Our Signature Mask needs to be removed before it dries completely.

Which is not long at all, but the exact time is a little tricky to provide as it will depend on both the humidity of the environment, and the mask consistency you've created (please refer to the FAQ on mask blending to ensure application perfection).

Keep an eye on the change of consistency when you've applied it - once it has started to tighten and dry around the edges of your face, yet remains wet towards the surface, this is the perfect time to remove and often occurs around 7-10 minutes.

*Please never let this mask become flaky and crackly. We know this is contrary to how you've likely used clay masks previously, but allowing a clay mask to dry on your skin will rob you of nourishing oils, and dupe you with a tight feeling that people often mistake as 'squeaky clean'. This sensation is actually indicative of skin that has been stripped, and will result in dehydration, irriation, sensitivity, and over-production of sebum.

Click here to learn exactly why you should never let a mask dry.

If you're confused, watch our Mineral Mask Ritual for the full tutorial.

Please mix MV Signature Mask with spring or filtered water only.

Avoiding tap water means avoiding potential contaminants including heavy metals, which can be found in some water supplies. Tap water consitutents vary greatly depending on factors such as region, and even quality of plumbing. This can result in what is known as 'hard' water which is incredibly drying on the skin, and especially irritating for those with sensitivity.

We recommend that you first scoop 2 heaped teaspoons of powdered Signature Mask into your blending cup, and then very s-l-o-w-l-y add small amounts of water. The key is consistency, and not necessarily on an exact measurement of water.

Aim to achieve a cream-like texture (see the little moving image below). If you can hold your mask brush upside-down and the mask 'dollops' off - you have achieved perfection.

If you've accidentally added too much water and your mask is runny (ie: drips too easily off your brush), please add a little more powdered mask until you've achieved a creamier blend.

Good question.

MV's Signarure Mineral Mask is made from pure bentonite clay, which is a product of the earth. If we were to pre-mix this into a paste for you, then we would need to add many preservatives, because bacteria breeds rapidly in water.

Delivering the mask to you as a pure and powdered product allows us to forego the use of additives and harsh preservatives. We specialise in sensitivity and advocate for purity, so this outcome is paramount.

Our clays are rich in therapeutic minerals, when you mix them with water they become immediately 'activated' and able to work their magic - infusing into the skin. We also personally love the ritualistic experience of blending the fresh mask and creating immediate skin therapy - we hope you also fall in love with this meaningful selfcare ritual.

If you're an MV devotee and feel like indulging in all 3 of our powerful skin rituals, click here to visit our R I T U A L home for guidance.

The most common question we get asked is, "I want to do the 9 Oil Radiance Ritual AND The Signature Mask Ritual - which comes first?"

1st - Signature Mask Ritual
2nd - 9 Oil Radiance Ritual

The Signature Mask Ritual should always be experienced before the 9 Oil Radiance Ritual. Water before oil is our philsophy. As the 9 Oil is an intensive oil ritual, it's nourishing ingredients (if applied first) will prevent the water-based minerals of the Signature Mask from adequately penetrating the skin.