How to make a clay face mask for different skin types

Updated: 06.22.2021 Cosmetic clay masks are again at the peak of popularity, and deservedly so. Clay is a unique natural substance that is rich in calcium, magnesium, iron, nitrogen, potassium and other trace elements, as well as mineral salts.

The unique properties are due to the specific structure of the substance - it consists of a large number of small plates superimposed on each other, like tiles on a roof. It turns out that the clay particles are small in size, but have a large surface area. Therefore, they adsorb dirt and excess sebum well, tighten pores, stimulate blood flow to the upper layers of the epidermis and accelerate cell renewal.

There are several varieties of clay that are widely used in cosmetology, as their effectiveness is not inferior to expensive products. Each type of clay has its own characteristics, let’s look at the main ones.

• Blue clay.
  Suitable for oily and combination skin, it has smoothing and softening effects, helps in the fight against acne, and relieves inflammation.
• White clay.
  Penetrates deeply into the layers of the epidermis, evening out the complexion and eliminating small wrinkles. White clay masks effectively cleanse impurities and dry out oily skin. Due to its strong drying effect, it is not recommended for dry skin.
• Yellow clay.
  Cleanses the skin well, tightens the oval of the face, and is able to remove toxins.
• Pink clay.
  Suitable for sensitive skin, eliminates inflammation, redness and small wrinkles, maintains elasticity, and has a softening effect. The pink color is achieved by mixing white and red types of clay.
• Green clay.
  Optimizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands, eliminates inflammation and flaking, nourishes and tones the skin, and reduces pores.
• Black clay.
  Improves blood circulation and metabolism in cells, suitable for oily and dry (combination) skin. The mask evens out the complexion and has a mattifying effect.

We present the rating of face clays 2022. The best 12 products that were selected by our experts based on user reviews and ratings.

Which facial clay is best to buy?

As can be seen from the rating, clay masks can solve various problems with facial skin. Manufacturers offer both pure clay powder, from which you need to make a mixture yourself, and ready-made masks for skin care. These products are quite effective, and most importantly, the result is almost always noticeable after the first use.

The cost is suitable for any consumer - masks are presented in different price segments. Some products can be used not only for the skin of the face, they are also applied to the hair or body - clay promotes healthy skin, has a rejuvenating effect, and strengthens hair. Let's pay attention to some criteria that should be taken into account before purchasing.

• Skin type.
  This is the main indicator when choosing clay. Those with dry skin should be especially careful, as masks have a drying effect. However, manufacturers supplement the composition with moisturizing and nourishing components to avoid tightness. It is possible to use different types of clay on different areas of the skin, for example, one type of clay is applied to the T-zone, and a mask with a more gentle effect is applied to drier and more sensitive areas.
• Compound.
  It all depends on the needs of your skin. Does she need a combined effect or is a clay mask in its pure form sufficient?
• Mode of application.
  Are you ready to create a mask with your own hands or is it more convenient for you when it is presented in finished form? Any option is suitable for home use, but for trips and trips it is better to purchase a ready-made product that you simply apply to the skin.
• Packaging parameters
  . Please note that clay in powder form is additionally diluted with water. Therefore, the package will yield at least twice as much product ready for application. Manufacturers offer clay in packages of different sizes, some are convenient for use at home, while others will become indispensable travel companions. If the package is intended for more than one use, consider whether the printed product can be tightly sealed.
• Manufacturer.
  Of course, it is better to contact trusted manufacturers and buy products in specialized stores. This way you can be sure that you have not purchased a fake, but a really good and effective product.

We hope our rating has expanded your knowledge about clay masks and you were able to choose the best product for your skin.
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Types of cosmetic clay

Before we tell you how to make a clay face mask, let's talk about what this cosmetic product is.

• White clay (kaolin)

It is a rock containing the mineral kaolinite, which is the basis for its name. The important ability of kaolin to whiten the skin has made white clay a popular product in cosmetology. Masks based on it brighten the complexion, reducing pigmentation and the severity of freckles. Clay tightens pores well, creating a slight lifting effect. It is considered an excellent absorbent and natural antiseptic for wounds.

• Blue clay (keel)

In our country, this breed has long been mined in Crimea, and abroad – in Bulgaria. The more well-known name for the mineral is “soapstone.” Due to the presence of silver in the composition, it has a blue-green color with a hint of blue or yellow, as well as powerful antiseptic properties. For the same reason, masks based on clubroot are indicated for acne. They perfectly increase cellular metabolism and rejuvenate the skin.

• Green clay (illite)

Has a beneficial effect on mature facial skin, increasing its firmness and elasticity. Smoothes out networks of wrinkles. The zinc contained in its composition acts as an antiseptic and reduces inflammation. This mask eliminates oily shine and has matting properties.

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• Yellow clay

The optimal product for aging, problematic and tired skin. Due to the high content of potassium and iron, the mask removes waste and toxins well. Stimulates blood circulation, improving the respiration of epithelial cells. Has tonic properties.

• Red (pelagic) clay

It is mined in the oceans at a depth of 4-5 km, rich in microelements (copper, manganese, iron), useful for capillaries. Perfectly saturates the epidermis with oxygen. Recommended for skin prone to irritation.

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• Pink clay

A unique cosmetic product for any skin type with the qualities of red and white clay. This is an economical option for salon peelings or artificial mineralization. Suitable for sensitive and thin skin.

• Black clay

An excellent cleanser with iron, calcium and quartz in its composition. Improves blood flow and accelerates cellular metabolism. Helps remove toxins, oil and dirt. Promotes regeneration. With regular use, it returns a clear oval face.

Next, we’ll look at how to make clay face masks at home.

Contraindications

Despite the fact that cosmetic clay is a completely natural product that rarely leads to side effects and allergies, there are contraindications for use.

The main ones:

• mechanical damage to the skin: wounds, cuts and abrasions;
• severe inflammatory process;
• the presence of purulent formations;
• allergies or individual intolerance to the components of the composition;
• chronic dermatological diseases during relapse.

If you have persistent skin problems, it is advisable to consult a doctor or dermatologist before making a homemade mask.

Allergy as a side effect

Clay itself is not an allergen , but other ingredients used to make the mask can cause a reaction. These could be essential oils, herbal supplements, etc. If redness appears after using a cosmetic product, you need to understand the nature of its occurrence:

1. Different masks affect the dermis differently, so after the procedure the face may be slightly reddish. This result may occur if a drug was used that promotes blood flow to the face. This is not a negative reaction; after some time, the redness will go away on its own.
2. Redness may occur if you use a type of mask that is not suitable for your skin type.
3. Redness may also appear as a result of poor hygiene. If the composition is applied with dirty hands, particles of dirt or dust could get into the enlarged pores, which will provoke an inflammatory effect.

If redness appears on the face after the procedure, it is recommended to apply a moisturizing cream to the dermis.

Which company's products are best to choose?

It just so happens that the popularity of models depends on the manufacturing companies. A self-respecting company will not sell low-quality products because it has a reputation.

For 2022, the leaders in cosmetology in the production of the best quality clay masks are recognized as:

• France;
• Italy;
• South Korea;
• Latvia;
• Russia;
• India;
• Ukraine.

It is worth noting that Korean drugs are gaining great popularity. Buyers like the good quality of the product and the low price.

How to properly apply to the face

To apply the product correctly, follow the recommendations:

1. Treat your face with tonic or lotion to remove primary contamination.
2. The mask is prepared immediately before use; it should be diluted with water (plain or mineral) at room temperature; you can also use decoctions of medicinal plants, for example, nettle or sage.
3. After application, you should wait up to twenty minutes. For sensitive skin, ten will be enough.
4. Rinse your face with water, removing any remaining clay.
5. After the procedure, it is advisable to apply moisturizer to your face.

Choosing clay for different skin types

• White clay or kaolin is a “soft option” that is most often used in Korean masks for problematic and oily skin. The benefits of a white clay mask cannot be overestimated. This component carefully cleanses and absorbs sebum and softens even the most sensitive skin. Oily skin will also like kaolin due to its anti-inflammatory and healing effect.

• The famous ghassoul clay , which is obtained in Morocco, nourishes, saturates with valuable minerals and trace elements, reduces inflammation and heals the skin. It is a mask with Moroccan volcanic clay for the face that best moisturizes the skin, because gassoul can retain a large amount of moisture. Clay softens even very dry, tired skin.

• Pink clay will soothe your dry and sensitive skin, relieve irritation and flaking. And for aging skin it will prevent the appearance of wrinkles.

• Blue clay is great for normal to combination skin. Blue clay face masks help get rid of acne and cleanse, as well as nourish and tone the epidermis.

• Green clay also takes care of skin susceptible to age-related changes, restoring its softness and elasticity. It also maintains an optimal level of moisture and, thanks to its powerful antibacterial properties, cleanses pores, treats acne and relieves redness.

Soothing clay mask with green tea. 75 ml, RUB 2,150

Rules for applying clay masks

In order for the mask to be most effective, the face must be properly prepared before the procedure. First, use warm water or a lotion base to remove all makeup. It is advisable to choose a lotion without alcohol.

After this, the face needs to be steamed using a compress. This allows the pores to open as much as possible, which facilitates deeper penetration of nutrients. If there are pustular rashes or inflammations on the skin, a compress should not be applied. The compress can be water or made from an infusion of medicinal herbs. For this procedure, a delicate product such as chamomile is usually used.

When applying an application, such as a L'Oreal Magic Clay mask, you need to follow some recommendations. A properly prepared mixture should have the consistency of sour cream. A mixture that is too thin may run off after application, while a thick mixture is more difficult to apply, and it will dry out quickly without having time to have a therapeutic effect. The clay composition should be evenly distributed over the face, avoiding the area around the lips and eyes.

Apply the mask along the massage lines

The clay applique can be applied with a brush or your fingers. The sponge is not used for this purpose due to its absorbent properties. You need to distribute the mixture over your face without pressure, with light stroking movements.

Do not rub cosmetic clay into the skin. Instead of a positive effect, this will irritate the epidermis.

Is it possible to apply clay to a problem face?

Clay and masks made from it are used specifically to solve various facial skin problems, eliminate defects and age-related changes, so problematic skin is not a contraindication. The main thing is the correct selection of the product for a specific problem and a specific skin type.

Cosmetic applications can be used for pimples, acne, pigmentation, wrinkles and age-related changes. Very important for the dermis of the face is the restoration of disturbed water-lipid balance, stimulation of capillary circulation and increased tone.

Sheet masks

Sheet masks are the most popular because they are convenient to apply in any conditions, even on the road. The matrix of such masks (that is, the sheet itself, which is saturated with serum) can be different: fabric, collagen or biocellulose. The last two serve not only as conductors of the active ingredients from the serum, but also have a beneficial effect on the skin. For example, the latest generation collagen increases skin elasticity and visibly tightens it.

Sheet cream mask Absolue Golden Cream Lancôme

1 890 ₽

Rejuvenating sheet mask Exstretch Mask Menard

9 945 ₽

Biocellulose face mask Y-Theorem 111SKIN

7 500 ₽
Before applying a sheet mask, be sure to use a tonic or lotion - any mask on moisturized skin works much better. Apply the mask without waiting for the lotion to be completely absorbed, starting from the lower part of the face. A very important point: the mask must fit tightly to the skin. Carefully smooth out the mask sheet, starting from the center and moving outwards, so that there are no wrinkles or air pockets. The tighter the mask fits, the deeper the active components can penetrate and the more pronounced the final result will be.

A common problem with cheap fabric masks is poor patterns that do not allow the mask to be positioned correctly on the face. In this case, it is worth making small cuts on the sheet in the area near the eyes, mouth and on the bridge of the nose in order to “adjust” the pattern to yourself.

Once you have applied and smoothed the mask, lightly massage your face directly on top of it. You can use a special roller massager or walk over your face with your fingertips using light tapping movements. This stimulates blood circulation in the skin, causing it to more actively absorb nutrients.

Mask for perfect skin Enhel Beauty

3 800 ₽

Glow Erborian sheet face mask

790 ₽

Rejuvenating express mask “Intensive lifting” Thalgo

975 ₽
A big mistake is to leave the mask on your face too long. 15–20 minutes is enough for it to have the desired effect. Walking with it longer not only makes no sense, but is even harmful: the mask begins to dry out and takes moisture from the skin instead of nourishing it. Never reuse a sheet mask, even if you see that there is still a lot of impregnation left in the package. Apply these residues as a serum to your face, neck and décolleté, but throw away the used base sheet, otherwise you risk getting inflammation or even severe irritation, because after one use, bacteria remain on the mask, and a damp sheet will become an excellent breeding ground for them.

Results

1. Cosmetic clay is an organic substance actively used in cosmetology and medicine. Suitable for home wraps and making masks.
2. Types of clay should be selected depending on the condition and type of skin, age. Popular varieties: white, blue, black and green.
3. The component has a wide range of useful properties. Helps cleanse, relieve inflammation and redness. Suitable for moisturizing and nourishing the skin, fighting acne.
4. To prepare other types of clay face masks, mineral water, talc, dairy products and pharmaceutical cleansing preparations are used as auxiliary components.

How to use a clay mask

To understand how long to keep a clay mask on your face, focus on your skin type.

If you have combination or oily skin, use the mask once a week, apply for 10-15 minutes. If the skin is dry or sensitive - no more than twice a month, for only 5-7 minutes. At the same time, make sure that the mask does not dry out completely on your face - moisturize it with a mist.

1. Remove makeup with micellar water or hydrophilic products. Then cleanse your skin with your favorite foam or gel wash. If possible, you can steam your face before applying the mask to open the pores.
2. Avoiding the area around the eyes (the skin of the eyelids is too thin and sensitive) and lips, apply the product in a thick, opaque layer. Many people do not know how best to apply a clay mask to their face. It is much more convenient to do this with a special brush - this way you get a perfect even layer
3. After the specified time, rinse off the mask with warm water.
4. Apply moisturizer to seal the effect and not dry out the skin.

Multimasking with pink and black clay for combination skin. 160 ₽

Best lists

We will highlight the leading positions in each selected category as a separate selection, namely:

• White – Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask.
• Black – Nutri Peptide Clay Mask Oily.
• Green – Argital Argiltubo.

Details below.

White – Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask

The cleansing oxygen mask deeply cleanses and tightens pores, removes blackheads, and has a moisturizing and rejuvenating effect. Millions of gentle bubbles cleanse the skin of remaining impurities, sebum, and deeply cleanse the pores without creating a tickling sensation on the face.

Price: from 920 to 1,050 rubles.

Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask

Black – Nutri Peptide Clay Mask Oily

A high-quality and proven product from the Israeli brand GIGI. Supplied in closed tubes. Cleanses and prevents excess oil production. Maintains the natural water balance of the skin. It is recommended to use 1-2 times a week. Apply a medium layer to damp facial skin, wait until the mask dries, then rinse thoroughly. At the end of the procedure, apply moisturizer.

Price: from 2,190 to 2,500 rubles.

Nutri Peptide Clay Mask Oily

Green – Argital Argiltubo

The ready-made product from Argital Argiltubo is perfect for applications and masks. After using it, your facial skin will glow with freshness, fine wrinkles will smooth out, and the feeling of dryness and tightness will disappear. This product has every chance of becoming a must-have mask in your arsenal. The delicate texture gently cares for and moisturizes the delicate skin, allowing it to breathe and regenerate.

Cost: from 1,250 to 1,550 rubles.

clay mask Argital Argiltubo

Compound

The main components of the cosmetic product are:

• Silicon. This component affects the walls of blood vessels, making them more flexible, promoting lipid metabolism and the production of natural skin collagen.
• Manganese. Used in a mask to dry the dermis, relieve inflammation and reduce rashes on the face.
• Aluminum. It is an anti-inflammatory component that has an astringent effect, tightens pores and cleanses the epidermis.
• Iron. Saturates the skin with oxygen, improves blood circulation, thereby slowing down the aging process of the dermis.

The largest amount of iron is found in pink clay.

• Copper. A component that helps in the fight against damage to the epidermis, as it promotes rapid healing of wounds.
• Zinc . Has an antiseptic effect, fights pimples and acne.
• Potassium. Helps remove excess fluid, relieves swelling and puffiness around the eyes.

To eliminate epidermal problems, you need to use the type of clay that suits your dermis type.

Criterias of choice

When purchasing a product, you should pay attention to the following criteria:

• Compound. High-quality and useful components provide 100% positive results. Fragrances, parabens and preservatives should not be present in maca.
• Skin type. Each type of dermis has its own needs. Therefore, you need to select a product based on the characteristics and problems of your skin.
• Type of mask. The healing properties of each type of clay are different. Its color and origin play a big role in determining the main benefits of the product.
• Manufacturer. It is better to buy masks from well-known, trusted brands or companies, as they value their reputation.

Cream masks

Cream masks are the least demanding of all. It's hard to make a mistake with them, and even if you leave them on your face too long, nothing bad will happen. Many of these masks do not need to be washed off at all - just remove any remaining residue that has not been absorbed with a damp cloth. It is best to apply cream masks while you are taking a bath. Take your time, lie down for 10 minutes and only then begin the procedure. The heat and steam will open the pores of the skin and allow the ingredients from the mask to penetrate deeper. Unlike clay masks, cream masks do not need to be applied in a thick layer, especially if they are moisturizing or nourishing. The skin will still not be able to absorb a large amount of the product, and it will be wasted.

Cream mask Anti-Stress Cellcosmet

11 500 ₽

Multifunctional restoring and moisturizing face mask Hydra Beauty Camellia Repair Mask Chanel

4 700 ₽

Soothing face mask Natural Beauty Organic Kitchen

357 ₽

When is the best time to apply

The clay action process consists of 3 stages:

1. Nutrition. A still fresh, just applied mask nourishes the skin with minerals, and the skin moisturized by the mask absorbs them. While the clay itself absorbs fat.
2. Cooling. The wet mask gradually cools down from room temperature. At this stage, blood microcirculation improves, which evens out the color of the face.
3. Drying. The mask dries, gradually losing its soft texture. When the skin begins to tighten, this is a sure signal that it is time to wash off the clay.

Complete drying should not be allowed. When applying a clay mask, it is important to read the instructions carefully and not leave the substance on your face for too long.

Clay quickly and effectively absorbs moisture, which is why it fights the production of excess sebum so well. But if you leave the mask on too long, your skin can become dry.

As a result, overdried, oily skin will only increase oil production, which will cause clogged pores and increased shine, and may also cause acne. Sensitive skin will respond to lack of moisture with irritation. Dry skin will become dull and drier than before.

The packages always indicate how long you should keep the mask on. Usually it is 5-10 minutes.