The green tea extract and poultice action of Montmorillonite clay in this unique product work to pull infection, bacteria, and lipases up and out of the skin. It provides extraordinary acne benefits when trying to recover from irritated blemishes. This product blocks the action of 5 alpha-reductase, has powerful anti-inflammatory benefits, and reduces irritation. The green tea extract has EGCG which has anti-microbial and anti-oxidant properties. Montmorillonite clay, green tea extract, and willow bark extract bring powerful anti-inflammatory benefits Useable both as a spot treatment for problem areas & as an evening acne control mask. As a mask, apply and leave on the skin for 5 to 10 minutes then remove with water. It also works well for skin infections, bee stings, bug bites, and other forms of inflammation. Can be used alone or as step 3 in our acne treatment plan pH 3.8