Black clay face masks: effective recipes for acne at home

Properties

Black clay contains calcium, quartz, barium and strontium. Its main properties include:

Skin cleansing. It draws out toxins from the epithelium. Black clay masks also remove dead skin cells;
Prevents the appearance of pimples, comedones - “blackheads”, as it helps narrow pores and cleanse them of sebum;
Tonic effect. Calcium, which is contained in large quantities in black clay, affects cell walls, strengthening them. It is thanks to calcium that the skin does not lose tone, color, and also prevents its rapid aging;
Drying effect. Has a beneficial effect on oily skin, reduces sebum production. This is due to strontium;
Provokes an improvement in metabolic processes and microcirculation, and also helps saturate cells with oxygen;
Regeneration. Thanks to this, black clay will help get rid of stagnant acne, and it also promotes rejuvenation.

Black clay, with its constant use, saturates the skin with vitamins and minerals, thereby protecting it from germs and ultraviolet rays. Also, masks made from this clay have a rejuvenating effect, since the skin after them tightens and becomes elastic, fine wrinkles are noticeably eliminated.

Black clay has a healing healing effect, which is why it is often used for acne and acne.

Why is black clay so popular?

Powdered black clay contains magnesium, iron, calcium, quartz, strontium

The densest, most balanced in mineral composition, containing lipids (fats) is black clay, which is considered a universal cosmetic product for any skin type.

For acne, chapping of the skin, inflammatory processes, blackheads, excessive sebum secretion, signs of aging, loss of turgor density and elasticity, this healing and rejuvenating gift of nature is used.

Powdered black clay contains magnesium, iron, calcium, quartz, strontium, as well as many trace elements necessary for health, renewal, restoration and maintenance of all life processes of the epidermis.

Application

Black clay is widely used in cosmetology due to its medicinal properties. It is found in various products: masks, creams, scrubs. Because it heals inflamed skin areas well. The positive quality of this substance is that it can be used for oily, dry and combination skin.

Black clay is an affordable product, as it can be purchased in pharmacies, cosmetic stores and even large supermarkets. The price for one sachet may vary, it ranges from 50 rubles.

Clay is not suitable for all skin types. Some people only use these masks and the clay perfectly moisturizes the skin, but for some it dries the skin too much. Therefore, before use, you need to check whether black clay is suitable. To do this, you can apply the powder diluted with water on your hand, leave it for 5 minutes, and then wash it off. Next, you can see if there are any allergic reactions, that is, redness or other discomfort. If no reactions occur, then you can use black clay in the form of masks that are prepared at home.

Such masks for pimples, acne and boils should be done systematically 3 times a week for 14 days. Next, you need to maintain the obtained effect by using masks once a week to prevent the formation of new inflammations. Each time you need to prepare a fresh mixture.

Before applying the mask, you should cleanse your skin, you can use a soft scrub. When preparing the mixture, it is important to thoroughly stir the clay so that there is a homogeneous mass. Clay masks should not be applied to the area around the eyes. By applying the clay mixture, you can do a light massage; this will help improve blood circulation, stimulate metabolic processes, and it also promotes deeper cleansing of the skin.

After the clay mixture has been applied, it is better to remain calm, as it may crumble during the drying process.

The ingredients in masks directly depend on skin type

In order to enhance the positive effect of using the black clay procedure, some additional components are added to it. Most often these are products of plant and animal origin. The most commonly used additives are the following:

milk or whey;
egg white and yolk;
lemon juice;
Apple vinegar;
honey;
mustard powder.
decoctions of medicinal herbs.

Those with dry skin types are advised to use clay with caution, especially black clay.

Typically, decoctions of mint, rose hips, chamomile, calendula and string are used. In some types of masks, several components are mixed at once.

It is not allowed to combine additives to masks yourself. Only a cosmetologist can give recommendations on the use of a particular component, since the composition of the mask depends on the skin type.

Recipes

In order to prepare any black clay mask, it must be diluted with liquid. You can use water for this, but it is better to prepare decoctions of herbs such as chamomile, calendula, string, mint, burdock, St. John's wort, and yarrow. The powder is also sometimes diluted with milk.

For acne and comedones, there is the simplest recipe: dilute black clay (1 tablespoon) with boiled water (thick consistency). Apply all this for 15 minutes. During this time, the mask will dry and then you need to wet your fingers and massage your face for 5-10 minutes. Then rinse off the clay mixture with cold water.

Against acne

A mask with black powder, milk and yolk is also used. It perfectly eliminates inflammation and acne. Apply the mixture for 10 minutes, and then rinse it off with cool water. After such a mask, the skin must be lubricated with cream. For dry skin, use a mask made from clay, eggs and olive oil (1 tablespoon).

Anti-inflammatory mask

For skin with inflammation and acne, you should prepare black clay with a decoction of string, calendula or chamomile and lemon juice (1 teaspoon). Mix everything and apply the resulting mixture for 10 minutes. It is better to wash everything off with cold water. This is an effective mixture for removing acne.

Vitaminizing mask

In autumn and spring, vitamin deficiency usually occurs, and the skin on the face needs nutrients. During this period, you can use a mask with black clay, warm milk and liquid honey. It is recommended to apply the resulting mixture for 15-20 minutes before bedtime. But only if you are not allergic to honey.

Tea tree and apple cider vinegar mask

You can use a black clay mask with apple cider vinegar (1 tsp) and tea tree oil. You can stir everything with boiled water to form a clay mixture. The mask should be applied especially carefully to problem areas. This tea tree oil mask is great for acne and blackheads. You need to apply it for 10 minutes, then rinse your face with cool water. And lubricate with cream.

Anti-inflammatory

For acne and red spots, it is effective to use a mask with black clay and to form a paste, add water and aloe juice or cucumber juice in equal parts. This mask should be applied for 20 minutes. After this, you should lubricate the skin with cream. This mixture is great for oily skin, as it promotes the normal functioning of the sebaceous glands. It should be used 1-2 times a week.

Aspirin mask

For oily skin, you can use a mask that includes: black clay, salt (1/2 tsp), lemon juice (1 tsp), aspirin tablet and hot water. To prepare this mask, you must first make a solution with salt, aspirin and juice; for this, the salt must be completely dissolved in hot water. Next you need to add it to the clay. The first layer of this mask should be applied only to problem areas, and then applied to the entire face. Leave for 20 minutes. Acne goes away after several treatments and there is no need to squeeze it out.

Types of clay

As mentioned above, a considerable part of the final effect depends on the specific type of product. There are 4 main types:

White or kaolin

Contains a large amount of zinc, titanium, aluminum, iron. It has a cleansing, antimicrobial effect, is able to fight inflammation, and also absorb toxins. This option will help solve problems of any type of dermis.

Black

The name corresponds to the color, which is due to the high carbon content in the composition. This type evens out the relief, tone, brings the skin to a normal state, stimulates many natural processes, and also stimulates cell renewal. There is no specific affiliation with any type of epidermis.

Brief description of the effects of different clays

Blue

The main substances in the blue mask are derivatives of copper and chromium. This species has the best antibacterial effect. However, besides this, there is: improved blood circulation, rapid anti-inflammatory effect, increased elasticity, stimulation of natural processes of the epidermis.

Green

There is a high content of aluminum, manganese, phosphorus, calcium, and silver. All this makes this component an excellent antiseptic, anti-inflammatory agent, reduces the activity of the sebaceous glands, cleanses and evens out the skin.

There are more than 5 types of different clays, but they are either less effective or have the same, but less pronounced properties.

Contraindications

Cosmetic black clay is a natural product, but everything has contraindications. The most popular is individual intolerance, that is, the possibility of an allergic reaction.

And:

Skin diseases, infectious inflammations that require systemic medication and treatment;
Increased body temperature;
Fungal skin infection;
Lesions in which the integrity of the skin (wound) is damaged.

It is not recommended to apply masks to those who have developed vascular networks on their face.

Reviews

Some reviews from online users:

“I have had problem skin since I was a teenager. I tried various acne masks, but the real effect was visible from the black clay mask. Now I regularly use this mask 2 times a week, and the redness and pimples have gone away, there are no new inflammations. Even the color of the skin changed, it acquired a healthy, matte color.”

Maria Semenova

“I make masks with black clay regularly. I have dry skin and this olive oil clay works great for me. After the mask, the skin becomes elastic, moisturized, red inflammation also disappears quickly. And the main thing is that the effect of the clay mixture lasts for a long time.”

Alina Kiseleva

Anna: Budget-friendly from fitokosmek - black clay mask

Good day everyone!

Today I want to share with you my first experience of using products from Phytocosmetics - namely Kamchatka black volcanic cleansing clay for face, body and hair , which I purchased in the Golden Apple for 50 rubles, guided by my inner Jew.

The clay comes in a cute little 155ml plastic bucket. There is no protective membrane, but the lid is sealed. After opening the seal, the lid still closes tightly and snaps into place, so during the entire time of use, my mask did not dry out one iota.

On the side of the package there is a description of the action of the clay on all three fronts. I only used it as a face mask; I didn’t use it on the body - because it’s a waste, and on the hair - because it would wash off later... (but more on that later).

On the bottom of the jar there is information about the method of use, composition and manufacturer. For some reason, it is not indicated how long this mask can be used after opening the package...

Appearance

The clay is dark gray in color and thick. It has an almost uniform consistency interspersed with small particles of clay. The texture is oily and slightly greasy.

Aroma

Sharp, for me - medicinal-perfumery. It is often described in other reviews as a men's cologne. Unpleasant, but tolerable.

Compound

It is ironic that the ecogolik service did not recognize one ingredient - black clay itself, black clay. But, as you can see, all the other ingredients are natural, so the inscription on the jar did not deceive!

Let's go through each ingredient:

Water is the main component, the solvent.
Tea is an antioxidant, slows down aging; tones, antiseptic.
Almonds - nourishes the skin, moisturizes and regenerates, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, healing, improves hair growth, makes it manageable, antimicrobial.
Black clay has a cleansing, regenerating, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.
Caprylic triglyceride is an antibacterial component and aroma fixative.
Glycerin is a moisture-retaining component, solvent, denatured alcohol; softening, protective, moisturizing effect; solvent, viscosity regulator, emulsifier.
Xanthan gum is a gelling agent and thickener.
Alder - astringent, anti-inflammatory, disinfectant.
Juniper - anti-cellulite, stimulates microcirculation, antiseptic, increases skin elasticity, adds shine to hair, anti-dandruff, tones the skin, improves complexion, tightens pores, anti-acne.
Benzoic acid is a preservative.
Sorbic acid is a preservative, moisturizing component and plasticizer.
Dehydroacetic acid is a preservative and antiseptic.
Benzyl alcohol is a preservative.

And let's finally get to action!

Application

Due to its oily consistency, the mask is applied easily with sliding movements. The texture allows you to apply the product either in a thin layer or layer it to your desired thickness.

After 10 minutes, the thin layer dries completely and begins to crack. But on my combination skin, I didn’t feel as tight as I did with regular powdered clay, which needs to be diluted with water.

Immediately upon application, I feel a burning sensation - such an unpleasant tingling-cooling sensation. It goes away after a couple of minutes, but I still want to draw the attention of those who have sensitive skin to this.

Consumption

Sooooo economical: I use 0.5 teaspoon on my face, and a whole teaspoon if I also cover my neck.

Washing off

The next unpleasant moment after the burning sensation is the process/ritual/campaign (underline as appropriate) to wash off this clay.

It's long and difficult. I can’t shake the feeling that I need to continue washing my face, even when I no longer see black clay on my face. And here the oiliness of this mask is rediscovered to us - after washing it off, a greasy film remains on the face; I don’t know how much I managed to convey this in the photo below:

On the one hand: it’s great, the skin is not tight, not dry and does not itch as a result, like after regular clay. And the skin really feels soft and moisturized.

On the other hand, the question arises: how environmentally friendly is this for pores? Should high-quality natural oil feel like a greasy film on your face?

To be more confident, I prefer to wash my face with foam after removing the mask (PS - why doesn’t ecogolik have an emoticon with a tambourine? I think this would be relevant).

Action

So what effect does this clay have on my pores, tortured by life and ecology? And here it is:

To be fair, I note that in real life some difference is still visible... Well, the skin is basically matte. But this is the first time I’ve seen clay do so... little.

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