CLAY MASK AND ITS BENEFITS

Contents

-WHAT IS CLAY MASK?

-GROUPS OF CLAYS  

-TYPES OF CLAY MASK

-BENEFITS OF CLAY MASK

-CLAY MASK RECOMMENDATION FOR DIFFERENT SKIN TYPES

-CONCLUSION

         WHAT ARE CLAY MASK ?

 Clay masks are made from different types of clay that are used to absorb oil and bacteria, leaving you with a clean and clear skin. Clays are used in facial products because of their ability to draw out toxins, impurities and bacteria from the skin .They are made to treat acne and to give you tighter and more youthful skin .

          Clay marks materials differ by their pH. This is a measurement of how acidic or basic/alkaline a substance is. A neutral pH is when a substance is neither acidic or alkaline and it is 7. 

          The skin has a pH of between 4 and 6, making it slightly acidic. The clays used as masks are typically alkaline, meaning that they have a pH greater than 7. The mask will counter the acidity of the skin and strip some of the oils that can clog pores.

           Clays are also used for their ability to tone, tighten and exfoliate the skin. Clays come in many colours, and you can use them as natural colorants for soaps and lotions. 

              GROUPS OF CLAYS

    There are three main groups of Clays:

1.Montmorillonite clays

2.Illite clays

3.Kaolinite clays 

         Montmorillonite clays have strong drawing properties and exceptional for removing oils, toxins and impurities from the skin. These are part of the smectite group which means they absorb. They clear and cleanse the pores and help clear acne. 

         Illite clays get their coloring from the natural clay micas. Illites are not part of the smectite group. These clays are light and fluffy compared to the other clay groups .Certain clays in the illite group are said to be antibacterial ;green illite clay is one of them. This group is used to cleanse and gently exfoliate the skin. 

        Kaolinite clays are used to stimulate blood circulation , exfoliate , and cleanse and nourish the skin. These clays are widely used in cosmetics and many personal care products as well as in industrial manufacturing.   

              TYPES OF CLAY MARKS

 1.)Kaolin clay: It is also known as China clay. It is gentle on the skin, so it's recommended for sensitive skin or for starting with a mild clay option. Kaolin clay is usually white, but also comes in yellow, red, and brown. It gently absorbs oil and provide slight exfoliation of the skin. It may also brighten skin because it is thought to promote circulation.

   2.)Bentonite: It is a swelling clay that expands when it's mixed with water. This ultra-absorbent clay is best for those with very oily skin because it easily absorbs excess oil and bacteria on your face. Bentonite clay masks comes in a variety of colors, including white, yellow, red, brown and black. 

3.)French green clay: It gets its colour from decomposed plant matter like algae or chlorophyll. It is known for its exfoliating properties and ability to pull dirt and impurities from skin pores. 

4.)Fuller's earth clay : It is known to be one of the most powerful absorbing clays and is probably not the best option for those with sensitive skin. It strongly pulls impurities and dirt from your pores and should not be used more than once per week. It can also have a slight bleaching effect on the skin.

5.)Rhassoul clay: It is rich in minerals and has powerful absorption properties. If you tend to have skin that on the oilier side, Rhassoul clay may help prevent and help remove blackheads.

          BENEFITS OF CLAY MARKS 

1.)Improve facial complexion

2.)Relieve other skin conditions 

3.)Treating dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema and rosacea 

CLAY MASK RECOMMENDATION FOR                          SKIN TYPES

 - BENTONITE CLAY : FOR OILY SKIN

 - FRENCH GREEN CLAY:FOR OILY SKIN  

- GREEN ILLITE CLAY : FOR OILY SKIN AND NORMAL SKIN

- FULLER'S EARTH CLAY : FOR OILY SKIN

- WHITE KAOLIN CLAY : FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

- PINK , RED, BLACK AND YELLOW KAOLIN CLAY : FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

- MOROCCAN RHASSOUL CLAY : GOOD FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

- ROSE CLAY : FOR SENSITIVE AND DRY SKIN

CONCLUSION: Here are the benefits of clay mask and it's types. I hope you enjoyed this new information. Thank you for your time 😊😊😊.