A rinse off decongestion system - NIOD's words, which I love. This is clever stuff which I won't attempt to un pack but my skin post is pretty remarkable. A mask that not only helps with impurities and sebum build up but also looks to protects against environmental aggressors. My skin feels instantly smoother, clearer and plumper. This stuff is punchy so use sparingly and follow the how to use.

I have struggled with acne and scaring since I was a teenager (now 28). Every time I get a breakout it leaves my skin scarred for a good few months after the spot has healed. This is one of my top three masks. The post sting is real but I built up a tolerance to it after the third use. I used to get the worst breakout and have tried everything...and I mean everything! This has helped to keep my skin clear. The results are slow but worth it! I have been using it once a week for the last 4 months and have not had any bad breakouts, my scars are considerably lighter and a little goes a long way. I use this in the night and then 20 mins later, follow with The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid Serum 5% in Squalane (I have been using it for years, it's far better than Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil).

I loved this mask from the very beginning - lovely consistency, nothing too cakey. Does the job well with no fuss. The smell is somewhat unique, but doesn't bother me at all. I do have an issue with the bottle though - very difficult to get everything out. Definite re-buy. Have ditched all my other mud masks.

This is THE holy grail mud mask. It is truly a miracle. I have probably the oiliest skin in the world with ice pick scars and enlarged pores. But this mask after 5 days accelerated method made my skin smooth as a baby's bottom! My pores and scars are much smaller and less noticeable now. It didn't sting very much for me.

I have sensitive skin but am cursed with the most painful cystic acne when aunt flow arrives. This is the only mask I've used that has drawn some oil out of those cysts, and gets it to come to a head within a few days. I use it as a spot treatment a few times a day when the cyst is unbearable, and has worked for other spots of acne as well. I also use it once a week to detox and I recommend using a brush for application. The container is a little finicky and you'll only need a thin layer of this. I'll admit it doesn't work all the time, that's why I'm giving it 4 stars. It also hurts every single time I use it all over my face, especially around my cheeks where my skin is drier. It burns for a good 20 minutes after removing the mask, so I advise that you wait before moving on with your next skincare steps (also helps to drink ice water as your skin calms down). The pain is a necessary evil though.