10 to 15 minutes while it dries. Do not leave on longer than 15 minutes, particularly if you have dry or sensitive skin. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Follow immediately with Daily Moisturiser. Use two to three times per week. Reduce to once weekly if your skin feels tight after use.
Best For
Oily, combination, and breakout-prone skin. Suitable for men dealing with enlarged pores, congestion, blackheads, or excess shine.
What To Expect
Pores look visibly cleaner and skin feels smoother immediately after the first use as the clay extracts surface congestion. After two to three weeks of twice-weekly use, oil production begins to moderate and the appearance of enlarged pores reduces progressively. After six to eight weeks of consistent use, breakout frequency typically reduces as the combination of regular clay extraction and Niacinamide oil regulation creates a less hospitable environment for breakout-causing bacteria.
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The Detox Clay Mask uses Kaolin and Bentonite clays to draw impurities from within the pore, combined with Niacinamide to improve skin tone and Activated Charcoal to detoxify. It is designed to be used one to two times per week, after cleansing, as a deep treatment that primes the skin for better absorption of what follows. That frequency is not a conservative suggestion. It is how clay masks work.
Kaolin and Bentonite draw out impurities through absorption. Used every day, they draw out everything, including the natural oils and lipids your skin barrier needs to function. Daily clay mask use triggers compensatory oil production in most men, making oily skin oilier and congestion worse. One to two times per week is the window where you get the benefit without the disruption.
Do not apply to sunburned, windburned, or actively irritated skin. Clay masks work by pulling material out of the pore and through the skin surface. On compromised skin, that same drawing action amplifies irritation rather than resolving it. Apply only when your skin is calm and intact.
If dry or dehydrated skin is your primary concern, a clay mask is not your starting point. The Kaolin and Bentonite in this formula are best matched to oily, combination, and congested skin. If your skin is dry, start with the Daily Moisturiser and Ultimate Serum for four to six weeks first. Once your skin's moisture barrier is functioning well, a weekly clay mask becomes a useful maintenance tool rather than a source of further dryness.
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