Make Your Own Nourishing Clay Face Masks

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Make Your Own Nourishing Clay Face Masks

by Kolbjørn Borseth of Aromantic

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Raw Materials for Face Masks

The main ingredient in face masks is Clay. Clay is available in different colours and has a long tradition of use in natural medicine in many parts of the world. Clay is mixed with water or herbal infusions and other active ingredients in creams, bath and hair products, face masks, packs etc. Clay is rich in minerals and active enzymes. Clay treatments stimulate the circulation of the blood and lymph systems, remove dead skin cells and absorb dirt and other surface fats. They also tone and strengthen the connective tissues. Clay stimulates blood circulation and draws toxins and superfluous fat from the skin. It contracts and tones the skin and strengthens the connective tissue. Because of these many properties, clay is very useful for treating the following conditions:Acne and other skin problems - Use the clay in creams, cleansers, lotions, face masks and baths. Poor blood circulation - Use in face masks and body packs. Poor lymph circulation - Use in face masks and body packs. Sunburn and general burn damage to skin - Use in creams lotions, baths and face masks. A blend of clay, aloe vera, tea tree and lavender is outstanding for all kinds of burns. Irritated and sensitive scalp - Use in shampoos and hair packs.Here is a recipe I used on the Ruby Wax show for BBC1 television n the UK and a lot of these raw materials you can find in your own fridge or cupboard.

The ‘Ruby Wax’ Avocado / Cucumber Facemask

Stage 1:1/4 cup cucumber, peel and chopped1/4 cup avocado flesh3 tablespoons finely powdered oats (for mild peeling)3 tablespoons of water1 tablespoon lemon juice (squeezed from lemon)1 teaspoon honeyStage 2:8-9 tablespoons clayFew drops of essential oils (optional)Method:Stage 1:Puree the cucumber and avocado flesh in a food processor until it is smooth with the water and lemon juice Then add all the other ingredients in Stage 1.Stage 2:Pour out the mix from the blender into a bowl and then whisk in the clay. Apply to clean face and neck and leave on for 20 – 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water then use a toner and moisturiser.This facemask is good for mature and dehydrated or dry skin. The cucumber has a natural moisturising effect and it smells like a fresh vegetable salad.Use the mask 1 – 2 times a week.

Cleansing Clay Mask

Stage 1:40 ml Lavender Water35 ml Spring Water10 drops Paraben75g/ml ClayStage 2:3 dr Tea Tree Oil3 dr Lavender Oil2 dr Lemon Oil3 dr Peppermint Oil

Nourishing Clay Mask

Stage 1:

70 ml Rose Water10 dr Paraben80g/ml Clay

Stage 2:

2.5 ml Vitamin E2.5 ml Borage/Starflower Oil or Evening Primrose Oil5dr Sandalwood Oil5dr Rosewood OilSpoon into a jar or tub and label

Stimulating Clay Mask

6O ml Peppermint Water10 dr Paraben75g/ml Green Clay4 ml D-Panthenol5 ml Aloe Vera Concentrate5 dr Lemon Oil

Clay Mask for Sensitive Skin

40 ml Chamomile Water25 ml Spring Water10 dr Paraben75g/ml Green Clay10 ml Apricot Kernel Oil 1 dr Roman Chamomile (optional)

Method:Pour the water into a bowl and add the drops of Paraben. Sprinkle the Clay powder over and allow it to sink into the water without stirring (Part 1). Stirring can begin when the uppermost layer of Clay powder has begun to absorb the water. Add the other ingredients at this point (Part 2).If you have sensitive skin, a small amount of Vegetable Oil can be added to the recipe and the face mask can be applied to dry skin which has been covered with a thin layer of oil. Wash the face mask off before it is fully dry. Otherwise, apply the face mask to clean skin which has been moistened with water. If you have normal skin, allow the face mask to dry completely before washing off. For normal skin, grimacing before washing off the face mask is an effective way of removing dead skin cells. NB: Moisten the lips first, otherwise these and not just the face mask will crack!For sensitive skin the best type of clay to use is white clay. For all kinds of skin problems I recommend using green clay. For dry skin use pink clay. Green clay is most suitable for most skin conditions.

 

 

This Article © Copyright Aromantic 2002-2004

Kerry

Argue not with dragons, for thou art crunchy and go well with brie

 

"Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus"

 

No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.

 

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans - John Lennon

 

Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground.

 

“Then I will tell you a great secret, Captain. Perhaps the greatest of all time. The molecules of your body are the same molecules that make up this station and the nebula outside, that burn inside the stars themselves. We are starstuff, we are the universe made manifest, trying to figure itself out. As we have both learned, sometimes the universe requires a change of perspective."

Babylon 5

 

"It is never too late to become what you might have been "

~~George Elliott

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Thank you for this wonderful information. I have a question. What is Paraben? And where can you purchase this product?

Thank you in advance

Ani

 

 

 

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Kerry

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Make Your Own Nourishing Clay Face Masks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make Your Own Nourishing Clay Face Masks

by Kolbjørn Borseth of Aromantic

***********

Raw Materials for Face Masks

The main ingredient in face masks is Clay. Clay is available in different colours and has a long tradition of use in natural medicine in many parts of the world. Clay is mixed with water or herbal infusions and other active ingredients in creams, bath and hair products, face masks, packs etc. Clay is rich in minerals and active enzymes. Clay treatments stimulate the circulation of the blood and lymph systems, remove dead skin cells and absorb dirt and other surface fats. They also tone and strengthen the connective tissues. Clay stimulates blood circulation and draws toxins and superfluous fat from the skin. It contracts and tones the skin and strengthens the connective tissue. Because of these many properties, clay is very useful for treating the following conditions:Acne and other skin problems - Use the clay in creams, cleansers, lotions, face masks and baths. Poor blood circulation - Use in face masks and body packs. Poor lymph circulation - Use in face masks and body packs. Sunburn and general burn damage to skin - Use in creams lotions, baths and face masks. A blend of clay, aloe vera, tea tree and lavender is outstanding for all kinds of burns. Irritated and sensitive scalp - Use in shampoos and hair packs.Here is a recipe I used on the Ruby Wax show for BBC1 television n the UK and a lot of these raw materials you can find in your own fridge or cupboard.

The ‘Ruby Wax’ Avocado / Cucumber Facemask

Stage 1:1/4 cup cucumber, peel and chopped1/4 cup avocado flesh3 tablespoons finely powdered oats (for mild peeling)3 tablespoons of water1 tablespoon lemon juice (squeezed from lemon)1 teaspoon honeyStage 2:8-9 tablespoons clayFew drops of essential oils (optional)Method:Stage 1:Puree the cucumber and avocado flesh in a food processor until it is smooth with the water and lemon juice Then add all the other ingredients in Stage 1.Stage 2:Pour out the mix from the blender into a bowl and then whisk in the clay. Apply to clean face and neck and leave on for 20 – 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water then use a toner and moisturiser.This facemask is good for mature and dehydrated or dry skin. The cucumber has a natural moisturising effect and it smells like a fresh vegetable salad.Use the mask 1 – 2 times a week.

Cleansing Clay Mask

Stage 1:40 ml Lavender Water35 ml Spring Water10 drops Paraben75g/ml ClayStage 2:3 dr Tea Tree Oil3 dr Lavender Oil2 dr Lemon Oil3 dr Peppermint Oil

Nourishing Clay Mask

Stage 1:

70 ml Rose Water10 dr Paraben80g/ml Clay

Stage 2:

2.5 ml Vitamin E2.5 ml Borage/Starflower Oil or Evening Primrose Oil5dr Sandalwood Oil5dr Rosewood OilSpoon into a jar or tub and label

Stimulating Clay Mask

6O ml Peppermint Water10 dr Paraben75g/ml Green Clay4 ml D-Panthenol5 ml Aloe Vera Concentrate5 dr Lemon Oil

Clay Mask for Sensitive Skin

40 ml Chamomile Water25 ml Spring Water10 dr Paraben75g/ml Green Clay10 ml Apricot Kernel Oil 1 dr Roman Chamomile (optional)

Method:Pour the water into a bowl and add the drops of Paraben. Sprinkle the Clay powder over and allow it to sink into the water without stirring (Part 1). Stirring can begin when the uppermost layer of Clay powder has begun to absorb the water. Add the other ingredients at this point (Part 2).If you have sensitive skin, a small amount of Vegetable Oil can be added to the recipe and the face mask can be applied to dry skin which has been covered with a thin layer of oil. Wash the face mask off before it is fully dry. Otherwise, apply the face mask to clean skin which has been moistened with water. If you have normal skin, allow the face mask to dry completely before washing off. For normal skin, grimacing before washing off the face mask is an effective way of removing dead skin cells. NB: Moisten the lips first, otherwise these and not just the face mask will crack!For sensitive skin the best type of clay to use is white clay. For all kinds of skin problems I recommend using green clay. For dry skin use pink clay. Green clay is most suitable for most skin conditions.

 

 

This Article © Copyright Aromantic 2002-2004

Kerry

Argue not with dragons, for thou art crunchy and go well with brie

 

"Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus"

 

No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.

 

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans - John Lennon

 

Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground.

 

“Then I will tell you a great secret, Captain. Perhaps the greatest of all time. The molecules of your body are the same molecules that make up this station and the nebula outside, that burn inside the stars themselves. We are starstuff, we are the universe made manifest, trying to figure itself out. As we have both learned, sometimes the universe requires a change of perspective."

Babylon 5

 

"It is never too late to become what you might have been "

~~George Elliott

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Paraben is a preservative. If you want to avoid preservatives, it may be necessary to make some products in smaller quantities so they can be used up in one application. I have mixed feelings about preservatives, myself... - Kerry

 

 

 

 

 

Paraben

 

 

 

Parabens are a group of preservatives with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity and are particularly useful against molds and yeasts. Propyl paraben and methyl paraben are commonly used preservatives in cosmetics (Berke et al., 1982). Parabens can be used alone or in combination to obtain the desired antimicrobial effect. Because of their low toxicity, parabens have been used in food for more than 50 years. Methyl paraben is present at levels of up to 1% in many common cosmetic products. The Expert Panel of the CIR has concluded that "methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben and butylparaben are safe as cosmetic ingredients in the present practices of use".

 

Ingredient safety information

 

 

 

 

 

 

Safety Assessment of Propyl Paraben: A Review of the Published Literature (2001) Food and Chemical Toxicology 39:513-532

 

 

CIR publication "Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, and Butylparaben JACT 1984 Vol 3 p147-209.

 

 

Household Products DatabaseMethyl ParabenPropyl Paraben

 

Kerry

Argue not with dragons, for thou art crunchy and go well with brie

 

"Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus"

 

No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.

 

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans - John Lennon

 

Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground.

 

“Then I will tell you a great secret, Captain. Perhaps the greatest of all time. The molecules of your body are the same molecules that make up this station and the nebula outside, that burn inside the stars themselves. We are starstuff, we are the universe made manifest, trying to figure itself out. As we have both learned, sometimes the universe requires a change of perspective."

Babylon 5

 

"It is never too late to become what you might have been "

~~George Elliott

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Thank you Kerry,

I will do some research on this, as I too do not want to add anything that is not natural to my products..

Blessings

Ani

 

 

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Kerry

Thursday, March 10, 2005 2:40 PM

Re: Make Your Own Nourishing Clay Face Masks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paraben is a preservative. If you want to avoid preservatives, it may be necessary to make some products in smaller quantities so they can be used up in one application. I have mixed feelings about preservatives, myself... - Kerry

 

 

 

 

 

Paraben

 

 

 

Parabens are a group of preservatives with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity and are particularly useful against molds and yeasts. Propyl paraben and methyl paraben are commonly used preservatives in cosmetics (Berke et al., 1982). Parabens can be used alone or in combination to obtain the desired antimicrobial effect. Because of their low toxicity, parabens have been used in food for more than 50 years. Methyl paraben is present at levels of up to 1% in many common cosmetic products. The Expert Panel of the CIR has concluded that "methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben and butylparaben are safe as cosmetic ingredients in the present practices of use".

 

Ingredient safety information

 

 

 

 

 

 

Safety Assessment of Propyl Paraben: A Review of the Published Literature (2001) Food and Chemical Toxicology 39:513-532

 

 

CIR publication "Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, and Butylparaben JACT 1984 Vol 3 p147-209.

 

 

Household Products DatabaseMethyl ParabenPropyl Paraben

 

Kerry

Argue not with dragons, for thou art crunchy and go well with brie

 

"Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus"

 

No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.

 

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans - John Lennon

 

Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground.

 

“Then I will tell you a great secret, Captain. Perhaps the greatest of all time. The molecules of your body are the same molecules that make up this station and the nebula outside, that burn inside the stars themselves. We are starstuff, we are the universe made manifest, trying to figure itself out. As we have both learned, sometimes the universe requires a change of perspective."

Babylon 5

 

"It is never too late to become what you might have been "

~~George Elliott

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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