Mask it with Clay- Benefits of Using Different Types of Clay in Your Skincare Routine

Out of all the fancy creams and thousands of beauty products, clay is one such element that can easily add up to your skin health. Clay has been used for centuries to make skin brighter and radiant. Face masks made with clay can do wonders to your skin health while eradicating the impurities, breakouts and giving it a matte and oil-free look. Whatever your skin type is- clay masks can easily cleanse out, hydrate and nourish your skin while making it all glowing and shiny.

Here are some clay masks and their benefits that can make your skin supple while removing the dirt, oil and pollution. If you are confused about how to choose the correct clay mask according to your skin then keep reading! Don’t worry as we also cover you on how to use these clay masks to get the best results.

• Bentonite clay: This type of clay is great for your pores and can easily eradicate any toxicity from your pores while giving your skin a great detox. This clay is really useful for the acne-prone skin and can purify the oily skin like no other. Any kind of bacterial or fungus impurities can easily be solved by swearing by the application of this clay. Not only this, but it also provides skin tightening properties and can easily tighten up the loose skin. All you have to do is mix it with some water and apply it over your face and neck and let it be to dry. Once done, wash off and see your skin concerns fading out!
• Fuller’s earth clay: Another name of this clay is Multani Mitti and it is mostly used to clean out the excess oil and dirt from the face. This clay is well known to address hyperpigmentation as it contains mild bleaching properties. Combine it with some rose water and apply it on your neck and face and wash off once dry.  Use this clay mask twice a week for effective results.
• Green clay: Green clay is one of the great choices to purify and detoxify your skin. This clay is extremely smooth and absorbent due to which it can easily eliminate dirt, oil and filths from the skin. People with oily and dull skin should definitely incorporate mask made from this clay in their skincare routine as it can easily mattify the skin, fight acne and tighten pores. Mix it in some honey and water for effective results.   
• Kaolin clay: Kaolin clay comes in several colours like white, yellow, red, and pink and can do wonders to the skin like nothing else. It is extremely gentle in nature which makes it a perfect choice for those who have sensitive and dry skin type. This clay is not very absorbent and can gently detoxify the skin while removing acne or pimples if any. Mix this clay with some water and apply it over your neck and face and leave it to dry. Once dry, wash off and pat dry.

Footnote

Do incorporate these clay masks in your skincare routine to refine your pores and to get bright, smooth and refreshing skin.