Skin So Clear™ Mineral Mask | Deep Cleansing Face Mask for Acne-Prone Skin

Your skin’s reset button — in a jar.

Step 1 of the Skin So Clear™ routine — and the foundation of the entire system. This deep-cleansing mineral mask is specially formulated for acne-prone, hormonal, oily, and blemish-prone skin, drawing out impurities and calming inflammation at the follicle level without stripping the skin dry. Customers call it “the best mask ever” and “a pimple buster” — and with a perfect 5-star rating, it’s easy to see why.

Bentonite Clay is a negatively charged volcanic mineral that ionically attracts and binds positively charged impurities, excess sebum, bacteria, and toxins within the pore — drawing them to the surface and away from the follicle as the mask dries. Unlike kaolin-only masks that primarily cleanse the surface, Bentonite penetrates deep into the pore lining, making it particularly effective for the type of deep congestion and cystic tendency associated with hormonal and acne-prone skin. Colloidal Silver (99.99% pure) provides sustained ionic antimicrobial action against Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes) while the mask is in contact with the skin, extending the purification beyond what clay alone can achieve.

Grapefruit Seed Extract (Citrus Paradisi) provides natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial and antioxidant preservation, while also delivering mild astringency to tighten and refine pores post-treatment. Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia) linalool calms inflammation and reduces post-mask redness. Clary Sage (Salvia Sclarea) regulates sebum production via sclareol — a phytoestrogen-like compound that is particularly effective for hormonal skin and cycle-related breakouts, making this mask one of the few truly hormonal-acne-targeted botanical treatments available. Bergamot (Citrus Aurantium Bergamia) delivers antiseptic linalyl acetate and limonene, brightening the complexion and targeting surface bacteria. Ylang Ylang (Cananga Odorata) geranyl acetate regulates sebum production at the follicle level, balances oiliness without over-drying, and provides mild antimicrobial action — particularly effective for oily and acne-prone skin types.

Free from: Parabens • Synthetic Fragrance • Sulfates • Benzoyl Peroxide • Mineral Oil • Artificial Colours • Petroleum Derivatives

Directions

1. Cleanse skin thoroughly — we recommend the Ylang Ylang Complexion Bar.
2. Apply a warm compress for 1–2 minutes to open pores and maximise clay penetration.
3. Apply a layer thick enough to fill and cover skin so you cannot see your pores.
4. Leave on until completely dry, then rinse away with warm water and a soft face cloth.
5. Follow immediately with the Skin So Clear™ Organic Rosewater Mist (Step 2) to neutralise pH, then continue with the Medicated Face Complex (Step 3), Face Therapy Moisturizer (Step 4), and Brightening Gel (Step 5).

Key Benefits

• Bentonite Clay ionic deep-pore purification — draws out bacteria, sebum, and toxins from within the follicle
• Colloidal Silver (99.99% pure) sustained antimicrobial action against C. acnes during treatment
• Clary Sage sclareol — phytoestrogen-like sebum regulation especially effective for hormonal breakouts
• Ylang Ylang geranyl acetate regulates sebum production and balances oiliness at the follicle level
• Bergamot linalyl acetate antiseptic and brightening action
• Lavender linalool reduces post-mask inflammation and redness
• Grapefruit Seed Extract tightens and refines pores after treatment
• Non-drying — leaves skin soft, smooth, and refreshed, not tight or stripped
• Relaxing spa-like experience — suitable for 1–2 times weekly use

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I use this mask?
For best results, use 1–2 times per week as part of your Skin So Clear™ routine, or as needed when you feel a breakout coming on. It can also be used as a spot treatment — apply directly to an active blemish and leave on for 20–30 minutes before rinsing.

Is this suitable for hormonal acne?
Yes — Clary Sage (sclareol) is one of the few botanical actives with documented phytoestrogen-like activity that directly addresses hormonally driven sebum overproduction. This makes the Skin So Clear™ Mineral Mask particularly effective for cycle-related breakouts and hormonal skin patterns.

Will it dry out my skin?
No — the formula is designed to draw out impurities without stripping the moisture barrier. Following immediately with the Rosewater Mist (Step 2) after rinsing restores pH and locks in hydration before the skin has a chance to feel tight.

What is the difference between Bentonite and Kaolin clay?
Kaolin is a fine surface-cleansing clay that gently absorbs excess oil and is ideal for sensitive or dry skin types. Bentonite is a volcanic mineral clay with a much stronger ionic charge — it actively draws impurities, bacteria, and sebum out from deep within the pore lining rather than just cleansing the skin surface. For acne-prone, congested, oily, and hormonal skin with deep blockages, Bentonite delivers a level of purification that Kaolin alone cannot achieve. The Skin So Clear™ Mineral Mask uses Bentonite specifically because it targets the deep-pore congestion and cystic tendency that characterises acne-prone and hormonal skin.

INCI – Ingredients
Aqua/Water, Bentonite, Argentum Metallicum (Colloidal Silver, 99.99% Pure), Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) Flower oil.