5 Clay Masks for Your Next Self-Care Sunday

In addition to sheet masks and overnight masks, clay masks deserve a place in your routine. We love them for their ability to unclog pores and brighten skin’s appearance. They’re especially perfect for giving yourself a DIY facial on a self-care Sunday. From cult-favorite options that detoxify to a splurge-worthy pick that hydrates, keep reading for our favorite clay masks.

Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask

This mask is formulated with Amazonian white clay and aloe to help refine skin and remove impurities. Apply it to damp skin and let it work its magic in just a few minutes.

L’Oréal Paris Detox & Brighten Charcoal Clay Face Mask

Make skin appear more glowing and luminous with this purifying charcoal mask. The creamy consistency won’t dry out your skin, but will leave it feeling squeaky clean. 

Vichy Pore Purifying Clay Face Mask

One of the things we love most about Vichy is that its products are made with mineralizing thermal water that strengthens the skin’s moisture barrier. This mask also features bentonite and kaolin clays to absorb excess sebum and impurities. It has also been tested on sensitive skin. 

Lancôme Pure Empreinte Masque Purifying Mineral Mask

Short on time? Try this five-minute kaolin clay mask from Lancôme that removes excess oils and leaves skin looking clean and refined.

Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Mask

Oftentimes clay masks get a bad rap for drying out the skin, but this formula offers an instant boost of moisture while also unclogging pores with clay. It’s made with aloe vera and chamomile to soothe your skin and kaolin clay to leave your complexion looking smooth and feeling soft. 

Photo: Chaunte Vaughn

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