I bought this Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask from The Body Shop because I heard it’s great for spot-prone skin.
As I bought it online, I didn’t realise it was clearly marked recommended for oily/combination skin. While I can have a bit of an oily t-zone, I would consider myself drier than combination.
The Body Shop Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask Review
The first time I tried the Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask, it brought me out in a rash.
But don’t worry, the rash was completely clear the next day.
I think I left it on too long. The clay does start to dry, but not before the 10 minute application time is over. So I may have left it on a bit longer. Because it’s just more satisfying when it’s dry, isn’t it?
I should have known better. Especially when it started to tingle and then itch. But it’s not dryyyy, Corinne, I pleaded with myself.
So on it stayed.
After being a bit too frightened to try it again, I gave it a month until I manned up enough to give the Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask from The Body Shop another go.
This time I followed the instructions.
There was no rash this time and my face felt so much fresher than before. I had expected that it would feel dry and tight as it was for oily skin, but I didn’t find that at all.
As it’s ionic, it helps to withdraw any dirt and impurities from your skin, leaving you with clearer skin. While this wasn’t a miracle blackhead buster, I did feel that it toned the intensity of them down. I don’t even know what that means. I guess what I’m trying to say is: it helped a bit.
It’s only needed once a week and it will help reduce spots because it helps reduce oil production.
You can get quite a few applications out of it too. I found that the first time, I applied too much, hence it not drying as fast as I wanted. You just need a thin layer, no need to go overboard.
I just love piling face masks on. I want it thick all over. I’m an idiot!
Overall, I do quite like this, it is probably a bit on the expensive side but it does last for loads of applications if you don’t go mental as I did. After three applications, there’s still a good two-thirds left.
I read a great tip about just applying it to my t-zone, so I can keep the dryer areas of my skin out of the equation. Woo.
Have you tried The Body Shop’s Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask? What did you think of it?
You can check out the rest of The Body Shop’s Seaweed collection here.
Interesting to read your thoughts! Thanks for sharing this review. If you haven’t tried the Origins Charcoal Mask I would really recommend it for clearing those pores and drawing out impurities, it’s amazing 🙂
I like clay masks, they are so effective at cleaning the skin. I didn’t try this one, but looks very similar to what I’ve had.
Interesting post, I don’t know this product.
Seaweed mask are the best I had try the body one and it was amazing so I know this product works great review.
I used to be crazy about masks but have become really lazy now! Can you please do me a favor! Can you like my pic on sephora_India on instagram? It’s for a contest and today is the last day. The link is http://instagram.com/p/yBuFGCRxiJ/
I love masks…so good :)) I need to use one again soon!! Tried this once & it was quite good. Xx
Sounds like a good clay mask, Corinne, I’ll need to pick this up to try. I’m horrible with mask though, still need to remind myself to use it at least once a week and the last time I used it was a month or so ago. Eeekkk!
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This sounds like a good drawing mask. I usually avoid clay based masks when it’s cold since I have dry skin.
I love a good mask, i am into making face mask’s myself but i do love buying them aswell x Great post hun x
Jess x
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I love anything from ”The Body Shop” but i never tried this mask again…But if you have spots and acne you should try maybe the one with tea tree oil or something ! Btw i like to apply thick layer of my masks too haha ^_^
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very nice review I would love to try this lately, I’vebeen searching a good products for my pores…
Sounds like canny product, I do like a good old face mask but I don’t really use them often. Never tried this one . xox
I have oily skin, this looks great for me
I haven’t tried this because I am not up-to-date with The Body Shop’s current products. But it’s interesting how the second try was so different for you. Like with everything, it’s worth giving things second chances.
I have dry/sensitive skin so I wonder if this would work for me!
I absolutely want to try it too. But I am worried about the same thing as you said-about having just an oily t-zone, while the rest is dry 🙁
I didn’t try this mask but this product looks very interesting.
Thank you for this review Corinne 🙂
I haven’t tried this product, so my skin is not oily. But I really love seaweed in face care products. Corinne thanks for the review))
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ohh I’ve had skin care that gave me a rash… glad it went away fast for you!!
How does it smell? I hate when products smell too chemically or too strong.
Lizzie Dripping
such a lovely blog
Anything with seaweed instantly attracts my eyes! I love thick face masks & this looks amazing!
Serene xoxo
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This stuff looks amazing. I have to try it! So happy I stumbled upon your blog! Lovely post:)
xo, Hayley
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Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks for the review! I think I will go ahead and try this out. I love face masks too! <3
I would really like to try this– it look really cool. Hopefully I don’t get a rash!
Melanie
this does sound like a great mask. I used to have oily skin and combined but now it is often dry and it’s really hard to predict how it will react to a certain product.
thanks for sharing this lovely review.
nice review
I have used in the past ,it suits my oily/combination skin
Whilst I love these for the drying and cracking element my skin really dries out with them. I think that my skin is just too sensitive. Pleased that it works for you and makes your skin feel fresh Lucy x
I’ve always been nervous of a clay mask, but I really enjoyed your review.
Love this mask, it’s a cheaper alternative to GlamGlow too! Leaving it on too long is a BIG no no! I’ve also found using it after a face scrub leaves my skin feeling tingly and uncomfortable for a while!
Sarah 🙂
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I was about to say ooh just apply it to your t-zone and wham, you beat me too it! I leave face masks on for hours normally! I used this when I was younger, I remember liking it 🙂
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