A green clay mask is a facial mask made from green clay, also referred to as bentonite. A green clay mask is often used to help purify the skin and to treat oily skin. It can also be used to help treat acne. The purifying properties of the mask draw dirt and excess oil out of the skin, therefore reducing the frequency of breakouts and number of blemishes.
A green clay mask can also help to remove dead skin cells from the face. Dead skin cells, which can clog and block pores, often lead to blemishes and acne if they are not removed from the face at regular intervals. In order to treat troubled skin with a green clay mask, it is advisable to use the mask once a week. Using this kind of mask more than once a week could lead to excessively dry skin.
While it is possible to have facial masks applied at a spa, it is quite simple to apply them at home. Furthermore, it is much less expensive to complete this beauty treatment at home than to pay for such service at a spa. There are a number of skin care companies that sell green clay masks for reasonable prices. Some of the masks are sold in tubes or bottles and can be applied directly to the skin. Others come in powdered form and can be applied after they are mixed with warm water.
When applying a green clay mask to the face, it is important to avoid the eye and eyebrow area. Apply the mask only to the T-zone area and the cheeks. The T-zone area is made up of the forehead, nose, upper lip, and chin. Be sure to refer to the instructions on the package which will indicate the length of time during which the mask should be left on the face. In general, a green clay mask should be left on the skin for ten to twenty minutes.
A green clay mask can be used on areas other than the face that are prone to excess oil and acne. This kind of mask can be used, for example, on the back and shoulders which are trouble areas for some people. Depending on one's flexibility, it may not be possible to apply the mask to these areas without assistance. However, in order to get clearer skin, asking for help or managing a bit of stretching might be worth it.
