Make a clay mask tonight and wake up to a new face!
In today’s blog post, I feel like teaching you how to make a clay mask.
This clay mask is totally customizable according to your preference and needs.
I will teach you the basic information and from there, you’ll be able to explore yourself.
I am a facial mask lover myself. I have put a lot of foodstuffs on my face like turmeric, honey, milk, eggs, egg yolk, egg whites, sugar, rice flour, and yogurt.
After graduating with a Certificate in Facial Masque Therapy, I learned even more new things about facial masks!
And this is where I will show you how to take your boring, plain facial mask to a whole new level!
Let’s get started.
Ok, I shall break it down into 2 chunks:
- The Theory
- The Practical
The Theory
Facial masks used to be an exclusive treatment in the spa. They are still believed to be one of the expensive types of facial for a client until today.
But now, you can see facial masks sold in packets and tubes, ready to be applied on the face. There are hundreds of types in the market now.
Like this one is by Andalou Naturals, Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask.
It’s one of their Brightening series. Of course, if you use it then it brightens your skin.
A facial mask is a rinse-off product that you apply on the skin between 5 to 20 minutes. Its main function is to supply the skin with a boost of skin foods full of nutrients. At the same time, they draw dirt, dead skin and impurities off your skin to reveal a natural glow.
There are literally hundreds of masks with different functions. Let me name some:
- Whitening mask
- Moisturizing mask
- Anti-aging mask
- Renewal mask
- Regenerating mask
So depending on what you want or need, choose the right mask.
Even if you’re going to make a simple facial mask with ingredients in your kitchen, you need to know what function it has to your skin.
- Egg whites – ‘pulls’ out oil from your skin
- Egg yolk – supply important nutrients such as Omega 3, tightens your skin and shrinks pores
- Rice flour – an instant uplift and brightening agent
- Lemon – acts like an astringent, brightening agent and not suitable for sensitive skin as it may sting your skin
Ensure you know your skin type before you attempt to do any homemade skincare.
Be careful of inexperienced bloggers’ advice and Pinterest recommendations.
No one will take responsibility for your own skin.
What is clay and how to use it?
Most bloggers will tell you what clay to buy. But in my blog, I will show you which one to use for your skin type.
There are many common ones such as Kaolin Clay, Bentonite Clay, Green Clay, Fuller’s Earth, Rhassoul, etc.
Clay is an earth material derived from rocks. Yes, rocks. It’s not just used for cosmetics, the olden tribal people use it to make pots and pans and also to make bricks for their houses.
In cosmetics, clay can be used as a thickener, stabilizer, colorant and it can be found in your toothpaste too!
If you’re going to make your own clay mask after this, do take note that Clay is notoriously hard to preserve.
This means you cannot keep the product for long. Even if you keep it in the fridge, it will turn bad eventually.
The reason is that Clay contains a lot of active ingredients. Once it contacts with water or a liquid medium, it becomes ‘activated’. Like it becomes ‘alive’. So you may want to make just nice for one-time use.
In today’s post, I will teach you how to use 2 types of clay: Kaolin Clay and Rhassoul Clay.
Benefits of Kaolin Clay
- Purifies and cleanses the skin
- Has mattifying effects
- Has moisturizing effects
- Is not rough, makes a soft exfoliant agent
- Neutralizes acidity
- Effectively removes oil, dirt, and grime off the skin
- Suitable for sensitive, dry and dehydrated skin
Benefits of Rhassoul Clay
- Purifies and exfoliate the skin
- Absorbs excess oil and sebum
- Has anti-aging properties
- Brightens and uplift the skin
- Suitable for oily, acne and blackhead prone skin
So now you have an idea which Clay to use? Great!
We’ve come to the practical part of How to make a clay mask!
How to make a clay mask: Practical
This is my original recipe. Feel free to change it, tweak it, share it and make it into your own Clay Mask Party!
1 tbsp Rhassoul Clay
1 tbsp Spirulina Powder
1 tbsp Hibiscus Flower Powder
Ok, that’s the powder part. You’re going to need the liquid part to mix everything into a lovely, thick paste.
This is where the fun begins.
Water – Makes a very good versatile medium. Viscosity depends on how much water you add. More water means more runny.
Honey – Makes a very thick paste. Provides anti-aging, anti-inflammatory properties, however, it can be very difficult to mix
Apple Cider Vinegar – I don’t recommend this medium because it’s acidic and not suitable for sensitive skin. Try not to use ACV.
Yogurt – Makes the paste looks and smells delicious but DON’T eat it. Yogurt has gentle exfoliating, brightening and anti-inflammatory properties. If you get it fresh from the fridge, it’s even better because a cold mask is so relaxing!
Want to make it a more rewarding experience?
Add 1-2 essential oils!
Geranium – anti-aging properties and smell great!
Frankincense – regenerating and repair properties
Lavender – relaxing and repairing properties
Clove oil – perfect for acne prone skin
Here’s mine with Hibiscus and Kaolin!
Now it’s your turn to make a Clay Mask! Go on and have fun.
If you’ve made one tonight, remember to share your own organic homemade masks in the comments!
Questions?
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