For beauty, all methods are used. What only scientists do not come up with, so that our beauty blossoms every day. Clay became very popular. It is of different composition and color, but white and blue clay are of the greatest value.
What is white clay. White clay (scientifically, kaolin) is a powder of white color, greasy to the touch. The basis of kaolin contains aluminosilicates. If you add a little water, the clay is easily mixed with it and forms a pliable plastic mass. Due to its composition, white clay has found wide application in cosmetology and folk medicine. The history of the use of clay as a remedy for several millennia and its origin it takes in ancient China. The composition of kaolin contains trace elements and mineral salts, which have an anti-inflammatory, healing, cleansing and restorative effect on the skin. It is also important that white clay is able to absorb poisons and toxins, so it is good to use in severe poisoning. Also kaolin is the strongest natural "antibiotic".
Kaolin in cosmetology. In cosmetology, a clay-colored color is a most valuable component. It is harmless, clean, has no abrasive properties, which is especially important when using it on the skin. Due to its properties, clay has found wide application in ointments, pastes, powders for damaged and prone to diaper rash, for example, for children's ass. Also, the clay excellently proved itself as a component for masks from acne. When you use it:
- Cleansing the skin and saturating the skin with miners.
- Activation of the process of cell renewal and intercellular exchange.
- Slows the spread of microbes.
- Skin undergoes antiseptic action and recovery.
Kaolin is mainly used for oily, combination skin, and also prone to acne and pustules. It is believed that due to the tightening effect, white clay can not be used for dry skin, but this is not true. Cosmetologists advise using white clay in autumn and winter, when the skin is most exposed to external influences. You can buy it at a pharmacy or a cosmetic store. Dilute the clay with water, and a decoction of different herbs, suitable for your skin. After applying the gum should lie in silence and give mimic wrinkles to relax.
How to use clay. In cosmetology, clay is used for facial and body skin, hair with increased greasiness, as an anti-cellulite remedy, as well as for the use of baths and wraps. For oily and sensitive skin. Prepare a decoction of chamomile, oregano or celandine in advance. Then dissolve in the decoction 3 table. l. white clay and stir well. Consistency should resemble sour cream. This mask is applied exactly to the person in places of increased greasiness. After 15-20 minutes, wash off the clay with warm water and then with cool water. Also, you can add a grated cucumber to this mask, it will give a feeling of freshness. For dry skin is recommended here is a recipe for cosmetology. White kaolin in the amount of 1 table. l. mixed with 30 c. lemon juice, 1 tsp. honey liquid and achieve the consistency of sour cream. If it is dense, then add a little water. The mask is applied for 20-30 minutes, and then washed off with cool water and rubbed with lemon. The procedure can be done no more than 1-2 times a week. For hair. 4 table. l. Clay is dissolved in a small amount of water and applied to damp hair. Make a greenhouse and after 30 minutes rinse well. Shampoo should not be used, but the conditioner can be used. For oily hair, add lemon juice. Against cellulite. In equal parts, mix kaolin, cinnamon and coffee grounds. Add rosemary 2 to. And mix well. Apply on problem areas and massage for 10 minutes. After rinsing, you can take a salt bath. Baths. Dissolve a few spoons of kaolin in a small amount of water and pour into a bath with dissolved sea salt. Everything, you can take a bath. Oh, yes, you can add a few more drops of aromatic oil from cellulite. Immediately kill two birds with one stone. Use white clay in your beauty recipes, and your skin will become supple, clean, smooth and fresh.
