The use of clay as a facial mask has been integral to skin care practices in many ancient civilizations. This natural earth mineral ingredient is not only beneficial for oily skin (kapha) with visible pores but is also therapeutic for dry, sensitive or combination complexions. Clay Masks eradicate post-blemish redness and scarring, as well as regulates sebum (oil) production and heals skin. Read on for more on the incredible benefits of natural clay masks.
The Benefits of Clay Masks
1. Draws Out Impurities From Pores
Clay is made of negatively charged magnetic earth minerals that pull positively charged toxins from the pores (dirt, debris, microbes, oil plugs, and other foreign matter) and bonds them so that you can easily wash the impurities away. This deep pore treatment also tones the skin and minimizes pore size.
2. Reduces Blemishes or Acne
Acne is formed when pores get become plugged with dirt, grime, and skin oils, and this pocket is then invaded by acne microbes, causing the characteristic inflamed pimple filled with pus. In most cases, acne treatment is usually not enough to reduce the appearance of blemishes/acne. Being an excellent detoxifier with the ability to absorb excess oil, clay masks quickly reduce the appearance of the different forms of acne such as whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples, which are all only symptoms of the same problem.
Expert tip: For a clear beautifully flawless complexion, exfoliate with our fruit-enzyme-based Exfoliation Mask & Scrub 2-3X times a week. This exfoliator will clear pores, allowing greater penetration, improving the efficiency of advanced skin treatments.
3. Soothes Skin
The evaporative cooling capacity of clay soothes painful inflamed blemishes fast. Clay provides relief to itchy skin and discomfort due to rashes, razor burns, dermatitis, and other inflammatory skin conditions.
4. Balances Complexion
Clay also evens skin tone and prevents post-blemish dark spots. The detoxification process increases blood flow to the skin’s surface, resulting in a brighter, more even-toned complexion.
How To Use Our Blemish Masks
Our Puraveda Organics Blemish Masks are made in a Day and a Night version: On the Spot Blemish Treatment with Bentonite/Kaolin Clay (Day Mask) and On the Spot Blemish Treatment (Night) with French Clay.
After following your dosha-specific Morning Skin Care Regimen, the properly thinned (see directions) Day Mask (made with Bentonite ‘White’ Clay) can be directly applied to the blemish/acne and the immediate reddened area around it. Leave for ~10 to 15 seconds to allow to dry completely and brush off any extra clay. Can also be used under your make-up as a base. For extra effectiveness, thin the formula with any of our Organic Hydrators/Toners.
Note that a mild-tingling sensation is absolutely normal and is a result of drawing action of Clay & Ayurvedic ingredients from the pores.
The Night Mask with French ‘Green’ Clay should be applied to the blemish right after following your Routine Nightly Skin Care Regimen. It is a stronger formula that shows results in less than 30 minutes. For clearer skin, leave it to dry overnight. Remember to use the mask only on the immediate affected area(s).
