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You can barely scroll through Instagram without seeing a beauty influencer smearing a pink clay mask on their face.
Pink clay masks have exploded in popularity and so many brands have created their own version of this cult beauty product.
WATCH: Noah Centineo Tries Using A Face Mask For The First Time.
Why pink clay?
Pink clay works well for all skin types but it is particularly great for those with dry and sensitive complexions.
Pink clay also works wonders on acne, irritation, and inflammation – basically it’s a lifesaver for stressed-out skin!
When the clay is applied to the skin, it works to draw out toxins, remove dead skin cells and improve elasticity – this is thanks to its huge quantities of iron, silica, and calcite.
In short, it’s pretty damn good for your skin – no matter what your skin concern is.
What about the other types of clay masks?
There are a bunch of other clay-based masks on the market that are just as good but have different functions.
French Green Clay
French Green Clay is great for combination or oily skin as it soaks up excess oil on the skin, while also tightening pores and evening out skin tones.
Bentonite Clay
Bentonite clay is greyish in colour and is great for all complexions. This clay is also great for deeply cleansing pores as it has electrical properties that activate with water. Basically, once water is added the molecules in the clay change to attract bacteria and impurities – much like a magnet.
Rassoul Clay
This clay is mined from the Atlas Mountains in Morocco and is perfect for drawing out blackheads and rejuvenating dry and dull skin, which is quite rare for a clay mask, as they are often known for being drying.
The best Pink Clay Masks on the market
These are the pink clay masks that we love to use…
Body Blendz
Diminish hyperpigmentation and acne scarring, brighten and improve skin texture with this Face and Chest Pink Clay Mask. The formula combines Witch Hazel Extract to cleanse, tighten pores and dry out oil with Green Tea extract known for its antioxidant tonifying and protective properties.
Body Blendz Face and Chest Pink Clay Mask, $49.99 at Body Blendz
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask
This French brand is one of the best beauty exports to come out of the baguette loving country. The mask is perfect for all skin types, ages and it works calmly to remove blackheads and dullness. It achieves this through unclogging pores to give new life to your skin complexion.
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask, $46.00 at Sephora.
Sand & Sky
If you haven’t seen this pink clay mask being advertised on social media, where have you been? This Australian beauty brand launch in April last year and they sold a whopping 60,000 jars in the first three months! Cray.
Australian Pink Clay Porefining Face Mask, $60.90 at Sand & Sky.
Alya Skin
This little pot of magic is vegan and animal cruelty-free and it pretty much does what it says on the tin. It helps to tighten your pores while also detoxifying and brightening your skin.
Australian Pink Clay Mask, $49.95 at Alya Skin and Active Skin
Sukin
Sukin is a fantastic Australian beauty company that makes everything from body wash to face serums and they have also jumped on the pink clay bandwagon. This mask contains no mineral oils, petroleum, parabens, sulfates or animal products. It gently extracts impurities and pollutants to leave you with soft and radiant skin. And last but not least, it’s super budget-friendly!
Pink Clay Facial Masque Sensitive, $19.95 at Sukin.
Generation Clay Purifying Pink Clay Mask
Filled with Kakadu plum, Bentonite Clay, Old Man Weed, and Aloe Vera, this pink clay mask soothes, brightens, refines and purifies skin and you only need to leave it on for 10 minutes. Talk about hard working!
Generation Clay Purifying Pink Clay Mask, $33.95 at Beauty Bay.
Skin Republic Pink Clay Mud Mask
When you can’t be bothered to muck around with a clay mask, this sheet mask is the next best thing and it’s truly amazing. There’s no mess with this Korean face mask, just pop it on your face and leave it for 10 minutes. In a short time, this sheet mask will draw out dirt and impurities without leaving your skin dry.
Skin Republic Pink Clay Mid Sheet Mask, $6.46 at Big W.
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