NOW Solutions, Mediterranean Red Clay Powder, Pure Powder for Sensitive Skin Facial Mask, 6-Ounce Review

4.6 (1,100) Amazon rating$6.39

Our verdict

NOW Solutions Mediterranean Red Clay Powder is an unscented, vegan clay powder mask that you mix yourself, and its 4.6 star average across 1,100 ratings makes it one of the better rated budget clay options for sensitive skin.

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Best for

Sensitive skin types who want a simple, unscented clay mask they can mix to their own preferred thickness.

Skip if

You want a ready to use mask straight from the jar, since this is a pure powder that needs to be mixed with water or another liquid first.

  • Priced 62% below the category median ($17.00 across 185 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.6/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.6/5

    4.6 average across 1,100 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.8/5

    1,100 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

NOW Solutions Mediterranean Red Clay Powder is a pure powder facial mask marketed for sensitive skin and made for all skin types. It is unscented, cruelty free, vegan, gluten free, and paraben free, and it is not tested on animals, which adds up to a fairly clean label for a clay product.

The 6 ounce jar of powder is meant to be mixed with water or another liquid at home, which gives you control over how thick or thin you want the paste. Because it is a detoxifying clay, it is aimed at drawing out impurities rather than delivering hydration, so many people like to follow it with a moisturizer.

With 1,100 ratings averaging 4.6 stars, this is a strongly reviewed option in the clay mask space. The main tradeoff is the current bought last month figure, which sits at zero, so recent momentum has slowed even as the overall rating record stays strong.

Pros

  • 4.6 star average across 1,100 ratings is a strong showing for a clay mask
  • Unscented formula suits sensitive skin
  • Vegan, cruelty free, gluten free, and paraben free label
  • Mixing your own paste lets you control texture and strength

Cons

  • Requires mixing with water or another liquid, which adds a step versus ready-to-use masks
  • Detoxifying clay formulas can feel drying on already dry skin
  • Very low recent monthly purchase count

Performance notes

As a detoxifying clay powder, this mask works by drawing moisture and oil out of the skin as it dries, which can support the look of clearer, less congested pores. Because it is meant for all skin types and is unscented, it is a reasonably gentle entry point into clay masking, though drier skin types may want to keep sessions shorter or follow up with a rich moisturizer.

What buyers say

A 4.6 star average across 1,100 ratings is a genuinely strong result for a facial mask, suggesting the clay to water ratio and gentle formula have worked well for a large number of people over time. The zero figure for bought last month simply reflects recent demand, not the underlying satisfaction record.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I mix this clay powder into a mask?

Combine a small amount of the powder with water, or another liquid like aloe vera gel, until you reach a spreadable paste, then apply to clean skin. Let it dry for about 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.

Is this mask good for dry skin?

It is labeled for all skin types and marketed toward sensitive skin, but clay masks in general can feel drying as they set. Drier skin types may want to apply a thinner layer, shorten the time it is left on, or follow with a moisturizer right after rinsing.

Does this mask have a scent?

No, it is labeled unscented, which makes it a reasonable choice for anyone who prefers fragrance free skincare or has a sensitivity to added scents.

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