Clay facial masks: Clay properties
Clay is a natural remedy, has long been known, used for its ability to cleanse the skin, defeating the blemishes, helping the stressed body, cure dermatitis and rheumatic diseases. Among the clay properties are also: being antiseptic, therefore hinders the growth of bacteria inside and outside; being anti-inflammatory, it can soothe inflammation and has a slight analgesic effect; being anti-toxic, therefore absorb toxins and not only, as indeed also absorbs water so it is excellent against water retention. Clay is also remineralizing, healing and energizing.
The clay is endeavored especially in cosmetics, topical, to combat dermatitis, stretch marks, wrinkles, bad skin, dry skin and especially your face especially if you suffer from impure skin or allergies and rashes.
Clay face masks: how to use them
The clay in contact with the water to rise to a pasty amalgam that is distributed on the whole face or on the affected area and is allowed to dry for ten minutes. During this time the clay releases its properties on the skin and after the first applications you already see the results.
How to prepare a face mask with clay
To prepare the clay face masks must use a plastic or ceramic case and prevent any metal object comes into contact with the clay, so you can only use wood, plastic and ceramics. The clay is mixed with long, until it gives life to a smooth mixture (add water q.s.) Basically it comes to water and clay, but you can also add essential oils, honey, etc ...
How to apply a facial mask with clay
Then switch to the application: it cleanses the face, it cleans well and is exposed to hot steam to open pores, then apply the mask, except for the lips and eye area, then finished drying takes off with warm water and apply a moisturizer.
The various colors of the face masks with clay
You may have noticed that there is the clay of different colors, this is due to the fact that the clay always carries with it several minerals which compose it, which have various properties and determine the color (for example, iron or magnesium). Therefore we, red clay, green, brown, pink, white and yellow. We will address specifically those green, white, red and pink.
Green clay has put considerable effort in cases of skin with acne problems, inflammation and helps the skin to detoxify;
The white clay is mainly used to purify the skin, tighten pores and fight chapping of the skin;
The red clay is employed for skin that easily inflamed and are subject to dermatitis or acne-prone skin.
The pink clay is very suitable for sensitive skin, it helps regain tone, regenerates tired skin and deep cleanses.
Face masks with green clay
The green clay has an alkaline pH and is composed of silica and aluminum. And 'known for its anti-inflammatory properties but especially for purifying and detoxifying. And 'particularly it recommended for oily skin because it treats acne, but it is also suitable to treat facial blemishes, eczema and excess sebum. Also few know that it helps to counter the effect of the time, so it is obtained an excellent anti-aging mask.
the green clay use: must not come into contact with the metal but only with tools and wooden containers, glass, plastic and ceramics. For mixing it is recommended to use the salt water which are their major active properties. After putting the water leaves a quarter of an hour to rest, then stir thoroughly and then let stand for another quarter of an hour in a covered container film. In while washing your face, so the lies and let it dry, then rinse.
Examples of face masks with the green clay
Mask green clay for oily skin:
Ingredients: ? cup green clay, 2 teaspoons of honey, ? cup of salt water.
Mix the water and honey, add the clay, leave standing for 15 minutes and stir. It follows as indicated above. Posing for ten minutes.
clay mask for acne skin and blacks points:
Ingredients: ? cup green clay, 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, a teaspoon of honey, 2 drops of grapefruit essential oil, ? cup of salt water.
Procedure as above: add the ingredients, let stand, stirring, stand still and apply. Always ten minutes of installation.
Masks with white clay facial
The white clay, or kaolin, is the most popular among the clays as very pure and delicate. Its properties are functional for all skin types, from oily to sensitive: tightens pores, purifies, moisturizes, makes the skin soft, remineralises and decongestant.
of white clay to use: this too, like other clays must not come into contact with the metal. From when pouring fresh water, it takes at least twenty minutes of rest, in order to allow it to absorb water and is rehydrated naturally. Once you amalgamated there is no need for additional rest.
Example of face mask with white clay
face mask with white clay rebalancing:
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of white clay, 2 tablespoons yogurt, 1 teaspoon of honey, water as needed.
It is a soothing and balancing mask. Pour little clay water, let stand, then mix it with more water and the remaining ingredients. shutter 10 minutes.
Facial Mask with white clay purifying:
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of white clay, 1 tablespoon of aloe gel, 2 tablespoons of rose water and two drops of tea tree oil, water as needed.
This is a purifying mask. One proceeds as above. shutter 10 minutes.
Red clay face masks
The red clay is very rich in iron and contains a low aluminum rate. The red clay is particularly recommended for skin that reddens easily, prone to inflammation, to acne and irritation but it is also recommended for dry skin.
the red clay use: as always avoid contact with the metal and let it sit for fifteen minutes at a time when we are going to pour the water, then mix and apply. It is reminded that He must be thoroughly clean face before applying the mask.
Example of face mask with red clay
Red clay face mask anti acne:
Ingredients: half a glass of red clay, three tablespoons of oatmeal, 2 tablespoons of rose water, 2 drops of tea tree oil, water as needed.
This mask is ideal for oily and combination skin, cleanses and helps combat acne. Procedure and time as indicated for the white clay masks.
Mask soothing and nourishing red clay:
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of red clay, 2 drops of essential oil of calendula, 1 egg yolk, 2 tablespoons of cream (or milk), water as needed.
It is a very suitable for dry skin mask or irritation problems. Add clay water, let stand 15 minutes and then mix with the other ingredients. Apply as always, 10 minutes of exposure.
Masks for face pink clay
The pink clay is particularly rich in minerals and is a sort of cross between the white and the red clay. E 'highly recommended for those who have very sensitive skin, stressed, needing to recover tone. It 'also a decongestant, antioxidant and soothing.
of pink clay Use: is used as the white clay, then you rest before you pour water, then blends and poses. Absolutely no metal.
Examples of clay masks pink face
revitalizing face mask pink clay:
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons pink clay, 2 tablespoons of raspberry, water as needed juice. 1 tablespoon honey, 2 drops of essential oil of rose hips and rose hip.
And 'an anti-aging mask, anti-fatigue and revitalizing. Procedure identical to the previous: pour l?'acqua, rest, mix the ingredients and apply. On for 20 minutes.
Soothing pink clay mask for the face:
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons pink clay, q.s. water, 2 tablespoons of chamomile, 2 drops of lavender essential oil, 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt.
ideal mask for congested and irritated skin. Pour the water, rest, combine the ingredients, mix and hold for 10 minutes.
Natural remedies should be used with wisdom and moderation, in case of side effects discontinue use, in case of severe dermatological afflictions seek medical attention.
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