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11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox

Spoil yourself with one of these top-rated formulas.
11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
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By Alexis Webb · Updated October 26, 2020

Sometimes a good detox is all your skin needs to reboot and refresh. Whenever you clarify the skin, or get rid of all the built up junk (left behind makeup, toxins, and environmental stressors), you’ve also create a better canvas for future makeup applications.

Detoxing should a weekly or at least monthly part of your beauty routine. Regular clarifying treatments help promote more balanced, hydrated skin and prevent excess oil production.

And contrary to popular belief, clarifying doesn’t require a fancy treatment or visit to the aesthetician. Instead, check out 11 purifying masks you can shop in Sephora or your local drugstore. 

01
Tata Harper Clarifying Mask

This one just hit the shelves this summer and is already it’s getting rave reviews for its deep cleansing properties. Use up to twice a week to fight blemishes, oiliness, and redness. The gentle, yet effective formula includes quartz micro-crystals and a alpha hydroxy acid superfruit blend for added exfoliation. 

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Sephora $68 Buy Here
02
boscia Charcoal Jelly Ball Cleanser

Ditch those traditional cleansers and try this one instead. The star ingredient- charcoal- will clear clogged pores while Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum and Hinoki oil calm the skin.  

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Sephora $20 Buy Here
03
Hey Honey Detoxifying Mud Mask

Leave your skin balanced and rid of impurities with the Hey Honey Detox Mud Mask. The antibacterial properties are also effective for those that suffer from acne.

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Hey Honey $54 Buy Here
04
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

Combination skin types will live for the pink clay in this clarifying masks, which specifically purifies skin that’s been put through the ringer.

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Sephora $39 Buy Here
05
Pacifica Kale Detox Deep Cleansing Face Wash

Eliminate the toxins in your skin with this kale-based and cost-efficient face wash. 

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Target $10 Buy Here
06
Caudalie Vine[Activ] Overnight Detox Night Oil

Your skin reaps the most benefits when it is resting at night, so why not try this grapeseed oil-based formula. Use while your sleeping to release impurities and promote a clearer complexion for the morning.

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Sephora $50 Buy Here
07
L’Oreal Paris Detox & Brighten Pure-Clay Mask

All you need is 10 minutes to draw dirt, dusk and pollution out of the skin, and leave it feeling softer than ever. 

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Target $10 Buy Here
08
SheaMoisture African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask

Taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be expensive! This clarifying mud mask is made with tamarind extract and tea tree oil, the latter of which is renowned for its antibacterial properties. 

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Target $15 Buy Here
09
First Aid Beauty Detox Eye Roller

Roll this eye gel under your eyes twice a day to release toxins and gradually reduce the size of puffy undereye circles. 

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Sephora $26 Buy Here
10
SheaMoisture Beauty Hack Aztec Bentonite Clay

Clarify your body from hair to toe with this multitasker bentonite clay mask for soothed and smoothed skin.

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at SheaMoisture $10 Buy Here
11
Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber De-Tox Bouncy Hydrating Gel

Cucumbers aren’t just for eating! Peter Thomas Roth has infused them into this ultra light moisturizer and its weightless ,oil-free texture is perfect for summer. 

11 Clarifying Masks For When Your Skin Needs A Serious Detox
available at Macy’s $48 Buy Here
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