In a glass or ceramic bowl, measure 1/2 tbsp of powdered clay, mix with 2-3 tbsp of water ( add water slowly until the consistency of thick paste). Stir with a plastic or wooden spoon. (Metal compromises the properties in the clay) For best results, allow wet clay to rest for a minute to set up. Apply a thin coating on your face, avoiding the eyes, nostrils and mouth. Now, relax!
You will feel a pulling and tightening sensation due to deep pore cleansing. Leave on for appx 15-20 minutes then wipe gently with a damp warm **washcloth. If you have dry or sensitive skin, you may rinse the treatment off after 5 minutes, before it is completely dried.
Then splash off with cool water to close pores. Moisturize to avoid overdrying. Skin may have a slight pinkish tone after removing the mask. This should disappear in appx 30 mins.
Experiment a little~
Normal-dry skin types try honey, yogurt, cream or milk instead of water.
Oily skin types try adding Witch Hazel extract, vinegar, lemon juice.
Acne prone skin can add vinegar or lemon juice to the mixture.
A bit of science~
Bentonite clay is somewhat different from the other types of clay. When water is added to Bentonite, the molecular structure changes and an electrical charge is produced. The clay swells like a sponge, attracting toxins into the mixture and once they are drawn, they are bound to the clay because of the electric charge. Bentonite clay is volcanic ash and the largest deposits come from Wyoming and Montana. After mining, it is brought into the sun to remove excess water so it is easier to work with. Finely ground clay powder is sent off for use in baths and facials.
This is an all natural product. Not responsible for skin reactions.
**Clay may stain a light colored wash cloth.
Listing is for a 2 oz jar. Contains appx 6 applications.
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