Clay masks tend to get a bad reputation for leaving skin tight and uncomfortable but the Tatcha Clarifying Clay Mask is more balanced than that. It draws out excess oil and impurities from the pores but does not leave your skin feeling like it has been scrubbed raw in the process.

The formula combines Tatcha's Hadasei-3 complex of green tea, rice and algae with kaolin and bentonite clays. The clays do the deep cleansing work while the botanical ingredients help keep the skin barrier intact so you are not undoing your skincare routine in the process of clearing your pores.

It works best as a weekly or twice weekly treatment depending on your skin type. If your skin leans oily or you are prone to congestion and breakouts this is the kind of product that keeps things in check without having to overhaul your whole routine. If your skin is more combination you can use it just on the areas that need it.

After rinsing it off skin feels cleaner and looks less congested. With regular use the appearance of pores tends to look more refined over time though results will vary depending on your skin.

The 50ml size is generous enough to last several months with weekly use which makes it a practical addition to a regular skincare routine.