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8 Benefits Of Adding Clay To Your Beauty Routine

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Are you always on the lookout to improve your skincare routine? Clay masks have been used as a skincare product since the ancient times because it offers so many benefits. Keep reading to learn more about clay and how you can level up your skincare by adding a clay mask to your routine.

What Is A Clay Mask?

Clay is a naturally occurring substance that is found in the earth—from volcanic ash or soil. Clay contains minerals that are believed to be able to absorb oil and other impurities from the skin, as well as prevent acne. Some of the most popular clay masks are kaolin or white clay with bentonite or volcanic clay. Clays are most commonly used as masks, but it can also be used in other products like scrubs, facial cleansers, and creams.

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8 Benefits Of Clay Masks

1. Draws Out Impurities

Dead skin cells, dirt, pollution, and oil build up on the skin if not properly removed which causes breakouts. This is why exfoliation is an important part of skincare routines for any skin type. Clay masks are a gentle but effective way to exfoliate the skin. It pulls out impurities from deep in the pores that normal cleansers cannot reach.

2. Improves Complexion

Dull skin may be caused by the accumulation of dead skin cells and dirt on your skin. To keep skin looking radiant, you need to regularly remove dead skin and other impurities. Exfoliating your skin with a clay mask regularly, but not too much, will improve your complexion. Be careful, however, because exfoliating your skin too much will strip it of its protective layer resulting in dull skin. Using a clay mask once or twice a week should be sufficient.

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3. Absorbs Excess Oil

Clay masks are often recommended to people with oily skin because it absorbs excess oils on the skin’s surface. This helps oily skin in multiple ways, such as that it unclogs pores and leaves the skin looking more matte for a longer period. Clay masks are a great way to manage oily skin.

4. Minimizes Pores

One common skin issue is large pores, which could be caused by oily skin but also by dehydrated skin. Pores appear larger when it is clogged with dirt and dead skin cells. In some cases, blackheads may also develop in enlarged pores. These can be avoided by regular exfoliation with a clay mask. A clay mask will remove dirt and other impurities that may clog up your pores, making your pores appear smaller.

5. Managing Breakouts

Dirt, pollution, and dead skin cells are the root of most skin issues, including breakouts. These things could irritate and infect the pores, causing pimples. So, breakouts caused by dirt and pollution are preventable with regular cleansing and exfoliation with a clay mask.

6. Soothe Irritated Skin

If you have skin conditions like contact dermatitis or eczema or if you simply have sensitive skin, clay masks may help soothe irritation or inflammation. Clay masks are believed to also stimulate blood circulation, which helps relieve irritation and inflammation, as well as promotes faster healing.

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7. Oxygenates Skin Cells

Skin needs oxygen to stay healthy and supple. However, pores are often clogged, so oxygen cannot penetrate the skin. Clay masks helps oxygenate the skin—it helps remove hydrogen to allow oxygen to penetrate. Adequate oxygen in the skin stimulates blood circulation while promoting the repair and maintenance of skin cells. All these contribute toward healthier, glowing skin.

8. Get Rid Of Body Odor

If you are struggling with bad body odor, you may try detoxing your underarms with a clay mask. A clay mask will draw out toxins and impurities in your underarms that cause body odor. You can use clay masks to control body odor when you transition to using natural deodorants or use it as a regular part of your routine for your underarms.

If you enjoyed reading about how adding clay to your beauty routine can be advantageous, then you might also like our article on exfoliation.

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56 Comments

  1. This is very useful information I never thought of using a clay mask for my arm pits to eliminate odor and since clay absorbs excess oil can possibly get rid of boils from clocked pores (I suffer from boils under the pits due to clogged pores from using powdered scented deodorants and have been wanting to use a more natural product then what i have been using) .the information and tips are so useful and beneficial I have been reading and applying to my daily beauty regimen with great success. Thank you so much!

  2. I had no idea adding clay to your beauty routine could be so helpful. thank you for the information.

  3. I enjoyed reading your information. Thank you for providing new approaches for making masks.

  4. This is an amazing article! I’ve also heard that clays masks are great for the hair, I haven’t tried it yet. I now look forward to adding Clay’s to my skincare regimen!

  5. We have clay soil where I live. Wonder if it works. Probably not.
    Good tip on the arm pits!

  6. I wouldn’t have thought that clay helps with irritation or body odor. Learn something interesting every day.

  7. I have used a clay based shampoo for an oily scalp and it worked really well, actually too well! It gave me dry scalp so I had to stop using it, so I can definitely see how it could curb oil and breakouts on skin. I’d just use once a week or bi-weekly to prevent drying out my skin. But it definitely is a powerful and natural element to use for all sorts of beauty treatments.

  8. This is a very effective procedure for many of the facial problems found in both sexes

  9. Thank you for the information. I’ve heard of clay, however, I never knew why and the benefits. Definitely going to try.

  10. We went into the natural clay in the North Island in New Zealand. Wow, it was incredible!!

  11. Wow, so many benefits to using a clay mask! I have never tried one before. I think it’s definitely time!

  12. I have always loved clay masks. Now I know why. Not in a million years would I have thought to use them under my arms but I am going to try it now! thank you!

  13. Have shared this with my partner, she loves using masks. I may have unwittingly signed myself up for one now too.

  14. Thank you for this. I have used clay masks before. But I didn’t know all of the benefits. I have oily skin so I would call clay masks essential for me.

  15. I used them years ago when I was younger. I kind of got out of the habit once I got older and my skin isn’t as oily. Maybe I should give them a try again!

  16. I have never thought to use clay masks. I will try them now. I also wouldn’t have thought about using them on your underarms!

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