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Kaolin clay is normally white in color; however, depending on the percentage of other minerals amount in it, kaolin can also be green or pink in color. The white kaolin clay is very beneficial for our skin, hair, teeth, etc.
White kaolin clay with an amazing mineral composition (it comes with a high concentration of silicon dioxide) and has a completely neutral pH. These factors make the kaolin clay ideal for skin care. Today, it is used extensively for preparing soaps, deodorants, facial powders, poultices, scrubs, and facial masks. Kaolin clay is also use the ingredient for preparing face masks at home.
Kaolin Clay Benefits
For centuries kaolin clay has been used for skincare. It is rich in minerals that have skin-benefiting properties and is the most gentle of all clays, making it great for dry and sensitive skin. When applied as a facial mask, it helps the skin in the following ways.
1. Cleansing
While kaolin clay is not antibacterial so it does not kill the bacteria, it will absorb oil from our skin. Kaolin also absorbs excess oils, secretion, and toxins from the skin. As a natural cleanser, kaolin clay is able to gently remove impurities from our skin.
2. Exfoliating
In kaolin clay the aluminum silicate is not fully absorbed by water. This results in a gentle exfoliation removing dead skin cells from our skin.
3. Acne fighting
The blend of adsorbing impurities from our pores and excess oils from our skin fight some of the main causes of acne.
Acne is a lot caused by dead skin cells, dirt, or oils getting attentive in our pores. Keeping our pores cleansed of these impurities fights with future acne causing bacteria.
4. Reduce excess shine
Kaolin clay is much effective for adsorbing excess oil from our skin.
It softly removes excess oil from our skin while not absorbing natural oils of our skin. By removing excess oils, it regulates the oil production of our skin.
5. Improve skin circulation
By gentle massages of clay it removes dead skin cells improve oxygen and enhance delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells.
Applying kaolin clay with your fingers a gentle massage promotes skin circulation. Proper blood and lymph circulation of skin is very important for healthy skin.
6. Reduces oily skin
As mentioned before, kaolin clay is known for its oil-absorbing properties. When applied as face mask, kaolin clay will absorb excess oil produced by overactive sebaceous glands, thus reducing oiliness on the skin.
7. Skin toner
Kaolin clay is a natural skin toner. It removes dust and dirt from deep within the pores, along with excess oil. Its calmly toning and harsh action tightens the pores and prevents pollutants and bacteria from accumulate in the pores.
How to make a kaolin clay mask
A kaolin clay face mask is easy to make at home and without the addition of other ingredients it is effective on its own. However, adding ingredients like lemon juice, honey, avocado, turmeric powder, green tea, essential oils, fruit mash, coffee powder, apple cider vinegar, sweet almond oil, and cocoa powder can result in an even more effective combination.
To make a kaolin clay face mask, you will need a teaspoon and a half of kaolin clay and enough water to make a paste of the wanted consistency. The paste shouldn’t be too hard nor too fluid, but enough for you to apply it easily over your face and neck.
If you are adding any other ingredient, mix the dry ingredients together first and then slowly add water while stirring to make the paste.
Kaolin Clay Masks for Face: DIY Recipes and Uses
1. Kaolin clay and green tea face mask
Preparation
- 4 teaspoons kaolin clay
- 2 tablespoons green tea
- 2-3 drops of lavender oil
- 2 teaspoons aloe vera gel
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 5-7 minutes and then wash off with cool water.
2. Kaolin clay and avocado face mask
Preparation
- 2 tablespoons kaolin clay
- 1 teaspoon avocado (mashed)
- 3-4 tablespoons rosewater
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 5-7 minutes and then wash off with cool water.
3. Kaolin clay & apple cider vinegar mask for face
Preparation
- 2 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2-3 drop frankincense essential oil or as required
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-12 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
4. Kaolin clay and honey face mask
Preparation
- 2 teaspoon kaolin clay
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rose water
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-12 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
5. Kaolin clay and witch hazel face mask
Preparation
- ½ tablespoon kaolin clay
- 1 tablespoon witch hazel
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-12 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
6. Kaolin clay and oatmeal face mask
Preparation
- 2 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 2 tablespoon oatmeal
- ½ tsp water
- 2-3 drops of lavender oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-12 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
7. Kaolin clay and egg white face mask
Looking to both cleanse and hydrate? This face mask recipe variation uses clay to purify and egg white to help tighten pores.
Preparation
- 1 egg white
- 2 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 1 tablespoon corn flour
- 1-2 drops of almond oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-12 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
8. Kaolin clay and chamomile tea face mask
This mask is good for restoring the uneven skin from sun damage, medication, and old acne scars.
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 2-3 tablespoons of chamomile tea
- 1 teaspoon of macadamia oil
- 5-6 drops of myrrh oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-12 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
9. Kaolin clay and yogurt mask
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 12-15 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
10. Kaolin clay and honey mask
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 1 tablespoon rosewater
- 1 tablespoon honey
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 12-15 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
11. Kaolin clay and aloe vera gel mask
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon kaolin clay
- 2 tablespoon aloe vera gel
- 1 tablespoon rose water
- 2-3 drops rose essential oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 12-15 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
12. Kaolin clay and apple cider vinegar mask
Preparation
- 1 teaspoon kaolin clay
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Few drops of water.
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
13. Kaolin clay and turmeric mask
Preparation
- 1 teaspoon kaolin clay
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Few drops any essential oil.
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
14. Cucumber pink salt clay mask
Preparation
- 1 teaspoon kaolin clay
- 4 teaspoon of cucumber puree
- 1/2 teaspoon of Himalayan pink salt
- 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
- Apply a face moisturizer.
