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Even if you’re a masking newbie, chances are you’ve used a clay mask before. Sheet masks and bubble masks may be trending now, but clay masks have a long and distinguished history in skincare. In fact, the healing powers of clay are nothing new--clay has been applied to skin for cosmetic and medicinal purposes dating back to ancient times. A good clay mask can draw out impurities, absorb excess oil, brighten dull skin and help reduce clogged pores. This week, we wrap up our essential face mask series with an in-depth look at our clarifying clay mask, a tried-and-true bestseller

We all could use a good detox once in a while. Juice cleanses, detoxification teas and elimination diets are designed to help your body flush out toxins and impurities. Similarly, a facial detox can help to renew and revitalize your skin--your body’s largest organ--by removing excess dirt, pollutants, make-up and dead skin cells. This week, we continue our deep dive into our essential face mask series to take a closer look at our award-winning detox face mask, a perfect choice for anyone suffering from a dull, tired complexion.

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Gentle enough for

Masks are having a major moment. Spotted all over Instagram and Pinterest on the faces of countless celebrities and influencers, “face mask” was one of Google’s most-searched beauty categories in the US last year. But just because everyone’s masking, doesn’t mean it’s easy to find the right one for your skin type--especially if you have sensitive skin. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be taking a closer look at three essential masks, starting with our new brightening enzyme mask, to help you choose the one that meets your specific needs.

Travel Smart

Now that it’s finally summer and getaway season has officially arrived, it’s time to get packing. Most of us don’t want to rely on iffy hotel soaps and shampoos when we’re on the road, but we also don’t want to spend time decanting our favorite toiletries into small jars and bottles. One of our secrets to efficient packing is to stock up on TSA-approved, travel sets like our essential kit. This trusty package lets you take your favorites to go so you can spend less time packing and more time finding that perfect Airbnb rental.