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Clay is a 100% natural ingredient with numerous properties and benefits for the skin. There are different types of clay for the face , each with its own characteristics and applications. It is interesting to know what each one of them is for.
Clay properties
There are many properties attributed to clay as a natural ingredient for facial care.
- Exfoliate: all skin types should be exfoliated at least once a week to remove impurities and dead cells accumulated on the surface. Clay is a great natural exfoliator, which regenerates the skin.
- Cleanse – This natural ingredient is also a great cleanser as it effectively carries away impurities.
- Soothe – Clay has a large selection of nutrients, such as minerals and vitamins, that soothe the skin.
- Rapid Absorption – All types of face clay are absorbed very quickly. Therefore, after just a few minutes, other types of creams can be applied to the skin.
Benefits of clay for the skin
The benefits of this natural ingredient for facial skin are very varied. Among the different types of clay for the face that exist, each of them has its own characteristics and applications. However, there are a number of benefits that all share.
On the one hand, clay masks close large pores, very common in oily and combination skin. Thus, they act as a protective shield to prevent free radicals from affecting the health and appearance of the skin.
On the other hand, the clay illuminates the tone of the skin of the face , providing great luminosity. This is very important for those who suffer from dark circles.
In addition, this ingredient is a great ally against skin aging . Certain types of clay, such as red clay, have soothing and moisturizing properties, thus smoothing wrinkles and fine lines.
And finally, for dry skin, clay has great moisturizing and nourishing properties .
Different types of clay for the face
White clay
This is one of the most popular types of clay used globally to care for facial skin. It has soothing and rejuvenating properties , making it great for mature skin that wants to mitigate the effects of aging .
In addition, white clay stretches the skin, thus preventing sagging and loss of firmness typical of mature skin. It also provides numerous nutrients, such as minerals.
It is mainly used for wrinkles and aging skin. In addition, white clay is the main ingredient in homemade masks to treat varicose veins and cellulite . Similarly, it is widely used to make home remedies to soothe sensitive skin.
Green clay
Hundreds of impurities accumulate on the skin every day due to external agents such as pollution. If they are not removed with proper facial cleansing , they end up clogging the pores and preventing the skin from breathing. The result is dull skin, without radiance and with an aged appearance.
Well, green clay is characterized by its great disinfectant and cleaning properties. That is why it is a natural ingredient widely used to make cleansing masks that wash away the accumulated impurities on the surface of the face.
One of the great benefits of green clay is that it does not only clean the skin on the surface, but also purifies the deeper layers .
Its use is especially recommended for oily skin because it balances sebum levels. In case of skin wounds, this type of clay is disinfectant and anti-inflammatory.
Red clay
As for red clay , it is perhaps the most unknown of all, but its benefits and applications are also numerous. Increases blood risk, which is why it works very well on devitalized skin.
It can be used to apply heat baths as a body mask in the bathtub.
Rassoul clay
There are those who include the Rassoul clay within the red clay, although we prefer to treat it as a different type. Better known as the red clay of Morocco, it has a very characteristic color, halfway between gray and pink.
It has great nutritional properties and, in addition, it provides a very special luminosity to dull and aged faces. It is also used as an ingredient in the preparation of homemade masks to mitigate sun spots and / or age.
Pink clay
Pink clay is made by mixing 3/4 of white clay and 1/4 of red clay. It is especially recommended for sensitive skin. It has purifying and revitalizing properties that are very beneficial for them.
How to apply the clay?
The simplest and most effective way to apply this natural ingredient is with a mask. This way, all its properties and benefits are used to the maximum .
The ingredients and materials to use are very simple: 1 wooden spoon, 1 wooden bowl, 1 sterile cotton or linen gauze, 1/4 cup of clay and water.
Preparation is as follows.
- The clay is added to the wooden bowl and then, little by little, the water. Mix until you get a doughy and manageable mixture.
- Once the mask is ready, it is applied to the face with gentle circular massages . It is best to apply light pressure with your fingertips to better penetrate the skin. Then, it is left to rest for a few minutes until the clay dries.
- Finally, the facial skin is rinsed with plenty of warm water . The result is instant: it has a smoother and more velvety texture, as well as a smooth and uniform appearance.
The best clay masks for the face
Mask to regulate sebum
This homemade mask is especially suitable for oily skin as it helps regulate the sebum of the skin . It can be used a couple of times a week.
The ingredients are very simple: 2 tablespoons of green clay, water, 1 tablespoon of honey and 5 drops of argan oil. To make it, you just have to mix all the ingredients in a bowl, preferably a wooden one.
Then, the mask is applied to a clean face. Leave it to act for 20 minutes and rinse with plenty of warm water.
Moisturizing mask
This clay mask is great for normal and sensitive skin. It cleanses the pores without completely removing the fat and natural oil from the skin, thus maintaining its hydration.
To make it, the ingredients to use are: 2 tablespoons of white clay, water and 1 tablespoon of yogurt. All the ingredients are mixed to form a homogeneous paste and applied to the face. Leave it to act for 20 minutes and rinse with plenty of warm water. Finally, the face is dried with a cotton towel, gently patting, without dragging.
The best time to apply this hydrating mask is at night, just before going to bed. Thus, the next morning, the skin is glowing.
Anti-stain mask
A perfect clay mask for mature and / or blemished skin. Helps to mitigate them naturally.
The ingredients for this mask are: 2 tablespoons of pink clay, warm water, 5 drops of jojoba oil and 1 teaspoon of honey. Once all the ingredients have been mixed and a homogeneous paste is formed, it is applied to the face, with the hands or with a brush, and left to act for 20 minutes. To finish, it is removed with warm water, avoiding rubbing so as not to damage the skin.
Now is the time for you to choose which of the different types of face clay best suits you and your skin’s needs. It is important that the clay is of quality, 100% natural. To do this, buy it at an herbalist or specialty store.
An ingredient with many properties and benefits to take care of facial skin , with great results. We encourage you to try some of the clay face masks.
Hello Readers, I am Nikki Bella a Psychology student. I have always been concerned about human behavior and the mental processes that lead us to act and think the way we do. My collaboration as an editor in the psychology area of Well Being Pole has allowed me to investigate further and expand my knowledge in the field of mental health; I have also acquired great knowledge about physical health and well-being, two fundamental bases that are directly related and are part of all mental health.