Black clay masks

black clay - the most dense and rich in color consistency among similar ones, rich in magnesium, iron, calcium. It is a dark (almost black) powder with a dense, oily texture and is often used as part of homemade face masks. A black clay mask can perform several functions at the same time, including cleansing, disinfecting and rejuvenating the epidermis.

black clay It has long established itself as an affordable and effective skin care product, while it is suitable for absolutely any skin type - from dry and problematic to oily and age-related. Black clay has several properties due to which it is used not only in home but also in professional care:

• Saturated with a complex of useful trace elements, black clay perfectly cleanses the skin and pores, removes impurities from the inside and from the surface of the epidermis.
• Its components enhance skin regeneration processes, which allows you to achieve a uniform shade, get rid of pigment formations and even uneven texture.
• It is used to care for oily and problematic skin, decollete and back due to the possibility of regulating the production of skin sebum, normalizing the latter process.Black clay has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
• The components of the powder dry the skin and fight acne, inflammation, post-acne.
• As part of a homemade mask, black clay can nourish the epidermis well due to additional components, because it is able to enhance their "work".
• Facial masks based on black clay shown for the care of oily and combination dermis and are used at home up to 2 times a week.
• Home formulations based on this component help get rid of cellulite by increasing cell metabolism and regeneration processes

A black clay mask is essential for skin care, whether it's homemade or store-bought, there are a few things to keep in mind when applying this product:

• Making a homemade mask based on black clay comes down to diluting the powder in warm boiled water. Do not use boiling or too hot water - this will save the product from valuable trace elements;

• It is recommended to apply the mask on a cleansed face: before the procedure, it is recommended to use a scrub or peeling, you can steam your face a little;
• You need to distribute the finished composition along the massage lines, avoiding the thin area around the eyes and lips;
• The classic exposure time of the mask is 10-15 minutes. Do not overexpose the composition, as soon as you feel tightness, immediately wash off the mask with warm water;
• After removing the composition, be sure to apply a moisturizing day or night cream..
• Such a procedure can be carried out 1 time in 7-10 days for normal and combination skin and up to 2 times for oily and problematic dermis.
• Cosmetologists recommend making such masks in courses, that is, use the mask for 7-10 weeks, then take a break for 2-3 weeks.
• Do not leave the mask on your face for a long time, that is, until completely dry. This can dry out the skin.

Like any other cosmetic product, black clay has a number of contraindications and is not recommended for use in the following cases:

• With too dry, atopic skin, with rosacea and open inflammation;
• In case of intolerance to the components of the composition or allergies;
• With neuroses.

The clay mask based on black powder is very easy to prepare. - to obtain a classic composition, it is necessary to mix an approximately equal amount of warm boiled water and clay. It is advisable to prepare the mixture in ceramic or glassware, stir with a wooden spoon or spatula.

black clay combined with almost all known components to enrich its composition: you can add citrus essential oils to give tone, tea tree or propolis for an antibacterial and drying effect, jojoba or shea oil for moisturizing, activated charcoal for cleansing.

• Cleansing

Combination and oily skin needs high-quality cleansing: a black clay facial mask based on calendula and lemon juice will help with this. Mix the components together and leave on the face.

A superior purifying mask based on black clay obtained with activated charcoal - add a crushed tablet to the powder diluted in water.

Badyagi and black powder mask allows you to get rid of acne, staging, scars, it cleans the pores well. The clay substance is prepared simply: mix two powders in equal proportions and dilute them with water to a state of non-liquid slurry.

• Whitening

Mix black clay diluted with water with sour cream and milk, finely chopped parsley. Water can be completely excluded from such a mask or diluted with milk - this point is not critical, since the most important - the whitening effect is rendered by parsley pulp.

• For oily and problem skin

classic mask based on a fragrant rich black powder is very simple: mix clay and warm water until a non-liquid slurry is obtained, apply the composition on the face for up to 15 minutes. The thinner the layer of the mask, the faster it will dry, so it is recommended to apply the composition in a denser layer (in no case should you wait for the mask to dry completely).

Get rid of acne a classic mask with the addition of an extract of a string or an infusion of this plant will help.

• Against inflammation

Good mask for inflammation and irritation, based on black clay and aloe juice, add a few drops of liquid honey to the composition (in the absence of an allergy to the component) and applesauce. Such a mask will not only moisturize the skin well, but also give the epidermis a uniform shade, a pleasant healthy shine, and significantly reduce inflammation.

Next recipe: dissolve gelatin in hot water and leave it to swell, mix black clay with water and mix the two finished compositions together.

• Against acne

Dilute black clay based on herbal decoction - wild rose, calendula or chamomile, add a few drops of essential oil of tea tree, lemon, avocado.

Mix water with apple cider vinegar 1:1, add black clay and stir to make a slurry, add a few drops of tea tree extract.

This video contains another recipe. black clay masks for problem skin.

A well-known brand product cleanses the skin well and fights the problem of enlarged pores. The black scrub mask effectively fights the keratinized layer of cells - the epidermis, evens out the complexion and provides it with a uniform texture. Red algae in its composition act as a powerful antioxidant and normalize the natural production of collagen, elastin, participate in the water and metabolic processes of cells.

A homemade black clay mask for cellulite can help reduce the appearance of orange peel and visibly even out skin texture. A similar body mask can be used both in pure form (water + clay), and with the addition of components such as essential oils (orange, lemon, cinnamon, green coffee and others) for enhanced cell function and their regeneration, honey, mustard, red pepper .

The black clay mask is especially liked by women with problematic and oily skin. - the dense texture of the composition dries up inflammation well and perfectly fights black spots, comedones, enlarged pores and uneven skin tone. Black clay age masks are also very popular - women note a noticeable tightening effect from the use of the composition after 2-3 weeks of use, additional components such as essential oils - apricot kernel, hazelnut, shea, macadamia for simultaneous nutrition can achieve the desired effect.