How To Choose The Right Clay Mask For Your Skin Type
Different Types of Clay Used in Homemade Facial Masques
Are you looking for a way to care for your skin, without using harsh chemical-based products that are common in so many beauty products? Homemade facial masques are a great option to consider, because you can hand-select the ingredients that are used in the masque.
Many of these recipes use clay as a base ingredient, and it is important that you understand the difference between various types of clay. Here are a few types of clay that might be used:
White Clay
What clay is sometimes called “Kaolin,” and it is very rich in minerals that are beneficial for the health of your skin. This high mineral content includes Zinc, Magnesium, Calcium, and Silica.
There are several benefits to adding this clay to a facial masque, which is why it is a popular ingredient for skin care. For example, it has powerful disinfectant properties to reduce skin infections and acne breakouts.
People with oily skin can benefit from white clay because of the absorbent properties of the clay. It helps by drying out the skin and balancing the oil at the same time. Yet, it is mild enough to use in a variety of cosmetic products, including scrubs, soaps, deodorants, and facial masques.
Green Clay
If you have seen photos of green facials, then it was likely that French green clay was used as the base ingredient in the facial product. This product can now be sourced all over the world, although it was originally sourced in France.
The mineral content in this clay is very high, including Selenium, Calcium, Potassium, Copper, Silicon, Magnesium, Manganese, Silica, and Phosphorus.
This clay is a great option for people with oily skin. But, you need to be careful with the quantities because too much might cause the skin to become irritated.
Yellow Clay
Yellow clay contains the high mineral content that is restorative for the skin, and it offers some of the same benefits as the other types of clay. Additionally, this clay is unique because has slight exfoliation benefits, to remove dead skin cells and revitalize the surface of the skin.
This clay has a gentle drawing action, and it is a great solution for people who suffer from combination skin.
Bentonite Clay
This clay is very rich in magnesium, and it is a popular ingredient because it has powerful healing properties. When the clay is applied to the skin, it can effectively draw out debris and bacteria from the follicle walls to improve the overall appearance and health of your skin.
This drawing action occurs because of the unique structure of bentonite clay. When it is hydrated, the molecular and electrical components of the clay are changed. The result is that the clay becomes similar to a porous sponge and it can soak up the impurities near the surface of your skin.
As you can see, different types of clay can offer different benefits for your skin. So, it is important to first consider the purpose of your homemade masque, as well as the type of skin that you have. These two factors will have an impact on the type of clay that you choose for your homemade facial masque.
