1. Basic Bentonite Clay Facial
This facial treatment will help to relieve itchiness and help dry up blisters.
• 2 tablespoons Bentonite clay
• 2 tablespoons water
Mix ingredients together to form a smooth creamy paste. If required add extra water or clay to achieve desired consistency. Leave mask on until the clay has completely dried. Remove clay with warm water and gently dry skin.
2. Healing Facial
If you’re suffering from pimples or boils then this facial is for you!
• 1 tablespoon Bentonite clay
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon oatmeal
• 1 tablespoon water
• Few drops tea tree oil or calendula oil
Follow basic facial directions and apply to affected area.
3. Cleansing Facial
This clay mask will help cleanse your skin, removing built up dirt, and leave it feeling revitalised and fresh.
• 2 – 3 tablespoons Bentonite clay
• 2-3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Follow basic facial directions followed by application of moisturiser
4. Customised Facial
You can create your own customised clay facial treatment to find a recipe suited to you and your particular skin type. You will need 2 tablespoons of Bentonite clay for the base of any recipe. You will then need a liquid substance equating to 1 ½ tablespoons to create a smooth paste. Try out these alternative natural ingredients:
• Rosewater
• Green tea
• Jojoba oil
• Almond oil
You can also experiment with a variety of essential oils by adding a few drops for aromatic and natural benefits.
Bentonite clay is a fantastic ingredient to use in your own homemade face mask, but my favorite is avocado. Avocados hydrate the skin without adding too much oil, and they’re great for clearing acne, too. If the above bentonite clay face mask recipes aren’t for you, then try this avocado face mask recipe instead and see if it works for your skin type.
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