7 Face Masks to Keep Your Oil Production in Check

“Featuring Amazonian white clay, this popular mask is ideal for oily skin that needs extra TLC loosening and sweeping away debris, unclogging pores, and softening skin,” explains Dr. Sobel. “White clay is a powerful skincare ingredient that works to purify and rejuvenate skin.” Clay also acts as an exfoliant by gently removing the top layer of dead skin cells, leaving skin healthy and glowing.

This 30-second beta-hydroxy-acid (BHA) peel contains a high level of vitamin C to exfoliate for skin clarity. “Salicylic acid, yuzu oil, Kakadu plum, and lycopene extracts unclog pores, brighten complexion, and revitalize skin,” adds Dr. Sobel. He also notes that it’s ideal for those with oily skin who want quick exfoliation with an all-natural enzyme peel.

Jeju volcanic ash is the key ingredient for oily skin because of its abilities to exfoliate deep within the pores. The mud mask will leave you detoxified with fresh and clear skin.  Cue: OutKast’s “So Fresh, So Clean.” 

The drugstore face mask is ideal for those wanting to get rid of oil and shine on a budget. Willow bark will keep your t-zone dry, while also working to hydrate the skin.  

Umbrian Clay works overtime to purify the skin and reveal less visible pores. Chamomile flower and Lavender water soothe irritated skin so you don’t have to worry about dryness. 

The astringent-based clay mask is ideal for troubled skin, or as a spot treatment for blemishes. Use the mask twice-weekly on freshly cleansed skin for fifteen minutes to reveal a more even skin tone. 

Just add water. You mix Dr. Hauschka’s Clarifying Clay Mask in the palm of your hands before putting in on. The nice thing is that you can balance the thickness of the magic potion by adding more or less water. It’s deep cleaning and hydrating without any fuss or frills.