9 Best Clay Masks To Keep Oily Skin And Clogged Pores At Bay

Probably the first choice that pops into everyone's head when asked about clay masks! The Innisfree Super Volcanic Clay Mask is the ultimate product for clogged pores. It deeply cleanses and exfoliates, controls excess oil production, and soothes the skin. The mask is grey in colour with a rich and thick consistency that's super easy to use. The formula contains Jeju volcanic clusters and spheres that absorb up to 98 per cent sebum after just one use. It's great for people with oily skin and makes for a perfect mask to apply on your self-care Sunday.

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Recommended For: Pores, excess oil, and blackheads

This Korean brand has recently come on our radar, and it's safe to say that we are impressed. This Cherry Blossom Brightening Clay Mask has cherry blossom, grapefruit, pearl extract, and liquorice root, all packed with antioxidants in an ultra-thin and smooth consistency. The kaolin clay is a game changer for oily skin, as it absorbs excess oil and impurities and rejuvenates troubled skin. It also unclogs pores, leading to fewer breakouts. It also has glycerin, which leaves the skin plump, glowy, and nourished. The best part, however, is the price point!

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Recommended For: Skin brightening, soothing, hydration

If you are looking for a derma-certified brand that is toxin free and purely vegan, you must check out XYST. We loved their Activated Charcoal + Kaolin clay face mask for how refreshing it is, while combining the detoxifying powers of activated charcoal with the soothing properties of kaolin clay. We love the rich, creamy texture of the mask that makes it easy to apply and remove, while the subtle scent is both refreshing and calming. It also gets points for how it also hydrates and helps reduce dark spots.

Nykaa Rating: 4/5 

Recommended For: Oily, acne prone skin, prevents dullness. 

Bagging the award for being one of the best clay masks available, Dot & Key Anti-Acne Salicylic Green Clay Face Mask is great for someone who has acne-prone oily skin. We're in love with the non-comedogenic formula, which is perfect for sensitive skin. The mask contains a punch of super cica, salicylic acid, matcha green tea, and French green clay, all of which work together to calm redness and inflammation, heal active acne, prevent acne-causing bacteria, and unclog and refine pores. Just ten minutes with this mask, and you will see immediate results of more healthy, glowy-looking skin, perfect for weekend self-care rituals. 

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Recommended For: Acne-free, clear and matte skin

Another gem for folks with sensitive skin is Dr. Sheth's Passion Fruit & Sulphur Mask, which is enriched with Bentonite and Kaolin clay. The passion fruit has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, detoxifies the skin, unclogs the pores, and prohibits the production of excess sebum production. Both Bentonite and Kaolin clay work to absorb all the oil, dirt, and impurities. The price is also super pocket-friendly and is a great choice for folks with acne-prone oily skin.

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Recommended For: Excess sebum control, detoxification of the skin, and soothing redness.

Pro-Tip: Check out our detailed review of Dr. Sheth's sunscreens here.

The Body Shop needs no introduction, known for its ethically sourced great-smelling skincare. All of their creations are vegan and cruelty-free, and we have been using their Tea Tree maks for as long as we can remember. It comes in a very sleek, convenient, tube packaging, that instantly delivers a cooling sensation that refreshes the skin, without drying it out. It visibly lightens the blemishes and is a great cleansing clay mask that is worth all the spending. 

Nykaa Rating: 4.4, based on 452 ratings and 114 reviews

Recommended For: Helping with blemishes, refreshed and clear-looking skin.

ThankYou Farmer is a Korean skincare brand that is supremely famous for its pure ingredients. We've tried and loved their sunscreen stick, and now are eyeing their Rice Clay Mask. The cool thing about this clay mask is that it's a two-in-one product that also works as a cleanser and is able to deeply clean the pores. It contains kaolin and bentonite clay, along with rice, quinoa, yulmu, and oat extracts that improve skin texture while removing any impurities. First use it as a mask and then lather it up with water to cleanse your face.

Nykaa Rating: 4.1/5 (based on 15 ratings and 3 reviews)

Recommended For: Excess oil absorption, removing impurities, and for preventing dullness.

With beautiful, minimal, pastel packaging and roots in Japanese heritage, ClayCo Purifying Matcha Clay Mask is a vegan and cruelty-free mask that needs to be on your radar. The antioxidant properties of matcha and three varieties of clay make your skin super lustrous and radiant, while the gentle formulation also evens out your skin tone, helps with blemishes, and leaves your skin with a natural glow. This clay mask also mildly exfoliates and is free from all kinds of parabens and sulfates. 

Nykaa Rating: 4.4/5 (based on 38 ratings)

Recommended For: Exfoliation, lightening of the blemishes, and has anti-aging properties.

Wild Organics is a brand that should not be slept on, especially for its clay masks. It comes in a concentrated powder form, which you have to mix with water or rose water to make a paste. The organic enzymes present work wondrously to remove dead skin cells and even stimulate the regeneration of damaged skin tissue. It naturally exfoliates the skin while also taking care of environmental stressors and other factors.

Nykaa Rating: 4.6/5 (based on 23 ratings and 4 reviews)

Recommended For: Damaged skin tissue and exfoliation