The fight against acne can be lengthy and difficult - the girls try a variety of methods that help with varying success, and as a result are convinced that clay is one of the most effective ways.
Clay against acne is widely used by cosmetologists, who apply it in a pure form, and with the addition of different ingredients in the mask.
Does clay help with acne?
Thanks to absorbing properties, clay not only relieves acne, but also prevents their appearance.
It also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and shorten the "life" of the pimple.
Which clay relieves acne?
From acne the most effective is blue and white clay. Blue clay is more rigid, and therefore suitable for oily and combination skin types, and white for dry and sensitive types.
Unlike blue clay, white helps not only get rid of acne, but also faster healing of wounds.
The use of white clay against acne
White clay can be used in several ways:
- To get rid of pimples, all masks based on white clay should be applied on the steamed skin in a dry place, so that it hardens. So increases its ability to pull pollution from the pores.
- In order to use clay from traces after pimples, it is better to apply on steamed skin in a room with high humidity and temperature - in a bath, sauna or while taking a hot bath. The mask of unhardened clay accelerates the metabolic processes in the skin and softens it.
The time for masks based on white clay should not exceed 15 minutes.
Recipe with white clay from acne
To get rid of pimples, white clay can be used in its pure form, before diluting it with water to a creamy condition. If the rash does not appear often, this method is sufficient for prevention. The mask is applied 2 times a week at night, so that after cleansing the skin it does not need to apply makeup.
Also from acne helps mask from clay, which adds 4 drops of essential oil of lemon or other citrus fruit. Citrus extracts contain a large amount of vitamin C, and therefore the skin better resists the development of bacteria.
If the skin has many inflammations, then the clay should be diluted with a decoction of chamomile - this will help remove redness.
For a greasy skin type, a mask of clay with vodka is suitable - for 1 tbsp. clay should be added 1 tsp. vodka, and to add a liquid mass add water. Pure alcohol is not recommended, because it can significantly dry the skin, and this will trigger new eruptions due to the increased work of the sebaceous glands.
White clay from traces of pimples
White clay helps also from spots after acne - for this purpose it is necessary to use masks with components that accelerate the regeneration of the skin and simultaneously nourish it.
Everyone knows that orange juice contains antioxidants, iron and potassium, which are very useful for the skin. Therefore, use a freshly squeezed orange juice instead of water in a regenerating mask of white clay.
Well restores the skin combination of clay with honey - this natural antiseptic will not only soften the skin, but also prevent the development of bacteria.
Rosemary oil is also known for its restorative properties - add 1 tbsp. clay a few drops of rosemary oil
To whiten the stains left after the inflammations, mix the egg white with 1 tsp. lemon juice and add white clay in such quantity that the dense weight has turned out. This recipe is very useful for any skin, because it contains proteins, vitamin C and minerals.
From the deep dark spots remaining after acne, helps mask on the basis of white clay and badyagi - mix 1 tablespoon. clay with 1 tsp. sponge, dilute the ingredients with water and apply to the face for 10-15 minutes. This mask should not be done more than 2 times a week.