We always wonder what natural ingredients can we use to give our skin the maximum care and nourishment. We are always on the lookout for something that makes our skin glow and healthy.
Natural face masks made of kitchen ingredients, fruit juices, and other products can only do so much for glowing skin, but we require something that gives us relatively long-time benefits with zero side effects.
What comes us an answer to this query are the various miraculous clays. Clay masks are not new inventions; they have been used for ages to attain glowing, radiant skin. We at Beauty Tips By Nim bring you the different clays you can use for glowing skin:
1. Bentonite Clay:
Bentonite clay is one of the most useful and beneficial clays in existence for topical treatment. It is composed of volcanic ash and contains a high amount of a soft mineral called montmorillonite.
When mixed with water, this clay swells up and produces a negative charge. When used as a topical treatment, Bentonite clay draws out toxins from the skin pores along with bacteria, impurities, and excess oil. It also unclogs your skin pores and tightens your skin. If you have acne-prone and/or oily skin, this clay mask is one of the best topical treatments you can apply to your skin for the desired glowing effect.
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2. Fuller’s Earth Clay:
Fuller’s Earth or Multani Mitti is one of the most popular clay masks all over the world and for the right reasons too. If you are facing a problem with acne or oily skin, this clay mask comes to your rescue. It has amazing impurities, dirt, and sebum absorbing and mild bleaching qualities along with being enriched montmorillonite, kaolinite, and attapulgite. You can use it to address hyperpigmentation too and it will have a cooling effect on your skin.
3. Kaolin Clay:
Available in different shades, each with its unique qualities.
The White Kaolin Clay is the gentlest in the group and you can find it infused in many beauty products. This clay is safe to use on skin types as it offers mild exfoliation and softens your skin, making it glow.
The Red Kaolin Clay as the shade suggests has the strongest ability of absorption of impurities and excess sebum inside in the skin pores and on the surface. Ideal for those who have oily skin type, you can use this mask at the end of the week give yourself the detoxifying treatment you deserve and you will notice after one application that your active acnes are gone to a large extent.
The Yellow Kaolin Clay is the middle version you can opt for its fantastic qualities like it boosts blood circulation to the face, cleanses your skin and exfoliates your skin surface, remove dead skin. Your skin is left with a clear, regenerated, bright complexion with a glowy look.
The Pink Kaolin Clay is a blend of properties you can find in white and red kaolin clay. Perfect to remove sun tan and regenerate your skin and boosts your skin cell turnover. Just apply the paste of pink kaolin clay any time of the day for 10 minutes at least and you will be left with smooth, gorgeous, glowing skin.
4. Rhassoul Clay:
Originated from the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, this exotic clay is enriched with amazing mineral properties. Also used as skin massage clay in spas all over the world (no wonder why), this clay creates a smooth paste with water and absorbs so well into your skin.
This clay helps in removing dead skin cells and flaky skin from the surface and cleanses your skin off any impurities. Your congested and oily skin will be cleared off excess sebum and you will be rewarded with glowing skin. You can give yourself a salon treatment at home with this clay.
5. French Green Clay:
Now there are mainly two classifications of french green clay;
First is the French Green Illite clay. Also called sea clay or marine clay for its colors and properties. French Green Clay is enriched with trace minerals like calcium, aluminum, magnesium, etc. All of which makes this clay a perfect mask to use for glowing skin. Along with the mineral-containing properties, this clay also contains iron oxides, decomposed plant matter, and detoxifying abilities. You will be left with toned, clarified, clear, and glowing skin.
Second is the French Green Montmorillonite. This clay has a high amount of minerals like magnesium, calcium, and silica. Darker than the other French Green clay, you can mainly find this montmorillonite clay in the South of France. As it contains the mineral montmorillonite, you can see this clay swell when blended with water. You can use this clay to draw out the impurities on your skin surface, along with dirt and excess sebum. You will be left with tightened, spotless, and glowing skin after using this miraculous clay. It proves to be one of the more effective clay masks for natural glowing skin
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6. Umbrian Clay:
Originating from its namesake place Umbria, Italy, the Umbrian clay is enriched with rich minerals and extraordinary properties. One of the best clay you can use for glowing skin, Umbrian clay will unclog your skin pores, reduce the severity of acne and pimple breakouts, provide relief to your skin, and subside irritation.
This clay also contains anti-inflammatory properties, so in case your breakouts and irritations are accompanied by swelling, this clay will cater to that and provide the best cure. Perfect for achieving the glowing look you desired and so much more.
How to Use These Clay Masks?
Commonly you can mix the clay powder with water, voila, you have got yourself a clay mask. But more benefits for your skin and to achieve a natural glowing look, you can add in a couple of common steps and remember a set of rules for the best use of these clay masks.
There are numerous additions you can make to a clay mask; such as:
- Rosewater (as a substitute for water)
- Oats
- Honey
- Essential oils like coconut oil, olive oil, etc
- Buttermilk
- Cold milk
- Herbs like lavender and chamomile
- Yogurt
- Aloe vera juice and orange peel
These are some of the additions you can make to your clay masks to increase their qualities. They will provide the mask with enriched hydration and nourishment. For instance, a few drops of rose water into a clay powder paste infuses it with enriching properties like improving blood circulation to the face and boosting nourishment.
Some of these masks may react to different skin tones. While all the listed above clay mask powders are known to be ideal for oily and normal skin types, normal and sensitive skin types should do a patch test before using any of these masks.
You can blend different ingredients with the clay powder, create a paste and let it rest on your face for about 10-15 minutes. It is advisable to make only one addition to the clay mask you are going to use. Use a clay mask only once or twice a week at least as it can make your skin dry, flaky, and brittle if used regularly.
Other clay powders that you can use to create a clay mask for glowing skin are French pink clay, and Cambrian blue clay. Do share with us your review after using the clay masks in the comments. Also, tell us if you have any extra suggestions for clay powder for glowing skin that we might have missed.
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FAQs on Effective Clay Masks for Natural Glowing Skin:
Does clay mask tighten skin?
Yes. All of the above clay masks have proven skin tightening qualities in themselves. Just create a paste of any clay powder with water or rose water for improved blood circulation too. And you have got yourself tighten glowy skin just after 15 minutes of application of the mask. Remember to rinse the mask off after 15 minutes with cold water and a wet towel.
Can I leave a clay face mask on overnight?
It is advisable not to leave a clay mask on your face overnight as it has drying agents infused. Especially for dry and sensitive skin types, clay masks should only be left to rest on the skin for about 5-7 minutes maximum.
Can I use a clay mask on pimples?
Clay masks like Bentonite, Kaolin, and more are proven to have marvellous effects on active pimples. All you have to do create a clay mask paste, apply it on the pimple-affected area and rinse it off with cold water or wet towel gently. Be sure to do it only once or twice; you do not want to risk drying the area. You can ideally use Umbrian clay for reducing the severity of your pimples too.
Is it bad to use a clay mask every night?
Your skin can become extensively dry if you use clay mask regularly every night. It is better to use a clay mask only twice or thrice a week, followed by a moisturizer and face mist for extra hydration and nourishment.
Which clay is best for skin whitening?
Yellow kaolin and white kaolin clays are best for skin whitening. Just take a tablespoon of any of the shade of Kaolin clays, and blend it with water or aloe vera gel for maximum benefits. Leave it for 10 minutes, and after rinsing the clay mask off, you will see a white glowy look present on the skin.
