Clay is known for its beneficial properties since ancient times. Even Cleopatra spoiled herself with masks and wraps with clay. There are several varieties of this material: white, red, blue, yellow, green, pink and black. White clay is suitable for sensitive, dry, irritated and even children's skin. It kills germs and reduces inflammation, enriches the skin with minerals and renews it. Red has such a color due to its high content of iron oxide and copper. This type of clay is suitable for those who are looking for the elixir of youth. The most accessible is blue clay. In addition, it is universal. Suitable for skin types ranging from young and pimply to wrinkled and mature. It has antibacterial and anti-aging properties, contains silver ions.
All this makes masks on its basis truly valuable for the skin of any age. Yellow clay - helps preserve moisture on the skin, prevents wilting processes, regulates the process of sebum secretion. Green - a godsend for oily, with a greasy shine of the skin or having areas of different fat content, and also it removes traces of pimples. Pink is the most unusual clay, because it is obtained by mixing white and red. It combines their best properties, therefore, it is suitable for skin irritating from any cosmetics, but at the same time it effectively pulls out the impurities from the pores and significantly reduces their size, eliminates inflammation and keeps the skin moisturized. Black clay - stimulates intracellular metabolism, tightens the skin.
Consider what kind of masks you can make from clay and other useful, wonderful and easily accessible products. Choose a specific type of clay that suits you and your skin, and use any of the following recipes. The main thing when preparing the mask is not to use metal dishes, because the clay can react with the metal (it may even bubble) and its effectiveness will decrease. The preparation of all the masks takes place according to one principle: mix all the components together in a porridge or cream and spread it on the face. By the way, do not make a mask alone, call friends or make it with your husband and children. Leave the mask to dry on the face for 10-20 minutes, and at this time have fun for the glory, and take a bunch of fun photos. Do not forget to wash off the mask or warm water, or wipe off with a wet towel. After that, apply on the skin of your favorite nourishing cream.
Mask of clay from clogged pores and acne on the face
Problem skin is not only in adolescence, it is often encountered during pregnancy, after childbirth, but also because of a long stay in the sun. We offer you a simple mask of two ingredients: clay and apple cider vinegar, taken in equal parts.
This mask helps to open the pores and reduce their size, exfoliates, prevents the appearance of new pollution, treats acne, improves skin tone and makes it radiant.
Cunning: You need to mix the ingredients until you get a creamy consistency. Take organic apple cider vinegar, not made from concentrated juice. Do not worry, the smell of apple cider vinegar will be almost imperceptible. If you have skin that reacts very sharply to external influences, then we advise you to make a mask for 10 minutes and gradually increase the exposure time. Your face may turn red. Do not be scared! Within half an hour it will come back to normal.
Mask of clay analogue Glamglow, increasing the radiance of the skin
Shopping masks are a convenient invention, but they can quickly empty your wallet. Why spend huge amounts on something with preservatives, if you can prepare a fresh mask at home? That's right, why not! Moreover, it is much more useful and cheaper. So, we bring to your attention a mask analogue of the famous Glamglow from Sephora. It not only cleanses the skin and gives it radiance, but also exfoliates it.
Take:
A quarter cup of clay;
1 blister tablets of activated carbon;
A couple of drops of eucalyptus essential oil (depending on the sensitivity of your skin);
A couple of drops of mint essential oil (depending on the sensitivity of your skin);
1 tbsp. l Extra Virgin olive oil;
1 tbsp. l aloe juice;
40-60 ml of chamomile decoction.
Cunning: Rub face with circular movements of fingers when washing face mask. So you exfoliate dead skin particles and the face will look even more beautiful. The resulting mixture can be enough for 5-6 applications. The fridge is the perfect place to store this mask.
Clay and Cocoa Facial Cooling Mask
When it comes to cosmetic care products, both the skin and the wallet suffer. They are often expensive and quite toxic. We spend our money on the best products in the endless pursuit of youth. What we most often do not understand is the fact that all these wonderful jars fill our bodies with toxins, which only accelerate the aging process.
We need natural products that offer real health and youth to our skin and bodies. Here is one of the masks that will help you with this. From clay and essential oils.
Take:
0.5 tbsp. l clay;
0.5 tbsp. l cocoa;
0.5 tbsp. l ginseng root;
2 tbsp. l yogurt;
2-4 drops of mint essential oil.
Cunning: Yogurt is better to take the most natural (it has more nutrients), for example, Greek. Ideal - take homemade yogurt. Cocoa also needs a classic, Nesquik and its analogues will not give the desired result.
Mask of clay, rejuvenating the skin on the face
Our skin is constantly in the fight. Stress, lack of sleep, dryness, dirt, the food we eat and the products we put on our face sometimes work against us, making our skin tired. If we sleep well, we are not under stress, we eat healthy food, we avoid everything that is toxic in makeup and lotions, then of course our skin is in excellent condition. But let's be honest, our life is too busy. Perform all of the above is sometimes impossible. There is an exit! Use of home face masks.
Take:
4 tbsp. l organic apple cider vinegar;
1 tbsp. l honey;
1 drop of mint, tea tree oil or rose essential oil;
2 drops of rosehip oil;
1 drop of lemon essential oil;
2 tbsp. l clay;
2 tbsp. l brown algae powder.
Cunning: If the mask seems too thick to you, you can add plain water to it and dilute it to the desired consistency.
Two-component mask with clay and almond oil for very sensitive skin
Take:
1.5 Art. l clay;
1 tbsp. l almond oil;
Cunning: Almond oil can be replaced with water. However, it is the oil that can moisturize the skin. While water will be a worthy component in a mask for skin with oily sheen and enlarged pores. The mixture can be used on the face and neck.
Clay face mask with coffee grounds
Clay masks have many advantages, they tighten the skin, help in the fight against irritation and significantly reduce the pores. Perhaps it is this mask will become your wand - wand. It is in this mask that you can fully enjoy all the benefits of coffee and clay. Coffee refreshes the skin and helps get rid of dead particles. In fact, this is a recipe for a fairly effective scrub.
Take:
4 tbsp. l clay;
2 tbsp. l coffee grounds;
2-5 Art. l apple cider vinegar.
Cunning: Apple cider vinegar can be replaced with water if you do not want to irritate the already tired skin. If the mixture seems too thick, feel free to add more vinegar or water.
Clay mask for irritated skin
We suggest you enhance the action of clay with the help of other wonderful and useful substances. Apple cider vinegar will help reduce irritation, honey - speeds up the renewal process and moisturizes; lavender essential oil - kills bacteria and helps restore the skin's lipid balance.
Take:
3 tbsp. l clay
0.5 tsp. honey
1-2 tbsp. l apple cider vinegar
5 drops of lavender essential oil.
Cunning: Using twice a week will reduce pore size, brighten the skin, and heal and rejuvenate it.
Of course, some masks do not solve problems with your skin, here you need an integrated approach to facial care. Healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, taking vitamins, self-care. The main thing is to monitor your health and let, you will use these masks only as a preventive measure.
