Usually I am not a huge fan of Trilogy BUT this one has my backing 100%! The jar although appears small you don't use alot of the product so it does have a bit of value for money. It comes with a spatula to smooth it on to your face more effectively. It avoids waste and spreads it evenly. The mask itself is grey in appearance and fits when I think of clay. It is a smooth formula, edging on silky.
I always cleanse my face first to try and get any dirt or makeup off my face, I spread this mask over my face avoiding eye areas and my mouth. It has a bit of a strong smell although not unpleasant. It is very cold going on so is not something I enjoy doing in the winter. It takes about 20 minutes to dry (not completely) on my skin. I leave it on for half an hour before I wash it off with warm water and a cloth. I rinse the cloth off after each swipe because I have found that it can stain if not rinsed out at time of contact. After removing my skin feels rejuvenated. It is smooth, plump, clearer and far more hydrated.
I have been using it now for 6 months and have repurchased three times. I find using it once a week is sufficient in keeping my skin looking great. My redness has cleared up, my skin tone is more even and I have even taken on not wearing foundation which is actually quite liberating. It is a great way to de-gunk your face and also bonus scare the kids hehe.
This is one of the better clay masks I have used.
The packaging feels very luxurious and while the pottle may seem small, a little bit goes a long way. It also comes with a little spoon to help apply the mask to your face which I like - definitely comes in handy if I have long nails.
I think this mask is a little bit more hydrating that your average clay mask. After I've used it my skin doesn't feel all tight like it sometimes can with other clay masks. I also think that this mask has a better consistency than some other clay masks I have tried.
The product itself does have a bit of a strong smell but I don't find it unpleasant. Maybe try to smell before you purchase if possible.
Occasionally, I do have a very mild reaction to this product. My skin will go red and feel slightly hot. This reaction doesn't hurt and is so mild that it hasn't stopped me from using this product again. However this could be something to keep in mind if you have very sensitive skin.
Tips: This stuff will stain your washcloth. I would designate a clay mask washcloth or wash your cloth immediately after using it to try to get the clay out ASAP!