If acne periodically occurs on the face, cosmetologists recommend using cleansing cosmetics. With increased fat content, products for oily dermis are needed. If the skin is combined, then you need to purchase several types of cosmetics at once. And if the first wrinkles or crow's feet appear, anti-aging products will help. An alternative to this cosmetic “Bermuda Triangle” will be one and only black clay. When used skillfully, it will make any skin perfect.
Beneficial features
Black clay is a universal remedy that saves from various skin problems: pimples or acne, wrinkles, laxity of the epidermis, chapping of the face, etc. The benefits of clay for the face are due to the valuable mineral composition, which contains a lot of microelements that have a stimulating effect on metabolic processes. processes that occur inside cells.
Due to the interaction of mineral powder with skin cells, enhanced exfoliation of keratinized particles of the epidermis begins, deep cleansing of pores from accumulated waste and toxins, skin nourishment, as well as its general rejuvenation. Clay is also capable of debugging the processes of sebum secretion, as a result of which oily shine disappears and pores narrow. With regular use, you can get rid of acne and inflammation .
Cosmetologists often recommend using black powder in the form of masks and peeling for oily skin with acne. However, in addition to masks, the cosmetic product can be used for a cleansing massage.
Advantages of black clay powder
The culprit of this article, black clay is rightfully one of the best antiseptic, rejuvenating and cleansing natural remedies, which makes the skin incredibly beautiful and youthful after just a few uses.
It is a black or dark gray powder; its consistency is quite greasy and quite dense when compared with clays of other colors. But here's a paradox! We are used to the fact that products with this texture are usually suitable for those with dry skin, but in this case the opposite is true.
Professional cosmetologists recommend using black clay powder for girls and women with oily and problem skin. But I hasten to please you, this natural product also has nutritional properties, which will also benefit other types of epidermis. The main thing is to choose the right recipe and active ingredients.
Black clay received this color due to the high content of carbon and iron in its composition. But these are not all the elements that this powder is rich in; it also contains:
- calcium;
- strontium;
- silica;
- magnesium, etc.
And this volcanic rock is mined in the purest areas of countries such as:
- Mexico;
- Morocco.
It would not be entirely correct to call the mud of Israel's Dead Sea black clay. Although their salts are also incredibly beneficial for the skin. This also applies to the Black Sea.
But let’s return to the positive characteristics of black clay and how it affects the skin of the face. Among the beneficial properties of this powder you can find the following:
- Dries skin prone to oiliness, eliminating the hated greasy shine.
- Eliminates acne, pimples and acne, normalizes the activity of the sebaceous glands.
- Cleans enlarged pores from sebaceous plugs, various impurities, and removes blackheads.
- Having an antioxidant effect, it removes toxins and waste from skin cells.
- Nourishes the skin with microelements and also acts as a soft peeling, freeing the epidermis from dead cells.
- Increases blood circulation, resulting in an even complexion.
- Rejuvenates and inhibits the aging process of skin cells, tightens the oval of the face, smoothes out fine wrinkles.
In general, in any unpleasant situation, be it the appearance of acne or wrinkles, or maybe even peeling of the skin, you can use black clay without fear. And how, you will find out further.
Indications and contraindications
The effect of using a cosmetic product will be noticeable immediately, so there is no need to be afraid to try something new. It is recommended to use black mineral powder for:
- inflammation and microcracks in the epidermis;
- presence of oily, combination and dry skin;
- comedones, blackheads and pimples;
- disruption of cellular metabolism and malfunction of the sebaceous glands;
- wrinkles, crow's feet.
But there are also limitations to its use . You should not use clay if you have an individual intolerance to the components of the mask, open skin lesions, rosacea, pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Indications for use
The procedures are recommended for women of any age who have any facial defects. These can be physiological or age-related disorders:
- acne;
- black dots;
- wide pores of the facial skin;
- increased fat content;
- aging and fading of the skin;
- mimic or age wrinkles.
The mask dries out the dermis, provides quick exfoliation of dead particles and rejuvenates the face. Black clay works especially well on oily skin with a lot of acne. Oily shine is eliminated, pores are narrowed, and with prolonged use, acne disappears. During contact with facial skin, the components of black clay react at the cellular level, and the cells are saturated with microelements. Cellular structures reject accumulated toxins, and complete cleansing of the facial dermis occurs. In the process of cleansing cells of toxins, their activity increases and metabolism accelerates. Subcutaneous fat deposits are broken down and destroyed. This natural product should be used with caution by women with very dry skin.
Black clay should not be used during pregnancy.
Rules for preparation and application
Since this cosmetic product is made in powder form, it must be diluted in cold water to a uniform thick consistency. It is necessary to mix black clay mask compositions only in a ceramic or glass container, stirring them with a wooden spatula. When combining the product with other ingredients, an allergy test must be performed.
The compositions are prepared immediately before application and applied to a cleansed and steamed face, avoiding the areas around the eyes.
Keep the mask on for no more than 15 minutes.
Therefore, you should not allow the epidermis to become completely tight. Since this type of clay is more difficult to wash off than others, you need to use warm water for this. After this, you need to apply cream to your face. A full course of masks ranges from 10 to 12 procedures. They need to be performed 1-2 times a week, depending on the type of epidermis, but no more, otherwise you can dry out the skin. Upon completion of the course, you must take a break of 2 weeks.
Composition and properties of black clay
Black clay is a sedimentary rock. It is an almost black or dark gray powder, which when moistened with water turns into a plastic mass. The main components are carbon and iron compounds, which determine its color. In addition, the composition includes the following ingredients:
- magnesium;
- calcium;
- potassium;
- quartz.
Black clay is an excellent natural peeling.
The unique properties are largely due to the fact that it contains radioactive elements such as strontium and radium in limited quantities. This selection of components gives the natural composition many positive properties:
- skin cleansing;
- antiseptic effect;
- ability to regenerate cells;
- relieving inflammation.
These qualities of the mineral allow it to be used in medicine, in particular in cosmetology.
There are relatively few natural deposits of black clay, so the cosmetic product is often counterfeited. The authenticity of the composition can be confirmed by a certificate of conformity.
Homemade mask recipes
For combination epidermis, the following mask is suitable, it has an anti-inflammatory and tightening effect, as well as mattifying, cleansing and tightening pores. To prepare it, prepare:
- 2 tbsp. l. chamomile flowers;
- 1 glass of hot water;
- 1 tbsp. l. black clay powder.
First, prepare a chamomile infusion by pouring hot water over the flowers and leave under a lid and a towel until it cools. Then take the clay and dilute it with infusion to get a thick consistency. Distribute the resulting product onto a clean face, after 15 minutes, rinse with warm water and apply a moisturizer. For oily epidermis, replace chamomile with a string.
For dry and normal skin
Combine one large spoon of black clay powder with 2 tsp. sour cream, if the mass is very thick, add milk. Spread the prepared homogeneous composition onto your face and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse off the product with water at room temperature. Finally, apply moisturizer to your face.
Black clay for cellulite
Black clay is a panacea for women in the fight against cellulite and fat deposits. Cellulite is usually treated with body wraps. Cellulite and fat folds disappear after several sessions as black clay burns fat deposits and smoothes the skin. Moreover, black kaolin is used to treat certain skin diseases.
Slimming wrap No. 1
You need to prepare: water, black clay, essential oil of lemon, grapefruit or juniper (4-5 drops). Mix all ingredients, but add essential oil last. Apply the mixture to problem areas of the skin, wrap in polyethylene and insulate.
Rinse off with warm water after 40 minutes. Carry out 10 procedures, repeating the wrap every other day.
Weight loss wrap No. 2
Dilute 2 tbsp. black clay with water, add 1 teaspoon of mustard and 1 tsp. honey. Mix and apply to problem areas. Wrap them in film and insulate them. After an hour, rinse the mixture with warm water.
Facial care after mechanical cleansing
The method effectively solves the problem of acne and comedones, but is also the most traumatic. The cosmetologist manually cleans problem areas, after steaming and thoroughly cleansing the skin. The procedure is completed with a soothing mask.
The main disadvantages of the procedure are the risk of inflammation and scarring. Therefore, facial skin care after mechanical cleansing should be especially thorough. Recovery takes up to 5-7 days. During this period, you should regularly degrease the skin with antiseptic preparations that do not contain alcohol. Soothing compresses will help reduce swelling.
Care after laser facial cleansing
A laser beam of a given frequency penetrates deep into the dermis, completely removing the upper problematic layer along with comedones, acne and age spots. The procedure has a rejuvenating effect. Recovery takes 3-5 days. During this time, you should limit your exposure to the sun, avoid temperature changes and intensively moisturize your skin.
Care after combined facial cleansing involves following the principles prescribed for each procedure. Until complete recovery, you should avoid decorative cosmetics, do not use products with alcohol, and protect your skin from ultraviolet radiation and physical influences.
Care after ultrasonic facial cleansing
Another painless and atraumatic technique. Sebum and impurities are removed from the pores using high frequency ultrasonic waves. The skin receives an additional massage and an incentive for self-rejuvenation - small wrinkles are smoothed out, and collagen and elastin are synthesized more actively. The only negative is that due to the shallow impact, the procedure is ineffective for skin with serious problems.
Skin care after ultrasonic facial cleansing boils down to using cleansers with a neutral pH, additional cleansing with alcohol-free gels and lotions, and moisturizing with face masks.
