Pink clay is a mixture of red and white clays, it is very soft and is very useful for those with sensitive and delicate skin.
Being a mixture of red clay and white clay, pink clay is also widely used in beauty treatments. Mixing the two clays results in a soft clay, which is very useful for those with sensitive and delicate skin.
Firstly, clay, regardless of color, occurs through the degradation and decomposition of rock. After being exposed to wind, water, vegetable rot and chemical agents over the years, it results in changes in the mineral.
For a long time now, the use of clay of all colors has been making a difference, whether as a medicine against wounds or, as it has been used recently, for aesthetic and medicinal purposes. Each type of clay works differently, and it is interesting to know about them and what they are used for.
What is pink clay for and benefits
Being derived from red and white clays, pink clay has the benefit of both. It has softening, anti-inflammatory, revitalizing, healing and astringent properties. What soothes skin irritations, yet soothes rosacea, heals acne, reduces swelling, in addition to having a calming action.
For the purpose of obtaining a hydrated skin, luminous, accelerated circulation and a body with less cellulite. In addition to the skin, it provides softness and vigor to the hair, due to the amount of iron present. Which makes it ideal for aesthetic treatments. It plays an important role in cellular respiration and electron transfer.
Deeply cleanses the skin, removes toxins and absorbs excess oil. When making a mask, it fights free radicals, primarily preventing aging and the appearance of wrinkles, being great for mature skin.
How to prepare and use pink clay
This type of clay is found in powder form. So, to use it, simply mix it with water until it forms a pasty consistency. Use ceramic or similar containers to avoid losing the minerals contained therein, therefore, do not use metal containers.
To use as a face mask, the first step is to clean your face well. After that, simply apply the mixture to your face and let it act for around 20 to 30 minutes. To remove, simply rinse with water. You may notice your skin with slight redness and burning, but this is normal, use a moisturizer to help. As it is a soft clay, you can use it every day.
To use a hair mask, the process is similar to a facial mask. Make the paste, then apply it to the scalp and let it act for 20 minutes. Finish the treatment using vegetable oils. This type of action is more effective on natural hair, so if you have chemicals on your hair, wait two months before using the clay. One biweekly application is enough to obtain good results.
Where to find
Because it is natural, pink clay can be found in health food stores. Prices vary between R$10.00 and R$30.00 per kilo, approximately, depending on the brands. Furthermore, clay is a product that does not contain any components that are harmful to health or the environment. And it is easily degraded as it does not contain toxic substances.
But first, in the case of very sensitive skin, skin or scalp diseases, it is recommended to consult a dermatologist and better understand the type of case you are in, and then start using pink clay.
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