- absorbs oil
- removes dirt
- removes impurities
- eliminates harmful toxins
and because of the clay's high mineral content, these masks are also
- rejuvenating
- exfoliating/deep cleansing, which also improves circulation to the skin
- removing debris from pores
There are many natural clays to choose from, available at natural or health food stores, maybe even ethnic markets. But a foolproof way to find some clay is online. Try checking out amazon for all your clay needs! So, how do you know which clay you should use? Use this guide to hep you figure out which clay is best at what.
Bentonite: Absorbing toxins and impurities
French Green Clay: Very absorbent, and literally "drinks" oils, toxic substances, and impurities from your skin. Its toning action stimulates the skin by bringing fresh blood to damaged skin cells, revitalizing the complexion, and tightening pores
Fuller's Earth Clay: draws and absorbs oil from the skin, and is the number one choice for those with oily skin or those who are prone to acne
Rhassoul Clay: effective clay for cleansing, detoxification, improving skin's elasticity, unclogging pores, removing dead skin layers, removing surface oil, improving skin's clarity and appearance, and reducing flakiness and dryness
Kaolin or White China Clay: will gently draw impurities from the skin without removing natural oils while simultaneously exfoliating, cleansing, and stimulating circulation. Is also suitable for all skin types, whether it be oily, blemish prone, normal, sensitive, dry, or mature skin
DIY Natural Clay Mask
I got this recipe from the Ecobeauty book.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp of natural clay powder of your choice
- 1-2 tbsp of distilled water
How to make: Stir clay powder and water together until a smooth paste has formed
To Use: First cleanse your face, then apply the mixture onto your face and neck avoiding the eye/mouth area. Let sit for 15-20 minutes until dry. Rinse thoroughly with warm water, followed by cool water, then pat skin dry.
Product Recommendation
Origins Clear Improvement™ Active Charcoal Mask To Clear Pores has gotten great reviews on Sephora's website, and received a four and half stars on Sephora as well. Customers described this product as refreshing, skin-soothing, and intensive.
Ingredients:
-Active Charcoal: Absorbs 100 to 200 times its weight in impurities.
-White China Clay: One of the gentlest and most effective clays, it draws out impurities and toxins while clearing the skin of excess oil, dirt, pollutants, and other waste materials.
What it is: A mask with activated charcoal to draw out deep-dwelling pore-cloggers.
Hope this post on clay masks was helpful! Xoxo- Paris
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