Pollution Control

Generously apply to wet skin, massaging gently with fingertips to exfoliate. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Follow with serums and moisturizer. Apply 2-3 times per week, or as tolerated.

What is Pollution Control and how does it work?
Pollution Control is a Platinum Collection Environmental Defense Charcoal Mask that uses a dual-action formula to deeply cleanse and gently exfoliate. Charcoal, bentonite, and kaolin clays draw out impurities and absorb excess oil, while Lactic Acid provides mild chemical exfoliation for a softer, smoother-looking complexion.
What are the key ingredients and their roles?
Charcoal Powder acts as a magnet for dirt and toxins; Bentonite and Kaolin Clays absorb excess sebum and refine pores; Lactic Acid provides gentle exfoliation; and sea-derived ingredients help boost hydration so skin is not left feeling stripped.
How often should I use Pollution Control?
Once or twice a week is recommended. As an intensive clay-based mask with exfoliating Lactic Acid, more frequent use can over-dry the skin.
Is it suitable for oily or acne-prone skin?
Yes. The charcoal and clay blend makes it particularly effective for oily, acne-prone, or congested skin. It helps draw out pore-clogging debris and reduce the look of shine, making it ideal as a weekly pore-clearing treatment.
Does it help protect against pollution and environmental stressors?
Yes — hence the name. The formula helps draw out pollutants and environmental residue that accumulate on skin throughout the day. As a Platinum Collection product, protecting skin from environmental stressors that accelerate aging is a core purpose.
How do I use it?
Apply an even layer to clean, dry skin. Leave on for the directed time (typically 10–15 minutes — follow the product label), then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Follow with toner and moisturizer.
Will it dry out my skin?
Clay masks can be drying if overused. The inclusion of sea-derived hydrating ingredients helps counterbalance the absorptive effect of the clays, but always following with a moisturizer post-mask is important, especially for drier skin types.
Can I use it in the same week as Renewal A Retinol Serum?
Both products exfoliate via different mechanisms. Space them out in your weekly schedule — for example, use Pollution Control mid-week and Renewal A on non-overlapping evenings — to avoid over-exfoliating.
What should I apply after the mask?
After rinsing, apply your toner to rebalance skin pH, then a Platinum serum (such as Renewal A or Age Defiance Pro) and a moisturizer. Freshly masked skin absorbs follow-on actives particularly well.
Is this the same as a traditional charcoal peel-off mask?
No. Pollution Control is a cream-texture rinse-off mask, not a peel-off format. Rinse-off clay masks are generally more gentle and less likely to cause skin trauma than peel-off varieties, making them suitable for more regular use.