As part of aesthetic medicine, we often recommend the use of natural remedies to keep the skin healthy and radiant. Healing clay is one of these remedies and is an excellent way to perform gentle facial exfoliation.
External use of healing clay
Healing clay has a unique composition that is particularly beneficial for skin care. Used as a face mask or scrub, it degreases the skin and allows deep pore cleansing. Thanks to its special surface structure, it is able to bind fats and pollutants, preventing the development of pimples and blackheads. Furthermore, healing clay has an anti-inflammatory effect and can reduce itching when used regularly. Another benefit of healing clay is its ability to remove dead skin cells, refining the appearance of the skin.
Facial peeling with healing clay (Source: Heilerde-Gesellschaft Luvos, 2023)
Step by step instructions: face scrub with healing clay
If you want to perform a facial scrub with healing clay, you should consider the following steps:
Preparation
Make sure your face is clean and free of makeup. Wash it with a mild facial cleanser beforehand and then dry it gently.Mixing the healing clay
Take 1-2 tablespoons of healing clay in a bowl and slowly add water until you get a smooth, yet spreadable paste.Apply
Apply the healing clay paste evenly all over your face, avoiding the eye and mouth area. Gently massage the mixture into the skin in circular motions. This will promote circulation and allow the healing clay to bind impurities and dead skin cells.Let dry
Let the healing clay dry completely on your face. This can take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the layer applied. It is normal for the skin to feel a little tight while it dries.Removing
Instead of washing off the dried healing clay with water, gently crumble it off with your fingertips. This ensures that the pollutants and impurities bound by the healing clay are not re-dissolved by the water and reabsorbed by the skin.Care
Afterwards, apply a moisturizing face cream to soothe and hydrate the skin.
When choosing your skin care products, we always recommend using the ToxFox app to quickly and easily check for any harmful substances.
Disclaimer
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