Have you ever felt that sometimes life can get out of hand, if not most of the time? If so, the daily stress and challenges that we encounter everyday shows up on our skin in the form of wrinkles, blemishes and dull complexion. Some of these skin changes are part of the normal ageing process, but the stress we encounter from the environment and within our minds can hasten it. Clay masks can save the day!
Thankfully, mother nature has provided us with natural ways in order to bloom and thrive as she does. Clay masks has been used centuries ago to bring back the skin’s healthy glow, and to be united with nature. Queen Cleopatra even used the clay from the Dead Sea to deeply cleanse her skin.
Clay masks provide various benefits for every skin type regardless of your age. Here are some tips to help you navigate your way to incorporating masks in your skincare routine, because well men have to care for their skin too after all.
Benefits of Using Clay Masks
It absorbs all the gunk and impurities
Every day, your skin comes into contact with dirt, oils, pollution and bacteria. While exfoliation is crucial to getting rid of them, incorporating clay masks into your skincare regimen a few times per week may really increase the ante.
The majority of free radicals or “cell destroyers” are formed of positively charged molecules, whereas clay masks are made of negatively charged molecules. Therefore, clay mask molecules draw toxins from deep inside your pores to the surface and then pull them out. Regular usage of clay masks will make clogged pores impossible to notice.
Editor’s tip: Make sure to use use clay masks as recommended and up to twice per week for better results. Listen to your skin for signs of over-exfoliation, dryness and irritation. Also better to use deeply hydrating products after your clay mask session!
Clay masks give you a brighter complexion
We can all agree that glowing skin is an advantage of clay masks. Dead skin cells that accumulate on the surface of your skin can make your complexion appear dull, uneven and lifeless. Dead skin cells are removed by clay masks and are prevented from accumulating in the first place. The outcome? A complexion that is even and brighter, as well as a surface that is smoother.
Editor’s tip: If you are needing that extra oomph for exfoliation, then find clay masks with added gentle exfoliating ingredients such as BHAs or lactic acid. This will help in removing the dead skin cells.
Clay masks help prevent acne
Redness, irritability, and your mental state accompany breakouts. In addition to being incredibly soothing and pleasant, using a clay mask on fresh breakouts can help get them under control by eradicating the bacteria that causes acne. A clay mask detoxifies your pores while removing bacteria to stop breakouts in the future and cleaning it from the surface of your skin to stop it from penetrating. Clay masks can help you get clearer skin whether you struggle with occasional blemishes or have acne-prone skin. Affordable price for your peace of mind, eh?
Balances the skin’s natural oils and hydration levels
While clay masks are beneficial for all skin types, their ability to absorb oil makes them especially beneficial for oily skin. All clay masks remove shine, but those produced with white clay or kaolin clay are more soft (excellent if your skin is already sensitive). Practice patience and prudence, as with everything. In fact, if you absorb too much oil, your skin may overcompensate by producing excessive amounts of sebum which leads to a vicious cycle of overproducing oil, which can lead to inflamed skin and damaged skin barrier (aka more breakouts).
Helps blood circulate to the skin cells
Redness, irritability, and your mental state accompany breakouts. In addition to being incredibly soothing and pleasant, using a clay mask on fresh breakouts can help get them under control by eradicating the bacteria that causes acne. A clay mask detoxifies your pores while removing bacteria to stop breakouts in the future and cleaning it from the surface of your skin to stop it from penetrating. Clay masks can help you get clearer skin whether you struggle with occasional blemishes or have acne-prone skin. Affordable price for your peace of mind, eh?
Refines pores for the glass skin
Everyone has pores, which we would all like to embrace, but occasionally they might look larger than usual (especially when they’re clogged), which can make your skin feel less smooth. One advantage of clay masks that we adore is their capacity to tighten and refine your pores. The outcome? more even skin tone and a smoother and refined texture. By cleaning up your pores too, your skin gets to absorb more of the skincare products that you use
Easy to Use in Routine
Because they are so easy to use, clay masks were probably one of the first cosmetics we tried. Just simply begin with clean and damp skin, spread it evenly, enjoy your coffee, and then take it off before after it has dried. I will create another post on how to use clay masks more properly, and no you don’t have to wait until it’s totally dried out!
Clay masks is one of those skincare products that will benefit all skin types of all ages. However, make sure to do patch testing first to see if you will have any adverse reactions to it. Life can be difficult and overwhelming at times, but nature has provided us with a way to overcome adversity in style and glowing skin!
Until you read from me again.