L'Oreal Paris Pure Clay Purifying Charcoal Mask Review

This was an amazing mask to use an I cant wait to use it again the texture is so smooth and refreshing as u smooth it over ur face it does dry an go quite stiff but when u rinse it off it's the most amazing feeling u will ever feel clean soft and hydrated really loved it I will be keeping this in my routine foe sure

I received this in the last Beauty vault - I’m a solid L’Oréal fan so was excited to try this one. I typically use the Skin Food one so was keen to try something different.

It’s your standard L’Oréal packaging with the beautiful square glass jar. I always love the square shape - it makes stacking them on shelves so easy, and taking off lids with damp hands is easy.

The product is nice and thick, it’s a really pretty grey (not like the mud colour), and the biggest thing that impressed me was the gorgeous scent. It doesn’t have the horrible clay/mud scent that some do, this was nice and not overpowering.

The product applies really smoothly, doesn’t pull or drip and you don’t need a lot. It tingles a bit the first few times you use it, but it’s not uncomfortable at all. Depending on how oily your skin is, it takes around 15mins to completely dry out. Once dry it is really stiff, so can be a little uncomfortable then.

A damp facecloth removes the product easily and leaves behind beautiful, clean and clear skin.

This is my favourite face mask and is the best value product I’ve used in a long time. The clay manages to pull all the oil and gunk out of my pores and it leaves my skin looking squeaky clean. It works a treat and is one of the best mud masks I’ve tried, and I’ve tried many. Including ones which have been hyped up lately.

I didn't think I would like this mask as I'm not a huge fan of Loreal, however I was pleasantly surprised after I used this for the first time.

So a little bit about packaging - comes in a generous size glass jar, and easy to get the product out which is great.

Formula is not too thick but its not thin either which is how I like my masks. I used an old makeup brush to apply it as it didn't come with a little spatula and didn't want to get it all over my fingers as it can get a bit messy. It actually feels a bit creamy too, and super smooth.

When you apply it, it is pretty cold (great for summer, not so much winter brrr) and because of how smooth it is, it just glides on flawlessly. It starts out a dark grey colour and then once it dries, becomes a very light grey and becomes pretty tight. Then I just washed it off with a cloth and hot water.

Would I recommend it? Most definitely. It really draws out the toxins in your skin and leaves it feeling clean and visibly clearer. Once your skin is dry, your skin feels really soft. I really do love it and I'm super fussy.

I wasn't expecting much seeing how it was a drugstore mask. However, this pleasantly surprised me.

The application was easy because the texture is creamy and easy to spread around my face using a spatula I had. It also felt cooling upon application and my face felt tight once the clay mask started to dry down. Once dried, it was slightly hard getting the mask off. However, I enjoy the results - fresh skin that is clean and clear. It does live up to its claims of drawing out impurities and detoxifying the skin. And it's a good price for the amount of product you get.

I was super excited when I managed to snap this up in the Vault. Thanks BR! I love a good mask and haven't tried many Loreal masks at all.

I love the packaging, it is very appealing to me although the box is huge compared to the size of the jar. The jar itself is glass and super sturdy. The mask has a masculine fragrance. It's not offensive but kind of reminds me of lynx deodorant or something like that.

It is so lovely and thick, a deep grey colour. It covers the skin so well. A little bit goes a long way. I like to apply using an old foundation brush as it is a lot less messier that way and you don't waste product.

I let it sit for 15-20 minutes, after 10 mins you can feel it getting hard, it is not uncomfortable for me and I love that feeling. I have sensitive skin and get a tiny tingle on my cheeks but nothing bad, there is no stinging or burning and no redness. The first time I think I used a bit too much and it felt like concrete lol so I apply it a bit thinner now.

I like to remove using a hot flannel, it's the easiest way unless you jump in the shower. My skin is left feeling super smooth and soft. I get no breakouts and my skin looks healthy. It doesn't leave my face feeling tight or dry but I always follow with a moisturiser or oil.  I love this mask and would like to try the others in this range.

I got given this as a gift. I'm not big on face masks as I have sensitive skin. But I thought hey why not give it a go.

The product is a nice consistency, thick but easy to spread over face. The smell isn't the best but not offensive.

As the product dries it starts to tighten and go hard on the skin. It feels a little funny at first but easy to get used to.

After all the mask has set I wait another 5mins then jump in the shower to rinse off. I personally find this the easiest way.

My skin is left feeling smooth, hydrated and tighter in a good way (not dry). I never had a reaction even with my sensitivity. And I now use it once a week! New favorite product!

Have just added this to my L'oreal beauty products that l frequently use , lt makes my skin feel it has had vitamins pumped into it and l feel refreshed after it as well , put it on when l am in my bath as l like to relax and let it do its job , its reasonable in price and seems like it will go a long way too .

I used this a while ago before moving onto to trying the Origins rose clay face mask. The L'Oreal mask was quite thick and spread easily. Eventually I used the entire tub, which took me around 4 months, using it once a week most of the time. It definitely minimises blackheads and texture. I wouldn't go as far as saying it fully removes and draws out everything. However, if used consistently once per week the results are pretty close. For a clay mask, it is not difficult to remove at all. It comes off easy and skin feels softer, smoother, and more refined. I do have combination skin, more on the dry side. Therefore, using this mask twice a week left my skin tight and dry, however people with oil skin could definitely use this twice a week.