Here's how to use it: You can also choose a pre-made face mask option (see below). Dr. Zeichner recommends leaving it on for ...

When using bentonite in hair care, apply the clay mask to your hair before shampooing and conditioning. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before rinsing out and continuing your haircare routine.

Thanks to its fine texture, bentonite clay makes an excellent non-abrasive exfoliant. Find it in this micro polish where it will gently buff away dry, flaky skin, while vitamin E and shea butter ...

Bentonite clay draws out impurities from the skin tissue. Due to its ability to absorb, the clay helps remove excess sebum from the skin, and to shrink and tighten irritated and enlarged pores ...

“After using a clay mask, you can expect clearer, brighter, and tighter feeling skin.” What skin types will benefit from using clay masks?

Combine one tablespoon of Moroccan red clay, a teaspoon of bentonite clay and rose water. Keep it on your face for 15 minutes before rinsing it off.

Mix one tablespoon each of activated charcoal, bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar. Apply this mixture to your skin and leave it on for 15 minutes before bathing.

And if you have dry skin, be cautious on what type of clay you use. For example, kaolin clay has mild absorption properties, while bentonite clay is stronger and will leave skin feeling more stripped.

Bentonite clay, for example, is the most widely used type of clay, because it's great for most skin types since it's so mild.

ELLE.com consulted a dermatologist and perused editors’ stashes to find the best face masks for fighting acne.