Green clay is a volcanic rock with many benefits. This economical product is very interesting for everything it can offer. It can indeed be used for almost all problems: for the face, hair, joints and even the house, all naturally! Here are 4 possible uses of green clay to accompany you on a daily basis.
1) A mask for oily hair
Did you wash your hair yesterday, and should you already wash it again today? Washing your lengths too frequently is not recommended, and can damage your scalp. It would therefore be necessary space out shampoosbut what to do when your hair gets greasy again so quickly? The solution lies in green clay, a real ally for regulating the sebum in your hair.
To make your mask, you will only need a few ingredients. First of all, main element of the recipe: green clay. Prefer it in powder form and take montmorillonite. Mix the same volume green clay with lukewarm water. You can add two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar which fights against dandruff and which also has the property of purifying the scalp. It is also possible to add a few drops of essential oils in your mixture. We recommend essential oils of lavender, rosemary, sage or even ylang-ylang. Once these ingredients are mixed, you will need to obtain a thick paste which you will then apply to your hair, focusing on the roots. Let it rest environ 15 minutes before washing your hair.
2) Goodbye oily skin!
Is your skin glowing despite everything you do to it, and are you seriously starting to give up? Don’t give up and instead try this mask suitable for oily skin made from green clay. The latter will absorb sebum from your skin, rebalance its production, and help you have more beautiful skin by tightening your pores.
To make this mask, you will need green clay that you dilute with the same amount of lukewarm water. Then you will add juice of half a lemon which will help purify your skin, deeply cleanse it and cleanse it. You will also need to add 2 to 3 drops of tea tree essential oil which is an oil known for its purifying, cleansing and astringent properties. Leave this mask on 5 to 10 minutes and rinse it with lukewarm water. Once your mask is finished, don’t forget to apply to your face a moisturizer which will soothe your skin and hydrate it after this attack.
3) Anti-wrinkles
Do you want to fight against the appearance of wrinkles? Green clay is made for you! It has a tightening effect, and the mask we offer you will allow you to fight against the appearance of these signs of aging.
You just need to mix two spoons of green clay with a teaspoon of argan oil. Then you will add a cup of hot water to dilute your mixture. Once ready, you can add some geranium essential oil drops or a few drops of Damask rose essential oil. Then apply the mask to your face and leave to act for approximately 15 to 20 minutes. You will then need to rinse your little face with lukewarm water, or even cool water if possible. This will have a firming effect. Then apply a moisturizer or do a little anti-aging care.
4) Against pain
Have you hurt your back again or is that osteoarthritis that’s bothering you back? Don’t panic, green clay can save you on this one! You will need to make a poultice and apply it to the painful areas.
To do this, mix about three tablespoons of green clay and two tablespoons of mineral water. Mix well the paste you will obtain. Once well diluted, for a evil of twolightly heat the mixture in the oven. Once heated, allow it to cool slightly until it is more burning for your skin and apply this poultice to the painful area. Leave the preparation for about an hour on your back, before rinsing the area where the clay was applied. You can also use this recipe for hand pain caused by osteoarthritis.
