Volcanic clay
Volcanic clay draws moisture into the skin and holds it there while easing breakouts and protecting against the sun without causing irritation. It suits most skin types and comes in serums. It also layers easily into an everyday routine.
Carbohydrate Polymers, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
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Other volcanic clay products
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- INNISFREE Volcanic Calming Pore Clay Mask
Questions and answers
What does volcanic clay do for the skin?
Volcanic clay helps absorb moisture and may provide UV-protection with negligible skin irritation. It can also help reduce acne severity and total lesion count when used in a facial mask.
Carbohydrate Polymers, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
How do you use volcanic clay?
Volcanic clay is commonly used in facial masks as part of your skincare routine. These masks help reduce acne severity and lesion counts.
Should you use volcanic clay in the morning or at night?
Volcanic clay is not specifically mentioned for morning or night use in the provided studies.
Can you use volcanic clay every day?
Volcanic clay is not recommended for daily use because it can over-dry or irritate the skin.
Does volcanic clay cause purging or irritation?
Volcanic clay is unlikely to cause dermal irritation. Studies show that nanocomposites involving related clay minerals demonstrate negligible irritation on human skin.
Which skin types is volcanic clay best for?
Volcanic clay is best for acne-prone and aging skin types because it helps reduce acne severity and provides moisture retention. Lovi rates volcanic clay as having a Superior fit for these skin types.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Carbohydrate Polymers, 2017
Research on volcanic clay
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