Svetlana Markova
Beauty - how gem: the simpler it is, the more precious it is!
Mar 30 2018
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People have been using such a cosmetic substance as clay for beauty and health for a long time. The benefits of this natural remedy are beyond doubt. Clay powder comes in red, white, yellow, pink, and black. Depending on the shade, the substance affects the skin differently. To choose the right natural remedy for care, it is important to understand it medicinal properties.
Cosmetic clay for face
As a result of the decay of rocks, a sedimentary substance is formed - clay. Depending on its origin, it is divided into marine and continental classes. Being underground or on the seabed, the substance accumulates in layers. Coming to the surface, it absorbs harmful impurities, so before being sent to store shelves, the cosmetic product is cleaned of contaminants.
The color of the substance depends on the mineral composition and place of origin. Facial clay can be:
- white;
- green;
- blue;
- yellow;
- red;
- gray;
- black.
Why is it useful?
From a chemical point of view, clay is a mixture of aluminum oxide, silicon oxide (50%), organic substances and coloring ions (chromophores). Silicon smoothes wrinkles, gives elasticity to blood vessels, promotes healing, and stimulates collagen production. Aluminum oxide particles act like a scrub, removing dead cells.
Thanks to the macroelements and minerals it contains, a clay face mask has a complex effect: nourishes, moisturizes, tightens, tones. This natural cosmetic product is especially useful for oily skin types. It adsorbs fat, narrows enlarged pores, eliminates excess shine, fights inflammation and acne.
Another important ingredient is magnesium. With age, its amount in the body's cells decreases, which leads to skin withering, the appearance of wrinkles and age spots. Clay cosmetic masks nourish cells with magnesium. The copper contained in the composition promotes the synthesis of keratin, which plays an important role in the formation of the collagen layer of cells. Clay powder is suitable for any skin type and does not cause allergies. The benefits of clay for the face are that it:
- cleanses of toxins and impurities;
- whitens and rejuvenates the dermis;
- tones;
- improves lymph and blood circulation;
- activates cellular metabolism;
- saturates cells with useful elements.
How to use
To get the desired result, it is important to enrich the clay mass with various additives: essential oils, berries, fruits, egg whites, fermented milk products, gelatin, herbs. You cannot prepare masks in advance: only right before use. It is better to choose glass, ceramic, or enameled dishes for these purposes. Do not use an iron container: as a result of a chemical reaction with the metal, the mixture will become unsuitable for use.
Clay powder tightens the skin, so when applying it, you need to keep your facial muscles relaxed and motionless. It is advisable to apply the mask in a thick layer. Do not keep the mixture on your face for long. For dry skin, 5-8 minutes is enough, for normal skin – 10, for oily skin – 15. Try not to overexpose the mask, as this will only cause harm. Do not peel off the dried crust: wet the frozen mixture with water, wait until it gets wet, and rinse. To complete the care, a nourishing or moisturizing cream is suitable.
How often can you make a clay mask?
To obtain the desired result, it is important to make clay cosmetic masks regularly, but take a break between procedures. So, girls with oily skin can use the product every 4-5 days, with normal and combination types - once a week, with dry skin - 2-3 times a month. The natural substance absorbs not only dirt and grease, but also moisture, so even with very oily skin you cannot make a mask every day.
Types of clay for the face
There are several types of cosmetic clay. They differ in color and medicinal properties. The natural shade is determined by the mineral composition and the place of origin of the substance. The powder can be white, blue, green, red, black. Varieties of the product can be mixed with each other and other ingredients can be added to make the mask more effective.
Blue
This species is mined in Bulgaria. The blue tint is due to the silver contained in it. Thanks to this chemical element, the natural substance has anti-inflammatory, disinfectant properties and is an excellent antiseptic. The drug nourishes, softens, tones, tightens pores, eliminates pigmentation and fights age-related changes. Blue clay face mask is suitable for women with normal and combination skin.
Green
The characteristic shade of this type of product is given by iron oxide. The darker the color, the more of this chemical element is present in the substance. The green clay mass contains magnesium, calcium, zinc, phosphorus, as well as aluminum, cobalt, manganese, molybdenum and copper. It is recommended for use on dry skin: the substance perfectly restores water balance and cleanses pores. If you have rosacea, it is better not to use green powder.
White
The white clay powder is called "kaolin" or "kaolinite". It has antiseptic properties, destroys bacteria, viruses, microbes, and pathogens of inflammatory processes. This clay saturates cells with oxygen and minerals. Kaolin is indispensable for caring for problem skin with acne, as it has a drying effect.
The white clay mass has a slightly alkaline reaction: pH level 7.0-8.0. Thanks to this, the substance actively fights free radicals. Kaolinite contains zinc, silicon, magnesium, calcium and other chemical elements that have a beneficial effect on the body. Thus, silicon stimulates the production of collagen, aluminum imparts astringent properties, and manganese eliminates oily shine on the face.
Red
This clay powder is intended for girls with sensitive skin prone to irritation and inflammation. The red color is the result of a combination of copper and iron oxide. These components give vitality to tissues and contribute to their elasticity. Red powder saturates with oxygen, improves blood circulation and relieves inflammation. Its absorbent properties are not as pronounced as, for example, green clay powder. The substance is recommended for use in cases of anemia.
Yellow
If you are concerned about acne, pimples, or increased sebum production, make masks from yellow clay. This natural remedy contains a large amount of iron and potassium, thanks to which it removes harmful substances from the body and saturates the epidermis with oxygen. Yellow clay powder is recommended for use on dull, flabby, combination skin.
Black
The natural black substance contains calcium, iron, strontium, quartz, and magnesium. Thanks to this composition, the clay mass cleanses pores and removes dirt, absorbing harmful particles. In cosmetology, it is known as an antimicrobial care product. Black clay powder is suitable for oily skin types: it removes sebaceous shine, stimulates lymph flow, and reduces puffiness.
Clay face mask recipes
A traditional mask made of water and clay is always relevant. It is important to maintain the correct proportions: 3 tablespoons of water to 2-3 tablespoons of powder. Stir the base only after the water has been completely absorbed. Otherwise, lumps will form. The result should be a paste-like consistency. It is better to apply the mask in a horizontal position: as it dries, it pulls the skin down. If you sit at this moment, the effect of sagging skin will appear.
For dry skin
- Mix 3 teaspoons of yellow or pink powder with olive oil.
- Add 4 drops of carrot seed essential oil.
- Stir until smooth.
- Apply in a thick layer.
- Leave for 15 minutes.
- Wash off with a contrast wash.
For oily skin
If you have oily skin, use masks with white clay in tandem with magnesium, talc or starch. You can supplement the composition with citric or boric acid, and if you have acne, with sulfur. To prepare the mask, mix the following ingredients:
- 20 parts white clay;
- 10 parts talc;
- 1 part alum;
- 5 g glycerin;
- 5 g alcohol;
- 30 g of water.
Apply the resulting consistency to your face, avoiding the area around the eyes. Leave for 10 minutes, then rinse with water. To prepare and use a pore-tightening mask:
- Take a spoon of white clay, ¼ spoon of borax, ½ spoon of talc, ¾ spoon of magnesia.
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Add 3% hydrogen peroxide to the consistency of sour cream and apply a thick layer to your face.
- Wait until it dries and remove the mixture with a dry cotton pad.
For normal skin
Nourishing masks with black clay is an excellent remedy for normal skin. To complete the procedure, do the following:
- Combine black clay powder with fat sour cream in a 1:2 ratio.
- Stir. If the mixture is thick, add warm milk.
- Apply the mixture to your face.
- After drying, rinse off.
- Apply moisturizer.
For problem skin
A clay face mask is actively used to improve skin condition. The product cleanses the dermis, disinfects it, mattifies it, and has an absorbent effect. The final effect depends on the ingredients. For example, to relieve inflammation and fight pigmentation, use this recipe:
- Take 3 tbsp. spoons of green or blue clay, 15 drops of lemon juice, 30 ml of alcohol.
- Mix until smooth.
- Apply to face for 15 minutes.
- Rinse off the mixture with cool water.
- Apply moisturizer.
Attention! The information on the site cannot be used as a basis for making a diagnosis or starting self-medication! No website can replace a visit to a doctor. Do not self-medicate based on information on the Internet, it is dangerous!
Help keep your skin fresh without visiting beauty salons different types clay for the face.
The unique properties of natural cosmetic material allow you to rid your face of excess subcutaneous fat and flaking.
Clay-based masks are good at relieving irritation and removing redness.
They are used to treat dry and oily skin. Achieve positive results succeeds due to the correctly selected color of clay and type of auxiliary component.
Many women are interested in the question: which clay is best for the face? Only a cosmetologist can answer this question correctly after an individual examination of the patient’s skin.
To clean and treat oily and combination skin, it is most often recommended to use white clay.
According to reviews, this material is indispensable if it is necessary to correct the oval of the face, which begins to sag with age.
White clay for a youthful face
The systematic use of kaolin-based masks promotes the synthesis of collagen, which provides elasticity to the skin.
In salon conditions, the material is used not only as a whitening or cleansing agent, but also as a nourishing mask.
Kaolin dries and tightens the skin, and also provides slight whitening, so when using it to care for dry skin, it is recommended to add a couple of drops of olive or any other oil to the mixture.
In addition, to prepare kaolin masks, you must use any liquid from the list as an auxiliary component:
- warm water;
- green tea;
- fresh milk;
- dairy products;
- vodka, cognac, beer;
- natural honey;
- tomato juice.
What is the best way to dilute cosmetic clay? This will depend on what problems the prepared mask should solve, because the mixture can be used as a scrub to remove blackheads, to dry out oily skin, to treat acne and other inflammations, etc.
Of the existing versions of masks that are easy to prepare using white clay, the following recipe has become widespread: the clay is diluted with warm fresh milk, in which honey has previously been melted.
The mixture turns out sticky, so you will need to wash it off carefully so as not to harm your face.
Kaolin is considered an excellent antiseptic, which is why it is often included in children's cosmetic products. Since the properties of the material make it possible to cure dermatological diseases, it is added to medicinal pastes and ointments.
Blue (Cambrian) clay for facial beauty
The cleansing properties of blue or Cambrian clay have been known to women since ancient times. Today it, simply diluted with water or in combination with other ingredients, is used to care for problematic oily skin.
The healing properties of the material allow it to be used as an antiseptic and to prevent the formation of acne.
A substance of Cambrian origin successfully heals wounds, thoroughly cleanses the skin and improves its color, as well as:
- straightens wrinkles;
- lightens pigmentation;
- saturates with useful microelements;
- regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands;
- improves cellular respiration and tissue regeneration.
To prepare healing mixtures based on blue clay, you can use the same recipes as for white clay.
Starting treatment problem skin, you can’t stop - then in just a few weeks you will be able to completely rid your face of acne.
Recipe for a toning vitamin mask: in equal parts (0.5 tbsp.), mix blue clay and sour cream 15% fat.
Add 1 tsp to the ingredients. watermelon pulp and the same amount of grape pulp. The prepared mask is applied to clean skin.
Green clay for a fresh face
The natural properties of green clay are similar to kaolin and Cambrian mixture; it is also recommended to purchase it for cleaning the pores of oily and combination skin types, although this type of clay is suitable for all skin types.
The green mixture perfectly copes with oily shine, provides drying and tightening of the face, while at the same time normalizing the hydrobalance of the skin, reducing the depth of wrinkles and reducing their number.
In a word, the benefits of green clay boil down to improving skin color and rejuvenating the face. As reviews say, other types of cosmetic clays can be mixed into green clay.
With its unusual green The natural mixture is due to iron oxide, but, in addition to this component, it also contains other trace elements. These include silver, phosphorus and manganese.
Archaeologists have discovered information that the benefits of this rich microelement composition were proven in the era of Cleopatra.
At that time, accompanying components in recipes for green clay face masks were herbal infusions And essential oils.
Mask against aging skin: take one white cabbage leaf and pour it with cream brought to a boil (¼ tbsp.).
Then the softened leaf is ground to a pulp, and 0.5 tbsp is added to it. l. green clay and the white of one egg. The thoroughly mixed mixture is applied to the face for 7 - 10 minutes, then washed off.
Cosmetic clay for dry and normal skin
Dry skin is a problem that cannot be eliminated only by using special creams. Dryness causes redness, itching and flaking of the skin.
Not only external natural factors (for example, chapping), but also internal ones (for example, unhealthy diet) negatively affect the skin. Most often, the cause of this problem is improper skin care.
A cosmetologist will help you determine what type of skin you have. Dry skin is confirmed by deep expression wrinkles and the formation of folds.
Additionally, you can prove the problem by pressing your finger firmly on the skin, as a result of which the red mark from the finger will remain on the face for a long time.
The test indicates thinning of the facial skin, and most importantly, the loss of natural protection. The situation is aggravated by dust, which, combined with sweating, turns into dirt.
If it is not properly washed off the face, oxygen access to the pores stops, blood flow in the cells slows down, which affects the rate of tissue regeneration and their ability to retain moisture.
According to reviews, certain types of clay help to quickly and inexpensively normalize the skin.
Red clay for mature skin
Red cosmetic clay is also called bentonite clay. This material is found in Azov and is mined in the deep sea zone.
In terms of its chemical composition, bentonite resembles medicinal mud, and therefore the benefits of its use are noticeable not only in cosmetology, but also in medicine.
Red clay is ideal for dry skin. Its properties make it possible to protect skin that is too delicate and prone to allergic rashes.
The benefits of bentonite masks come down to the fight against comedones and acne. Regular use of this product allows for deep cleaning and subsequent narrowing of pores on the face.
The natural properties of the material prevent the expansion of capillaries, so this product should be chosen both for the treatment of problem skin and if the vessels are close to the facial skin.
Bentonite owes its terracotta color to the presence of iron and copper oxide. In addition to these trace elements, it contains mineral salts, magnesium and aluminum silicate, as well as various trace elements.
Bentonite mask for dull skin: you need to take 0.5 tbsp. l. red clay and as much heavy cream as necessary to obtain a creamy mass.
Then you need to add 2 tsp to the mixture. aloe juice and mix everything. Apply the prepared composition to clean skin and keep it on your face for at least 10 minutes.
Gray clay for facial skin treatment
Such compositions clean well and reduce pores; they are used to treat comedones and boils, the appearance of which is caused by inflammation of pores clogged with subcutaneous fat.
This type of cosmetic clay is mined in the depths of the Azov Sea. The material received its color due to the content of kaolin, iron and carbonaceous substances.
When preparing face masks, gray clay can be combined with other types, for example, blue or white clay.
Recipe for a lifting mask against wrinkles: add 2 tbsp. l. gray clay with two tablespoons of warm fresh milk, add 1 tbsp. l. fat sour cream.
The finished mask should be applied to a clean face and left on for 10 – 12 minutes. Regular use of this recipe will smooth out wrinkles, quickly tighten a plump face and improve its color.
Black clay for acne
Black clay contains different types microelements, thanks to which the material not only thoroughly cleanses pores, but also saturates the skin with essential nutrients.
The material is suitable for any skin type. The main thing is to choose the right components of the mask, then keep it on your face for as long as indicated in the recipe.
For example, a mask will be useful for dry skin if black clay is diluted with some fatty dairy product.
To care for combination skin, it is better to choose recipes that use chicken egg whites or sour juices squeezed from fresh fruits or berries.
Black clay is useful for acne– for this purpose, it is enough to dilute the material with ordinary water.
For normal and combination skin, recipes for masks with herbal medicinal infusions are used.
It is easier to choose clay for the face among all the variety of types when you know about the healing properties of each of them. White, blue, green, yellow, pink, red - each variety affects the skin in its own way.
You should choose a natural remedy based on the problems that concern you. Facial care requires an individual approach. By consulting with a cosmetologist, you can accurately determine your skin type and choose the appropriate type of clay.
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Useful properties and applications
Clay is a universal element that is used not only in construction, but also in cosmetology. It is the main ingredient that is often included in face masks and compresses.
Cosmetic clay is widely used in both salon and home care. There are many types of it (each of them has its own application characteristics):
- gray;
- white;
- blue;
- yellow;
- red;
- pink;
- green;
- black.
Each variety affects the skin differently. Clay contains useful elements such as iron, magnesium, calcium, copper. Its use significantly improves the appearance of the epidermis. This makes it a product that can be used by people with any skin type.
Red clay is ideal for people with sensitive epidermis, while green clay combats excess oil. White clay deeply cleanses of impurities. Thanks to its ability to remove dead cells, it leaves your facial skin looking rejuvenated and radiant.
Green clay
It is able to penetrate deeply into the cells of the epidermis, making the skin look fresh and elastic. The antiseptic properties of green clay help cope with oily shine and inflammation. It not only prevents the appearance of acne, but also removes its consequences. Often used to treat dermatitis and eczema.
Of the varieties that are offered to the consumer, green clay is best suited for treating acne and caring for oily skin in general. She is capable of:
- deep cleanse (due to antibacterial properties);
- good at absorbing excess sebum;
- eliminate acne and blackheads;
- tonify;
- tighten pores;
- remove traces of scars left after acne;
- have an antiseptic and calming effect.
Face masks – The best way use a natural product to achieve a healthy appearance and radiance of the dermis. Clay in powder form is used to prepare them. It can be purchased at a pharmacy or natural cosmetics store.
Masks should be prepared only in a plastic or wooden container, since the rock loses its beneficial properties in iron containers.
The clay mask tends to harden. It is not recommended to keep the clay on your face until it dries completely. You can't remove it in pieces. To completely rinse off the composition, use warm water.
The universal composition of the mask, which is suitable for any skin type, includes 1 tbsp. l. green clay and a small amount of water. The ingredients must be mixed until a sour cream consistency is obtained, and applied for 10–15 minutes.
To treat inflammation and rashes, you can add 2-3 drops of jojoba oil to the mask, and use mineral water instead of regular water. Jojoba oil effectively fights germs, and clay moisturizes and softens.
Red and pink
Red (or pink) clay is ideal for sensitive and dry skin. Useful components have a calming and antiseptic effect, combat peeling and irritation on the face.
As part of cosmetics, red and pink clay is responsible for a number of important functions:
- cell nutrition;
- oxygen saturation;
- elimination of burning and itching sensations;
- maintaining the level of elastin proteins.
Pink clay is not found in its pure form. This is a mixture of red and white breed. Cosmetologists use pink clay for sensitive skin. It has a soft and delicate effect on the dermis. Effectively fights irritation, enlarged pores and fine wrinkles. The product is often used for rejuvenation purposes.
Red clay is of volcanic origin. It is rich in magnesium, copper, silicon and iron. Has a beneficial effect on problem skin. Effectively fights oily shine and comedones.
White
The face is the most vulnerable place for pollution. Due to environmental influences, daily makeup and the habit of touching with hands, pores quickly become clogged, inflammation and peeling appear. White clay deeply cleanses the skin, prevents the growth of bacteria, and makes the dermis firm and elastic. It is suitable for sensitive and dry skin. Effectively fights pigment spots, evens out complexion, smoothes fine wrinkles.
Masks containing white clay are used 1-2 times a week. They are applied for prevention, maintaining the health and cleanliness of the epidermis.
For the nutrition you especially need sensitive skin, a mask with the addition of honey is excellent. It is prepared as follows:
- for 1 tbsp. l. clay put 1 tsp. liquid honey;
- add boiled water;
- mix the ingredients until a homogeneous mass is formed.
The mask is kept on the face for 30 minutes. Then wash off with warm water. The treatment is completed by applying face cream.
Yellow
Thanks to its absorbents, the yellow variety is widely used to cleanse the skin of harmful toxins. It has a tightening effect and nourishes dermal cells well. Yellow clay contains useful elements: iron, potassium, zinc, manganese, sodium and chromium.
To effectively smooth out the relief of the face and maintain a healthy appearance of the skin, it is recommended to use a cucumber-clay mask. It includes:
- 1 fresh cucumber;
- 1 yolk;
- 2–3 tbsp. l. milk;
- 2 tbsp. l. clay.
Make a puree from the cucumber, add the yolk and milk to it. The composition is mixed until smooth, clay is added.
The mask is applied to the face. Leave for 10 minutes. After this, wash off with warm water. Moisturizer is applied to the face.
The mask effectively nourishes and cleanses the skin, and the cream gives it the necessary amount of hydration. It is recommended to apply the composition 2-3 times a week. With this frequency, the result will be an even complexion, clean and elastic skin.
Blue
Designed to solve problems that arise in people with oily and combination epidermis. It has an absorbent effect, cleanses impurities, mattifies, makes the skin smoother and more elastic.
Blue clay is the most effective of all types. It has a unique chemical composition and contains mineral salts and trace elements. Due to its absorbent properties, it can often be found in cosmetic products. Such care products smooth out wrinkles, cleanse and soften dead skin cells.
After exposure to formulations containing blue clay, the skin may turn slightly red. This is a normal reaction. The exception is individual intolerance to the product. In case of a sharp deterioration in health, burning or other unpleasant sensations, the clay should be washed off immediately. This allergic reaction requires medical examination.
Gray
It is not widely used in home care due to the fact that it is extracted from the depths of the sea. More suitable for mature skin, helps cope with aging and deep wrinkles. To maintain the optimal amount of moisture and smooth out wrinkles, it is suitable simple mask with dairy products. It includes:
- 1 tbsp. l. clay;
- 4–5 tbsp. l. milk;
- 1 tbsp. l. sour cream.
Clay should be mixed with milk to a thick consistency, add sour cream. Keep the mask on your face for 10 minutes. It is advisable to wash your face with warm boiled water.
Sea clay is suitable for any type of dermis, despite the fact that it is used more often for aging skin. It does not cause allergic reactions, effectively fights dirt and age spots, tightens pores, and relieves inflammation.
Black
Magnesium and potassium contained in black clay have a good effect on blood circulation, improve metabolism, and cleanse harmful toxins. Cosmetic compositions containing it are suitable for dry and oily skin.
For problematic epidermis, it is recommended to use a clay mask with the addition of aloe juice. Black rock tightens enlarged pores, prevents the appearance of acne, and absorbs excess sebum. Aloe relieves inflammation, reduces scars and acne scars. For deeper penetration of beneficial substances, it is advisable to steam your face before applying the mask.
A mask containing rosehip decoction and avocado or jojoba oil is effective against acne. Pour 6–7 tbsp into 100 grams of black clay. l. broth (to obtain the consistency of sour cream). Add 5-6 drops of oil to the mask. Keep on face for 15–20 minutes.
After the procedure, it is advisable to wipe your face with lavender or cucumber lotion. The result of such a mask is immediately visible: redness becomes less noticeable.
Features of using clay for oily and combination skin
Oily skin needs care all year round. A face with this type of epidermis always has a shine due to excessive sebum production.
Increased oily skin is a consequence of hormonal or hereditary factors. Such dermis constantly needs cleansing. Impurities can become clogged in the pores and cause acne.
Clay has a drying property, so it is the best remedy to combat oily shine. In addition to the matting effect, clay has other advantages:
- cleanses of impurities;
- exfoliates dead cells;
- regulates the functioning of the sebaceous glands;
- prevents the appearance of rashes and redness;
- tightens pores;
- saturates skin cells with beneficial substances.
The use of a particular type of clay depends on the problem that needs to be solved. White, green and pink varieties have a drying effect. Yellow, red and blue clay will help to cope with inflammation and rashes on the face.
A feature of combination skin type is the appearance of oily shine in the T-zone and dryness in the cheek area. Caring for mixed dermis requires a specific approach; not all cosmetics can be used.
Girls with combination skin often face problems such as:
- peeling and dryness in the cheek area;
- oily shine in the T-zone (nose, forehead, chin);
- pore contamination;
- skin laxity.
Clay is a natural product; it is able to regulate the functioning of the sebaceous glands and moisturize the epidermis.
Cosmetologists recommend using white, blue and green clay. Each variety contains valuable microelements that draw out harmful toxins from the skin, deeply cleanse, relieve inflammation and dry out oily areas.
Clay for dry skin - which is better?
Girls with dry skin know what aging, lack of moisture and increased sensitivity are. To solve these problems, cosmetologists advise using pink, red and gray clay. It is these 3 varieties that contain elements that protect the skin from environmental influences and whiten dark spots, moisturize, nourish, restore elasticity and healthy appearance.
Dry skin is susceptible to premature aging, so clay masks very important to include in facial care. The pink variety smoothes wrinkles well, tones and increases elasticity.
To prepare a rejuvenating mask you will need:
- 5 drops of the drug Aevit;
- pink clay;
- water.
First, clay is mixed with water, and then a vitamin complex is added. The resulting mask is kept on the face for no more than 15 minutes. After the first use, the skin receives a portion of beneficial vitamins and microelements. With constant care, fine wrinkles become less noticeable and the color evens out.
Clay can be used for the face either in its pure form or as part of cosmetic products. In the first case, the epidermis receives more beneficial microelements. Homemade masks are the most affordable and effective method tidy up your facial skin.
Clay is an ancient cosmetic product. Its different types differ not only in color, but also in properties. This product contains minerals that have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin. Facial clay is very popular because it deeply cleanses, moisturizes, restores the structure of the dermis, and smoothes out wrinkles. To her best properties fully manifested, it is necessary to choose the right variety and combine it with other components.
Types of clay
To know exactly which clay to choose, you need to have information about its mineral composition. Visually, the powders differ in color, this is due to their origin.
Types of cosmetic clay:
- White (kaolin). Composition: kaolinite, silicon, aluminum, calcium, magnesium. This is the most popular variety, it cleanses and whitens perfectly. It is gentle and does not scratch the skin, so the powder is often added to children's cosmetics. Kaolin is used as a basis in the manufacture of masks for cleansing, whitening, drying and nourishing the skin. It is used to create medicinal ointments and pastes, and is added to dry deodorants and powders.
- Blue. The main components are cobalt and cadmium. The powder is also rich in silicon, calcium, nitrogen, phosphate, magnesium, and potassium. pH value - 7.2. Main purpose in cosmetology: cleansing, disinfection, stimulation of local blood flow.
disinfection, stimulation of blood flow 
bleaching and drying 
cleansing, normalization metabolic processes
cleansing and whitening - Green (glauconite). The main component is iron oxide. In addition, the powder is rich in silver, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper phosphorus, molybdenum and cobalt. Properties: cleansing, normalization of metabolic processes.
- Gray. This is a very rare variety that has a unique mineral composition. The main functions are cleansing and whitening.
- Black. This clay contains a lot of magnesium, iron, strontium, and potassium. The main purpose is to establish fat metabolism and cleanse.
- Red. This variety is rich in iron oxide and copper. Gently acts, relieves irritation, restores.
- Pink. The main substance is silicon. Perfectly nourishes, moisturizes and disinfects.
- Yellow (bentonite). Composition - iron oxide, potassium, magnesium, etc. Tones, evens out color.
promoting fat metabolism, cleansing 
tones, evens out color 
relieves irritation, restores 
moisturizes, disinfects
Indications and contraindications
Cosmetic clay has a beneficial effect on the skin and improves its appearance. Clay treatment, problems and types of minerals used:
- Acne (kaolin, blue, yellow).
- Pigment spots (blue).
- Oily skin, wide pores (kaolin, blue).
- Dry skin (glauconitic, gray, red).
- Sensitive type (red).
- Mimic and deep wrinkles(kaolin, blue, glauconite or red clay).
blackheads: blue or yellow clay 
enlarged pores, oily skin: blue 
dry skin: red or gray 
wrinkles: green or red
In order for the product to have a beneficial effect on the epidermis, select clay taking into account your skin type and the problems present.
Clay is a natural, natural substance that in itself does not cause an allergic reaction. Contraindications, rather, relate to the additional components that are included in the composition. cosmetic product. Therefore, first of all, you need to familiarize yourself with the composition of the powder, and if there are components that cause allergies, do not use the product. Before use, perform a sensitivity test.
Useful properties of clay
To determine which clay is best for the face, you need to familiarize yourself with its properties. Minerals have different effects on the epidermis, depending on their composition.
Kaolin (white powder) has the following properties: 
Blue powder is rich in mineral salts and valuable elements, thanks to which it:
So, if the question arises, which clay is suitable for oily skin, then it is better to opt for blue.
Properties of green mineral powder:
- restores the hydrobalance of dry and tight skin;
- tightens the facial contour;
- softens and smoothes wrinkles;
- improves local blood flow;
- evens out the color of the epidermis.
Green clay can be mixed with blue clay. In addition, they can be mutually replaced, since their properties are very similar.
green clay 
for dry skin 
and even out complexion
Red powder is indispensable for those with sensitive skin types:
- relieves inflammation when the skin peels, turns red and itches;
- softens, tones;
- saturates with useful substances;
- regulates hydrobalance;
- smoothes, tightens;
- removes excess fluid from the intercellular space;
- improves blood circulation and cellular metabolism;
- the facial contour becomes clearer.
if the skin is peeling 
and blushes
Properties of pink mineral powder:
- smoothes, rejuvenates, tightens;
- softens, nourishes;
- moisturizes.
Yellow clay - the best option for combination or oily dermis:
- removes toxic substances from the intercellular space;
- deeply cleanses;
- eliminates inflammation (acne);
- improves cellular metabolism;
- tones, refreshes;
- rejuvenates.
moisturizes the skin 
for acne
Functions of black clay:
- absorbs toxic substances and pollution;
- reduces pores;
- absorbs excess fat;
- eliminates acne.
Black - nourishes dry skin, dries oily skin.
If your skin is dry, then you should give preference to gray clay. Its main properties are hydration, enrichment, nutrition.
Terms of use
If you have oily, normal or sensitive skin, then repeat the procedure every 7 days, and if dry - once every 2 weeks.
Applications of kaolin
This white mineral is often used for oily epidermis.
- To prepare a classic mask, take 20 g of clay and boiled water, stir the powder until sour cream thickens. If your pores are wide, use tomato juice instead of water.
- To remove acne, use aloe juice and mineral water (in half) as a liquid component.
- To whiten skin, dilute 20 g of clay in cucumber or parsley juice. The mask can be enriched with lemon juice.
- If you have an oily type of epidermis, take 20 g of clay, 50 ml of curdled milk, a couple of sprigs of parsley, 5 ml of lemon juice. Chop the parsley, mix the ingredients to the consistency of sour cream, apply to the skin. Make sure the layer is loose.
20 g white clay 
50 ml curdled milk 
a couple of sprigs of parsley 
5 ml lemon juice - For acne, dilute 20 g of kaolin in 30 ml of vodka and 5 ml of aloe extract.
- Mask for dry skin: take 20 g of clay, the same amount of low-fat cottage cheese and sour cream, 45 ml of milk. Mix the ingredients until creamy.
- Firming mask: dilute 20 g of powder in milk, add 5 g of liquid honey. Mix thoroughly and apply to skin.
- To nourish and moisturize the normal type of epidermis, you need to prepare the following mixture. Ingredients: 120 g banana puree, 20 g clay, a little sour cream and any vegetable oil. Mix until the cream becomes thick; if the mixture is too thick, add a little water.
20 g clay 
20 g banana puree 
Blue Clay Recipes
Using Green Mineral Powder
- Rejuvenating mask. Mix 5 g of clay, 40 g of starch, yolk, 20 ml of sour cream, 10 ml of olive or almond oil, 5 drops of vitamin A. Treat the skin of the face, neck and décolleté.
Red clay recipes
- You can soothe and soften your skin with the following mask. Dilute the clay in milk until the cream becomes thick, add 5 ml of aloe juice.
5 ml aloe juice - You can whiten your skin using clay and strawberries. Mash a couple of medium berries, add 40 g of clay and 5 ml of sour cream. Mix thoroughly and apply to face.
- The vitamin mixture will help eliminate rashes, brighten and tighten the skin, and make it more radiant. Mash a handful of berries, add 20 g of clay and a little sour cream. The proportions can be slightly adjusted so that the mass has the consistency of sour cream.
- The apricot mask softens, tones and smoothes the skin. Peel and chop a couple of apricots, add clay. Treat your face.
- Exfoliating mask. Mix 20 g of clay with the same amount of flour, dilute the dry ingredients with milk. Apply to face with massage movements, continue massaging for 3-5 minutes.
- Nutrition, whitening, rejuvenation are possible with next mask. Dilute 20 g of clay in cold carrot juice, add 17 g of cottage cheese, 5 ml of honey. Stir thoroughly and apply to skin.
red clay, 20 g 
cottage cheese, 17 g 
honey, 5 ml - Tomato and red clay for the face against acne are very effective. Take one medium tomato, peel it, grind it in a blender, add clay to make a creamy mixture. The mask can be enriched with sour cream. Apply a thick layer to your face.
Application of pink clay
Yellow clay recipes
Black clay in home cosmetology
Applications of Gray Mineral Powder
Now you know what properties different cosmetic clays have depending on, and you can choose a product for your skin type. Follow the rules for preparing masks, and your skin will be attractive, healthy and well-groomed!
Clay can be used as a basis for health-improving cosmetic masks and as an independent remedy. The base mask is prepared by mixing it with clean water room temperature– proportions 1:1. If you plan to use additional components in the composition, then you will need to add less water to the base.
Universal clay – green. Properties: cleanses pores, disinfects the surface of the dermis; moisturizes the skin; smoothes out small expression wrinkles; relieves inflammation; relieves redness in areas of rashes; eliminates oily shine and excessive dryness. Blood circulation in the facial skin improves, its tissues are actively saturated with oxygen. Can be used for any skin type. The procedure time is 15 minutes.
For dry. An excellent choice would be white or red cosmetic clay. They help solve the problems of overly sensitive, flaky, irritated skin. These types of products can be used even with signs of dehydration of the dermis.
Directions for use and recipes: can be combined with ordinary water, applied to previously cleansed facial skin for a maximum of 5 minutes; if you add fatty dairy products and oils, the procedure time is a maximum of 15 minutes; connect the main product with fruit purees it is forbidden; the frequency of the procedure is 2 times a week, if there are no fatty components, then 1. At the end, be sure to apply a moisturizer.
With age-related changes, you need to combine white and red clay in equal proportions, you can add other components.
For normal. The optimal choice is blue clay, it cleanses and moisturizes, disinfects and tightens, nourishes and smoothes wrinkles.
Recipes for use:
- With fruits. Combine blue clay with water to form thick sour cream. Add puree from apricots, peaches, strawberries or any other berries. You can add almond oil or essential tea tree, rosemary, orange to the finished mixture for moisturizing - no more than 5 drops per 1 tablespoon.
- With aloe juice. Mix with clean water, add plant juice at the rate of 20 ml per 1 tablespoon.
A variety of cosmetic clay Procedures with cosmetic clay will be supportive in nature; they can be applied once every 10 to 14 days. Be sure to apply moisturizer afterwards.
For fatty ones. Black cosmetic clay is ideal. The only contraindication is rosacea/reddened acne with severe inflammation.
Rules of application: cannot be kept until completely dry; frequency of procedures – 1 time per week; Before applying, be sure to clean the skin with water and soap, as well as lotion; you need to remove the mask with a decoction of calendula or chamomile; after washing off the mass, you need to treat the dermis nourishing cream or with a moisturizing effect.
Read more about using clay for the face, recipes and rules in our article.
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Features of cosmetic clay for the face
According to doctors, the substance, which is the result of many years of destruction of rocks under the influence of wind and moisture, can be used both as a basis for health-improving cosmetic masks and as an independent remedy. The clay contains silicon and aluminum oxides; various organic substances and coloring elements act as additional components. From quality characteristics can be distinguished:
- absorbs and retains water, including toxic compounds dissolved in it;
- cleanses the pores of the dermis;
- eliminates excess secretion of the sebaceous glands;
- moisturizes the surface of the skin;
- relieves irritation and inflammation;
- has a peeling effect (deep cleansing).
Cosmetic clay can be used by every person Cosmetic clay is often used to prepare facial skin for complex healing procedures. This is due to the fact that it significantly enhances the ability of the dermis to absorb minerals and vitamins from care products.
The main feature of cosmetic clay is that it does not cause allergies, so it can be used by everyone. We are talking about a “pure” product mixed with water - any essential oils, fermented milk products, honey and other additional ingredients of masks make the product hyperallergenic, which should be taken into account when choosing a specific recipe.
Which one to choose for the face depending on the problem
Several types of clay are used in cosmetology, each of which has its own characteristics. Green cosmetics are considered universal because they:
- cleanses pores, disinfects the surface of the dermis;
- moisturizes the skin;
- smoothes out small expression wrinkles;
- relieves inflammation;
- relieves redness in areas of rashes;
- simultaneously eliminates oily shine and excessive dryness.
Regardless of what type of skin this type of clay is used for, blood circulation in the dermis of the face improves and its tissues are actively saturated with oxygen. The result will be a tightened contour, skin firmness, elasticity and a pleasant natural color with blush.
If green cosmetic clay can be used for any skin type, then in all other cases experts recommend choosing carefully.
For dry
An excellent choice would be white or red cosmetic clay, because they help solve the problems of overly sensitive, flaky, irritated skin.
These types of products can be used even if there are signs of dehydration of the dermis, but in order for the moisturizing effect to be 100% evident, several rules for caring procedures must be followed:
- clay can be combined with plain water and applied to previously cleansed facial skin for a maximum of 5 minutes;
- if fatty dairy products are added to the main ingredient, cosmetic oils, then the time the finished product remains on the face is extended to 15 minutes;
- dry skin should not be subjected to aggressive cleansing, so you cannot combine the main product with fruit purees - the acid of the additional component will literally burn out healthy epidermal cells;
- the frequency of the procedure is a maximum of 2 times a week, but if the mask does not contain fatty components, then 1 time a week;
- To obtain a powerful moisturizing effect, the mask should not be allowed to dry on the face - the clay should remain slightly damp.
Dry type of facial skin requires careful attention, because even a slight violation of the rules of care for it provokes severe irritation, peeling and acne. Therefore, after a mask with cosmetic clay red or white Be sure to treat your face with moisturizer.
If the skin already has age-related changes, then to eliminate them or make them less pronounced, you need to combine white and red clay in equal proportions - the result will be pink. It can be combined with other components, and after 2-3 months of regular use, you will be able to notice the smoothing of wrinkles, increased skin elasticity, and its firmness.
It should be borne in mind that white cosmetic clay has a slight whitening property, and in the case of caring for mature skin, this property will be useful - age spots and freckles will become less noticeable.
For dry suitable for skin and gray cosmetic clay - it is mined from the seabed and has powerful nutritional properties. But this product is used quite rarely, because it is not suitable for existing areas of peeling on the face (the usual condition of excessively dry dermis) and is much higher than other types of clay.
For normal
The best choice for this skin type is blue cosmetic clay. It has a combined effect - cleanses and moisturizes, disinfects and tightens, nourishes and smoothes wrinkles. Those with normal facial skin can undergo caring procedures according to the following recipes:
- With fruits. You need to combine the blue clay with cool water until it becomes thick sour cream - the mass should not flow from the spoon/spatula. Next, puree from apricots, peaches, strawberries or any other berries is added to it. When preparing a mask, you need to take into account your tendency to allergies and choose fruits/berries in accordance with this factor.
- To improve the moisturizing properties of the product, you can add almond oil or essential tea tree, rosemary, orange to the ready-made mixture - no more than 5 drops per 1 tablespoon.
- With dairy products. You can combine blue clay with warm milk and bring the mass to a homogeneous paste-like state - you will get a remedy for early wrinkles and irritation. If on normal skin If there are too open pores, sour cream and low-fat kefir will help narrow them.
- With aloe juice. The principle of preparing the product remains unchanged - first, the main product is mixed with clean water, and then plant juice is added to the mixture at the rate of 20 ml per 1 tablespoon. The mask will help get rid of inflammation and peeling - they can periodically occur even on absolutely healthy facial skin.
Normal skin type does not require constant care; procedures with cosmetic clay will be supportive in nature and therefore can be applied once every 10-14 days. After washing off the mass, the dermis must be treated with a moisturizing cream.
Watch the video about how you can whiten your face with blue clay:
For oily
It needs to be dried as much as possible, while simultaneously narrowing the pores and reducing the amount of secretion produced by the sebaceous glands.
Black cosmetic clay copes well with these tasks, so masks with it are recommended for people with oily and problematic skin. It not only corrects the functionality of the sebaceous glands, but also disinfects the surface of the dermis, therefore providing quick relief from acne. The only contraindication to such procedures is rosacea/reddened acne with severe inflammation.
This type is considered the most medicinal; it has a complex effect on skin and not only solves the problem of oily skin, but also makes it more elastic, smoothes out wrinkles, and corrects the contour of the face. To get the most benefit from a black clay mask, You need to remember a few rules for carrying out cosmetic procedures for oily skin:
- You cannot keep the product on the dermis until it dries completely - this can lead to excessive dryness and areas of peeling may appear;
- frequency of procedures – 1 time per week;
- Before applying a black clay mask, be sure to cleanse the skin with water and soap, as well as lotion;
- you need to remove the mask with a decoction of calendula or chamomile - gauze or cloth napkin, apply to the face and remove the semi-liquid composition;
- After washing off the mass, you need to treat the dermis with a nourishing cream, possibly with a moisturizing effect.
Experts believe that it is not worth adding any components to the type of cosmetic clay in question, but it is permissible to add liquid honey or aloe juice to the composition of the finished product - the disinfectant property of the mask will be greatly enhanced.
Which clay to choose and how to use
The choice of a specific type of clay must be made not only according to its properties and effects, but also according to the level of quality. This indicator can be checked at home - a pinch of dry “raw material” is placed in a glass of water and mixed thoroughly. If it has turned into shapeless flakes that slowly settle to the bottom, then you can begin cosmetic procedures.
Poor quality of clay is indicated by the rapid settling of a suspension of sand particles to the bottom of the glass and a clear separation of the contents into water and a turbid mass.
A basic cosmetic clay mask is prepared by mixing it with clean water at room temperature - 1:1 ratio. This is done in a glass, ceramic or earthenware bowl, everything is mixed with a wooden or glass spatula - you need to achieve a homogeneous mass that will be slightly oily to the touch.
You can mix white clay with green and red, this is done in equal proportions. If you plan to use additional components in the composition, then you will need to add less water to the base.
Watch the video on how to select and apply cosmetic clay:
The time the product remains on the skin of the face is 15 minutes, so that it does not dry out (this should absolutely not be allowed), it is worth covering the top with a plastic “napkin” with cutouts for the eyes, nose and mouth. You cannot apply a cosmetic clay mask to the skin around the eyes - it is too delicate and initially dry, so its condition may worsen.
Cosmetic clay can replace salon facial skin care treatments. Right choice The type of this product will solve any dermatological problems (not pathology!) in a safe way. Considering the absence of an allergenic factor, cosmetic clay masks are universal remedy skin care.
