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Hey everyone. I wanted to talk with you a little bit about some of the benefits of doing
a mud mask and the different clays and other ingredients that are used in the Earth mud
mask by Nature's Addiction.
In general, mud masks not only can be detoxifying, but they help to refine pores, increase circulation
to the face and tighten and tone skin to give your face a more youthful look and feel. Each
clay comes with its own personal set of benefits. Just as a side note: It is important to remember,
that clays Will stain your face cloth. So! Rhassoul Clay: Is Believed to have an impressive
absorption capacity due to its high level of ion exchange. This clay reduces dryness,
flakiness, Improves skin clarity, Improves skin elasticity / firmness and Improves skin
texture. Kaolin Clay: This is the most gentle of all
clays and is appropriate for those with sensitive skin. Kaolin clay promotes circulation, gentle
exfoliation and does not absorb oils from the skin. Friendly for dry skin. Having very
sensitive skin myself, I wanted to make sure that I created a mask recipe that would not
be irritating. The Earth mud mask recipe was created with all skin types in mind, as well
as many skin ailments. My goal is always health AND beauty and I do believe that we can all
aspire to have Both! Anyway... The next clay is Bentonite Clay. Bentonite
clay has a high capacity to draw toxins and oils away from the skin. This makes is very
compatible with oily skin. It is a combination of both volcanic ash and montmorillonite . This
is probably the clay the majority of you are most familiar with.
The final Clay in the recipe is Pink Clay/Rose Clay, which is Similar to Kaolin. This clay
is gentle for all skin types and helps promote circulation to the skin.
Now, just combining these clays would have been fine, but it would not have performed
in the way that I had in mind, so I decided to add some additional ingredients.
One of the things I added is Colloidal Oatmeal. This is an effective skin moisturizer. It
contains something called plant saponin which is a natural and mild cleanser. It is Believed
by some to help with rosacea and eczema due to the naturally occurring protein and polysaccharides
which help strengthen the skins natural barriers. The naturally occuring Phenols are thought
to help with inflammation. It Is a soft and mild exfoliator. Has a skin friendly PH balance
of about 5. Next, we have Calendula Petals. Calendula
helps to soothe irritated skin. The petals are antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and immune
stimulating. May possibly help with many types of dermatitis due to high levels of vitamin
A. Lavender Blossoms: Lavender has a record for
being relaxing. It is also said by some to help with skin blemishes/scars. Recommended
for those who are acne prone. Lastly, this mask contains specially selected
essential oils such as Neroli, which helps to regenerate skin cells, prevent scar tissue
formation, fight against broken capillaries and promote smoother skin.
Bergamont oil not only relieves stress, but it helps fight against and heal acne, eczema,
dark spots, hyper-pigmentation, cold sores, psoriasis and give the skin a more radiant
and supple look. Then we have Roman and German Chamomile, which are extremely relaxing, among
other benefits and finally, Frankincense, which balances out your skins oil production
so that your glands are not Over producing oil. It helps to fade scars, even skin tone,
is anti-aging and more. Your mud mask may be mixed with jojoba oil,
aloe vera juice, coconut milk green tea or water. The ratio is 2:1, favoring the clay.
I find that approximately 2 teaspoons of clay, to about 1 teaspoon of liquid seems to be
the perfect amount for One application. The mask should not be runny. It is imperative
that when mixing your mask you do not use a metal bowl or utensil. The metal will react
with the ion charge of the clay and decrease their effectiveness. Once you have applied
the clay, allow it to dry and tighten on the skin for 10-20min. Try to avoid large facial
movements, such as smiling. Pressing a warm, wet cloth onto skin, gently remove the clay
and then rinse your face in cool water. I then follow up with massaging a little oil
into my skin for 2minutes. Choose an oil that best suits your skin type. So, regardless
of which clay mask you decide on, I hope that this video has been helpful in making your
decision. Here's to a healthier and more beautiful you. Have a great day! Bye!