Editorial Standards
How SkinMud Reviews Products
What this site does
SkinMud is a research-backed editorial guide to mud and clay masks. After 28 years on beauty retail floors and running production lines, I read every label, pore over ingredient decks, and weigh owner-reported outcomes across every price tier — from drugstore staples to luxury spa collections. My goal is to close the gap between what a brand says and what the math actually shows, so you can shop smarter at any budget.
How we evaluate
- Mineral sourcing and clay purity per the label and independent analysis.
- Active ingredient load — concentration, synergy, and form.
- Format convenience and how it affects real-world usage.
- Value ratio: what you pay vs. what you get per use.
- Consistent owner-reported results across duplicate reviews.
Affiliate disclosure
Some of the links on SkinMud are affiliate links — if you buy through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. That doesn't sway my picks; the math and the reviews call the shots.
How to reach Miguel
Real feedback, corrections, or shop-floor stories that contradict something on this site: use the contact page. A real person reads what comes through.