SOME BY MI SUPER MATCHA PORE CLEAN CLAY MASK

Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine / FA-Safe / No Flagged Pregnancy-Unsafe Ingredients* / Fragrance-Free* / Halal-Friendly** / Vegan-Friendly**

*Based on the corroborated third-party INCI used for this description — see the Complete Ingredient Transparency section for the discrepancy with this product's own prior live listing. **Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data; not a formal certification — see the Conscious and Permissible Formulation section.

Why this feels different: if your pores look more visible by 2pm even on days you cleansed properly, that is sebum re-surfacing through the humidity, not a hygiene failure — this mask is a once- or twice-weekly reset for that specific feeling, not a fix for the underlying humidity itself.

Pros: genuinely dosed clay and matcha (not trace-level marketing amounts), gentle enough that most reviewers report no irritation, easy spatula application, gives a real matte/tightened sensation.

Caveats: can over-dry cheeks or sensitive areas if left the full 15-20 minutes, the exact BHA-family concentration is undisclosed so it cannot be scored against a target percentage, and it will not permanently change pore size.

Classification: YELLOW — usable from mid-teens with guidance. This isn't a clinical-strength exfoliant (no disclosed high-percentage acid), but the clay's absorbency and the undisclosed BHA-family ingredient mean it can still over-dry skin that hasn't developed a stable oil-production pattern yet, which is common before and during puberty.

For a tween or early-teen still figuring out their skin, a shorter 5-10 minute application on the T-zone only, once weekly, is the more conservative starting point rather than the full 15-20 minute face application.

1. When: AM or PM, 1-2x per week, on non-consecutive days.
2. How much: One spatula scoop, spread into an even, opaque layer — avoid eyes and lips.
3. How: Apply to clean, completely dry skin; wait 10-20 minutes until it feels tight and dry to the touch, then rinse with lukewarm water.

The One Rule: Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Gentle cleanser
2. SOME BY MI Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask (mask day only, 10-20 min, then rinse)
3. Soothing toner
4. Lightweight moisturizer
5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

In Mauritius' humid mornings, apply your post-mask hydrator to slightly damp skin — humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid pull water from the humid air around you rather than from your own deeper skin layers, which offsets some of the temporary tightness the clay leaves behind.

SPF mandate: this mask does not photosensitize skin on its own, but the fresh, slightly stripped-feeling surface after rinsing is more vulnerable to UV until it's re-hydrated and sealed with sunscreen.

1. Oil cleanser (if wearing sunscreen/makeup) → water cleanser
2. Pat completely dry
3. SOME BY MI Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask — 10-20 minutes, rinse with lukewarm water
4. Soothing toner
5. Moisturizer

Skin cycling placement: treat mask nights as your "Exfoliation" lane night. Do not run a separate strong AHA/BHA toner or a retinoid on the same night — see the Conflict Solver below.

Technique: Pat/press the mask on rather than rubbing it in — friction on a mineral-clay formula increases the chance of micro-irritation. Apply to a clean, fully dry face; damp skin dilutes the clay and slows how quickly it sets.

Wait time: 10-20 minutes, until the mask feels dry and tight but before it starts visibly cracking — cracking usually means it has been on slightly too long for your skin that day.

Hands vs. tools: use the included spatula to scoop hygienically from the jar (avoid dipping fingers in repeatedly), then spread with clean fingertips for even coverage.

If-This/Then-That: if your T-zone is oily but your cheeks run dry, apply the full layer only to the T-zone and skip the cheeks entirely rather than reducing the whole-face wear time. If you have never used a clay mask before, start at 10 minutes rather than the full 20 for your first two uses.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Default wait times: watery layers 10-20s, serums 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if heading outdoors. Default amounts: toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer, serum 2-3 drops or 1 pump, eye product half a rice-grain per eye, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size, sunscreen the two-finger rule for the face plus one finger for the neck. If a routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) Rinse/Gentle Cleanse (optional) → (2) pH-Prep Toner (optional) → (3) Hydrating Toner Layers (optional) → (4) Essence (optional) → (5) Mist (optional) → (6) Booster/Soothing Serum (optional) → (7) Antioxidant Lane, pick one → (8) Pigment Support Lane, pick one → (9) Hydration Serum Lane (optional) → (10) Oil-Control Lane, pick one → (11) Peptide/Repair Lane (optional) → (12) Eye Product (optional) → (13) Moisturizer → (14) Optional Sealing Layer → (15) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → (16) Lip SPF (optional). In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) → (2) Oil Cleanser/Balm (if SPF/makeup) → (3) Water Cleanser → (4) pH-Prep Toner (optional) → (5) Hydrating Toner Layers (optional) → (6) Essence (optional) → (7) Soothing/Barrier Serum (optional) → (8) Anchor product — this mask, on mask nights → (9) Targeted Serum (optional, only if non-conflicting) → (10) Moisturizer → (11) Sleeping Mask (optional, non-mask nights) → (12) Occlusive Seal (optional) → (13) Spot Treatment/Pimple Patch (as needed) → (14) Lip Sleeping Mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night — keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine — barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.

This is a thick, spreadable clay paste — the heaviest-texture "treatment" tier, applied to bare, dry skin rather than layered into a serum stack. It is used on its own, not layered under or over other products while it's on the skin.

Phase compatibility: water-phase, clay-suspended formula. It is rinsed off before any other product is applied, so normal water-phase-before-oil-phase layering rules don't apply here the way they would to a leave-on step.

Rest days: give skin at least one full day of hydration-only care after any masking session before introducing another exfoliating step, so the acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) has time to re-stabilize.

Overuse warning: exceeding 2x/week does NOT produce faster pore-clearing results — it produces barrier damage, increased sensitivity, and often rebound oiliness as skin overcompensates for the stripping.

Prerequisites: before starting this mask, your routine should already include a gentle daily cleanser and a moisturizer. Without a baseline hydration routine already in place, a clay treatment can push a marginal barrier past the point where it can recover between uses.

Barrier index gate: if your skin stings when you apply moisturizer, feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, or shows visible flaking, your barrier is below threshold for this product right now — repair it first with a plain, fragrance-free moisturizer for at least a week before masking.

• Enlarged/congested pores: Kaolin and Bentonite/Magnesium Aluminum Silicate physically absorb sebum and loosen debris sitting in the pore opening.
• Excess sebum (surface oiliness): the same clay absorbency mechanism reduces the visible oil film immediately post-mask.
• Blackheads/whiteheads: the trace BHA-family ingredient (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid) offers mild additional oil-soluble exfoliation inside the pore, on top of the clay's mechanical absorption.
• Dull, rough surface texture: secondary benefit from lifting surface debris during rinse-off.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink your genetically determined pore size, and it cannot resolve active inflamed acne on its own — it manages the sebum/debris side of pore congestion, not bacterial or hormonal drivers of breakouts.

Pre-mask cleanser (primary): SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam 125ml — a pore-focused Centella cleanser that clears surface oil first so the clay can work on what's actually inside the pore, not just what's sitting on the skin surface. Use AM or PM before masking.

Cleanser alternatives: COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser 150ml, Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser 100ml, or Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 150ml.

Post-mask soothing toner (primary): Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml — a fragrance-free, water-based toner that re-hydrates and calms skin right after the clay's tightening effect, before oiliness rebounds from over-stripping. Apply immediately after rinsing.

Toner/soothing alternatives: Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum: Green Tea + Panthenol 30ml, Anua Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad, or SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 50ml.

Lightweight moisturizer (primary): Anua Peach 77% Niacin Conditioning Milk 150ml — a serum-light emulsion that reseals the barrier without adding the heavy, pore-clogging occlusion an oily-skin routine doesn't need. Alternatives: Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream 50ml or Anua Birch Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml.

Pilling pairs: this mask itself does not pill (it's rinsed off before other products go on), but applying a heavy silicone-forward moisturizer directly after rinsing, onto skin that's still slightly damp, can pill — wait until skin is fully dry before your post-mask moisturizer if this happens to you.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

Universal rules: run only one primary "active lane" per routine (Retinoid OR Acid Exfoliation OR L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C OR Benzoyl Peroxide OR a strong acne lane). If you break a rule, don't push through — reduce frequency, split AM/PM, or alternate nights. If moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, pause all actives and run barrier-only care for 3-7 days.

Exfoliation Lane (this mask's own lane): treat this mask as your week's chemical-exfoliation session. Do NOT stack a separate strong AHA/BHA toner, a physical scrub, or a retinoid on the same day — over-exfoliation risk stacks even though this mask's own BHA-family concentration is undisclosed and likely low. Instead, alternate days: mask one day, leave-on acid toner a different day, at least 48 hours apart.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Scheduling template (simplified, alternate-day protocol): Tue = Mask night; Thu = BHA/AHA toner night (if you use one); all other nights = Recovery/hydration only.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — this is exactly the window where a sebum-absorbing clay mask does real, mechanism-matched work rather than just feeling nice.

MYTH: "A clay mask permanently shrinks your pores." REALITY: pore size is set by genetics and the amount of oil/collagen support around it — this mask temporarily reduces the visible, oil-filled appearance of a pore, not its structural size.

MYTH: "The tighter and more it cracks, the better it's working." REALITY: visible cracking usually means the mask has been left on too long for that day's skin condition and is now pulling moisture from skin rather than just oil — rinse as soon as it feels dry and tight, before it visibly cracks.

MYTH: "If a little BHA is good, using it daily will clear pores faster." REALITY: exceeding the 1-2x/week frequency does not accelerate pore-clearing — it strips the acid mantle and can trigger the exact compensatory oiliness you're trying to fix.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 particulate levels rise during the harvest burn. Since this mask is a rinse-off treatment rather than a worn-all-day product, it can double as a periodic deep-clean reset during this window rather than adding a daily particulate-defense step.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a mineral (calcium-stearate) film after rinsing that adds to the post-mask tight feeling. Follow with a hydrating, pH-balancing toner rather than assuming all the tightness is from the clay itself.

*Emerging: ingredient-class evidence, not a clinical trial on this specific product.

Full INCI List: Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Bentonite, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Caramel, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Silica, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Manicouagan Clay, Camellia Sinensis Leaf, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Houttuynia Cordata Powder, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Rosa Rugosa Leaf Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Water (Glacier Water), Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water, Water (Carbonated Water), Allantoin, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polyvinyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Raspberry Ketone, CI 42090.

*This ingredient list is sourced from a third-party ingredient-decoder listing, cross-checked across two independent research passes that returned matching figures (medium confidence — a direct page fetch was blocked in our research environment this session). The estimated 1% line placement is approximate for the undisclosed-concentration entries between Titanium Dioxide and Silica; only Kaolin and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water have brand-disclosed percentages confirming they sit above it.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Benzyl Glycol, and Ethylhexylglycerin — a modern, paraben-free preservative-booster combination.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free* — no "Fragrance"/"Parfum" term appears anywhere in the corroborated INCI above.

*This directly contradicts this product's own previous Adilsons listing, which stated it contained added fragrance. Our independent research this round did not find a fragrance ingredient in the corroborated third-party INCI — any scent reported by users most likely comes from the natural tea/botanical extracts themselves. Treat with medium confidence given the WebFetch limitation noted above, and patch test if you are fragrance-reactive.

Scent profile: Reviewers consistently describe a natural, earthy green-tea/matcha scent rather than a floral or synthetic perfume note. Estimated intensity 2/5, dissipating within a few minutes after rinsing.

EU-26 allergen screen: None detected in the corroborated declared INCI (no Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Eugenol, or Coumarin found).

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol found in the INCI.

Halal status: Halal-Friendly*.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan status: Vegan-Friendly*.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free status: Uncertified*.

*Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. Brand-level cruelty-free/China-retail status is unresolved either way for Some By Mi — see the About the Brand section.

Microplastic status: Microplastic-Free: Yes. Polyvinyl Alcohol (present) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer, not a classified microplastic; no PEG/acrylates-copolymer film-formers were found in the corroborated INCI.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence was found of Korean MFDS Functional Cosmetic registration for this product. "Functional" would mean the product underwent additional government testing for a specific claim (e.g. brightening, wrinkle improvement); no such filing was located.

Clinical evidence: No product-specific clinical trial was found for this exact SKU. The efficacy rationale rests on well-established general cosmetic-ingredient chemistry — clay mineral absorbency and green tea catechin antioxidant activity — not a study of this formula.

Evidence confidence: Medium (established ingredient-class mechanism, genuinely dosed key actives, no product-specific clinical trial).

Reformulation history: a third-party ingredient decoder lists a separate "(Discontinued)" version of this product distinct from the current page, and one major retailer's current listing is explicitly titled "2024 version" — strong evidence this formula has been reformulated at least once. Reviews written before 2024 may describe an earlier formula, not the INCI documented in this description.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Safe. No known Malassezia-feeding fatty-acid esters, PEGs, polysorbates, or sorbitan esters were found in the corroborated INCI.

Assessment: None during use — this mask is rinsed off before any other product is applied, so it does not participate in a normal layering stack the way a leave-on product would.

Mitigation note: if your post-mask moisturizer feels like it's balling up on skin, wait until skin is fully dry (not just rinsed) before applying it, rather than layering onto residual dampness.

Color baseline: the formula includes Caramel and CI 42090 as colorants, giving it a consistent tone by design — a sudden, unexplained color shift (rather than the expected shade) or a rancid smell are the signs to watch for, not the baseline color itself.

Storage: keep the jar tightly closed in a cool, dry spot away from direct sun or bathroom steam — repeated humidity exposure to an open clay jar can encourage the clay to dry out unevenly or, over time, support microbial growth around the rim.

Spoilage signs: a sour or off smell, visible mold at the rim, or a texture that separates and won't remix with the spatula. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply a small amount to your inner forearm, wait 24 hours, then test behind the ear for another 24 hours before your first full facial use.

72-hour barrier reset: if you have an adverse reaction, STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser and plain moisturizer. NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately and discontinue use.

• Using it more than 2x/week chasing faster results — this strips the barrier instead.
• Leaving it on until it fully cracks rather than rinsing once it's just dry and tight.
• Applying to damp skin, which dilutes the clay and slows absorption.
• Skipping the post-mask moisturizer, leaving skin under-hydrated after the clay's tightening effect.
• Stacking a separate strong exfoliant on the same day, doubling up on the same exfoliation lane.

Overuse threshold: continuous use beyond 2x/week for several weeks running is the point where barrier damage — not faster pore-clearing — becomes the likely outcome.

Phone hygiene: since this product targets blackhead- and pore-prone skin, avoid resting your phone against your cheek right after masking, while skin is freshly exfoliated and more receptive to picking up surface bacteria.

Usage math: at roughly 5g per full-face application from the 100g jar, that's approximately 20 full-face uses per container.

Lifespan: at the recommended 1x/week pace, one jar lasts roughly 4-5 months; at 2x/week, roughly 2-2.5 months. Using more than the recommended amount per session shortens this without improving results.

Reorder timing: plan to reorder about 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping time.

This mask is a once- or twice-weekly reset step inside a daily pore-care routine, not a replacement for one. It sits at the "treatment" tier of the viscosity ladder — applied to bare skin, before any serum or moisturizer, and rinsed off before the rest of your routine continues.

AM (non-mask day): cleanser → soothing toner → lightweight moisturizer → SPF50+ PA++++.

PM (mask day): cleanser → Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask, 10-20 min, rinse → soothing toner → moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now, skip masking entirely this week and run barrier-repair basics only — resume once stinging/tightness has resolved.

If you're in the peak sugar cane burning season (July-November) and skin feels grittier than usual, this mask makes a reasonable once-weekly deep-clean reset rather than adding a new daily step.

If you're in luteal phase and pores feel more congested than usual, this is the week to keep the mask on schedule rather than skip it — see the Hormonal Cycle section above.

Stock-true bundle — Pore-Care Starter: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam + this mask + Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner + Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++. Cleanse, mask 1-2x/week, tone daily, seal with SPF every morning.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with SOME BY MI Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

This mask is a strong fit if your main concern is genuine sebum absorption and pore congestion, and you can tolerate a mineral-clay format with a 10-20 minute set time.

For gentler physical exfoliation instead of clay-only absorption: Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask 140ml — built on an independently-confirmed ~30% red bean powder, it buffs texture as well as absorbing oil, which some reactive-skin users tolerate better than a longer clay dwell time.

For a single-use trial format: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Clarifying Mask 23ml (sheet mask, box of 5) — good if you want to test a Centella-forward pore routine without committing to a full jar.

For the same "Super Matcha" naming in a different, wash-off sheet format: SOME BY MI Real Super Matcha Pore Care Mask 20g — a genuinely distinct single-use sheet mask, not a smaller version of this jar. Our own research this round found it uses a different mechanism (film-forming polymers rather than clay/BHA), so treat it as a separate product, not an interchangeable size.

For a daily leave-on alternative instead of a weekly treatment: AXIS-Y Calamine Pore Control Capsule Serum 50ml — suits someone who wants ongoing daily oil control rather than a once-weekly reset.

Mindful use: if you already own a clay mask you like and that works for you, there's no need to add this one right now — finish what you have first.

Choose the Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask over the Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask if you need deeper mineral-clay oil absorption with a genuinely dosed antioxidant layer, rather than a physical-buff-plus-clay hybrid.

Upgrade triggers (IF/THEN): IF your main complaint is oiliness and visible pore congestion rather than rough texture, THEN this clay mask is the better-matched mechanism. IF you specifically want a light physical buff alongside oil absorption, THEN the Red Bean mask may suit you better. IF your barrier is currently compromised, THEN do not upgrade to either — repair barrier first.

Timing and lane compatibility: both occupy the same weekly Exfoliation lane — never use them on the same day, and treat switching between them as a substitution, not an addition.

Don't upgrade if: your barrier is below threshold right now, you already run a separate strong BHA/AHA exfoliant and don't want to add another exfoliation-lane product, or you're new to actives and want to start gentler.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, this clay mask is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: absorbing sebum and clearing pore congestion via mineral clay. You do NOT need this if you already own a clay or mud mask you use regularly and are satisfied with — finish that first before purchasing.

Inventory audit prompt: check whether you already have an open clay/mud mask with a similar primary active. At a 12-month PAO, buying a second jar while the first is still usable is unnecessary waste.

Stacking assessment: using this alongside a separate leave-on BHA toner is Marginal Benefit (overlapping exfoliation pathway, needs day-separation) — not Significant Benefit, since both work the same general mechanism on pore debris.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick checks for this product: genuine units ship in a rigid plastic jar with a sealed inner foil disc under the lid and include the plastic application spatula — a missing inner seal or a mismatched matcha-green lid color against official brand photos are both worth a closer look.

The name blends "something" and "by a miracle" with "mi" (Korean for beauty), positioning the brand as solution-driven and ingredient-led rather than purely trend-driven. Its AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle toner is the brand's globally best-known, flagship product.

Some By Mi has also pursued rights-protection litigation over counterfeit and copycat packaging in at least one market, which is a real, brand-acknowledged sign that counterfeiting is an active problem for this brand — buy only from authorized retailers like Adilsons.

This product has a large review base on iHerb (approximately 3,695 reviews) with an aggregate rating in the roughly 4.5-4.7 out of 5 range across the retailers checked. No dedicated Reddit thread specifically about this product was found during our research (r/AsianBeauty and r/SkincareAddiction were searched); the summary below reflects retailer and blog-review sentiment rather than a specific quoted forum post.

Common praise: reviewers repeatedly describe it as gentle for a clay mask, with several noting it doesn't leave the tight/stripped feeling some other clay masks cause, and that it visibly reduces blackheads with regular weekly use.

Common complaint: a recurring theme is that it can over-dry skin, particularly the cheeks on combination skin, if left on the full recommended time — several reviewers say they've learned to reduce their own wear time based on how their skin responds that day.

Fair caveat: because this product was reformulated (see the Product Identity and Provenance section), older reviews describing the pre-2024 formula may not reflect the current version's exact behavior.

Sustainability: rinse the jar before recycling where local guidelines accept rigid plastic; the product is not refillable.

Is this mask fragrance-free?

Based on the independently corroborated ingredient list used for this description, yes — no "Fragrance" or "Parfum" term appears. Note that this contradicts an earlier version of this product's own Adilsons listing, which claimed added fragrance; we're flagging that discrepancy directly rather than silently keeping the older claim.

Can I use this if I have dry or sensitive skin?

With caution. Limit wear time to 10 minutes, use T-zone only rather than full-face, and patch test first — several reviewers with combination or sensitive skin report needing to shorten the wear time from the default 15-20 minutes.

How is this different from a physical face scrub?

This mask works mainly by mineral absorption (drawing oil and debris out through the clay) plus a trace BHA-family chemical exfoliant, rather than manual friction from scrub particles — generally a lower irritation risk than an abrasive physical scrub for most skin types.

Will it permanently shrink my pores?

No. No cosmetic product changes genetically determined pore size. It can make pores look visibly smaller and less congested by keeping them clear of oil and debris, which is a real but temporary, maintenance-dependent effect.

How often should I use it, and can I combine it with a BHA toner the same week?

1-2 times per week is the standard recommendation. Yes, you can also use a leave-on BHA toner the same week, but not on the same day — see the Conflict Solver section above for the scheduling rule.

BHA (Beta-Hydroxy Acid)

An oil-soluble chemical exfoliant that can get inside a pore to dissolve sebum and dead skin cell buildup.

Kaolin

A fine, mild mineral clay used in skincare to absorb excess oil without being as drying as stronger clays like pure bentonite.

Bentonite / Magnesium Aluminum Silicate

Additional mineral clays that boost a formula's overall oil-absorbing capacity.

Centella Asiatica

A soothing botanical extract, often called "Cica," known for calming and supporting skin barrier recovery.

Matcha (Camellia Sinensis)

Finely ground green tea leaf, rich in catechin antioxidants that help soothe and protect skin.

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

A synthetic BHA-family derivative (sometimes marketed as an "LHA") used for mild, oil-soluble exfoliation.

MFDS

South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, the regulatory body for cosmetics.

Estimated 1% Line

The point in an ingredient list, by convention, below which an ingredient is likely present at under 1% concentration.

PAO (Period After Opening)

The number of months a product remains safe and effective to use once opened, shown as a small jar icon with a number on the packaging.

Assessment: Consult Oncologist. This formula is fragrance-free and retinoid-free with a modest preservative system based on our research, which are generally favorable traits, but the undisclosed-concentration BHA-family ingredient and the mask's mechanical clay-absorption action can still be more than treatment-sensitized skin can comfortably tolerate.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Particulate adhesion / sugar cane burning season: because this is a periodic rinse-off treatment rather than a worn-all-day product, it's well-suited as an occasional deep-clean reset during the July-November burning season when PM2.5 particulate levels rise — it isn't, however, a substitute for a daily cleanse on days you're not masking.

Antioxidant pollution defense: Camellia Sinensis (Matcha) Leaf Water, present at a genuinely meaningful 10.2%, supplies catechin-family antioxidants that help neutralize free-radical stress during the brief window the mask is on skin.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: oily, combination, and acne-prone skin looking for a weekly deep-pore reset with a genuinely dosed clay and matcha formula, rather than a trace-level marketing blend.

Key benefits: real 12% Kaolin and 10.2% Matcha concentrations, gentle enough for most users to tolerate without irritation, fragrance-free based on our independent research, and a hygienic spatula-applicator format.

Keep in mind: the BHA-family ingredient's exact concentration is undisclosed, it can over-dry cheeks or sensitive areas if left the full recommended time, and the formula was reformulated at some point so older reviews may not describe the current version.