Thanks to its absorbent, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, healing and remineralizing properties, clay has been used since the dawn of time to enhance beauty and take care of the health of the people who use it. However, you would be wrong to limit yourself only to classic green clay! Although better known than the others, it is not in fact more effective. To help you choose the color of clay that best suits your skin type and your needs, discover the benefits of the most common clays on the market!
1) The benefits of green clay
It is commonly used for oily and combination skin as well as acne-prone skin. However, his regulatory effect also makes it very useful for regulating a scalp that re-greases too quickly (always in the form of a mask).
By using superfine or ventilated clay, we can also carry out a clay milk cure. It has many digestive properties to regulate transit (for example in the event of diarrhea), reduce gastric acidity or even protect the gastrointestinal mucosa in the event of digestive disorders. Inspired by the benefits of clay masks, we can also try poultices. Green clay being healing, antiseptic, absorbent, regenerative and hemostatic, it is often used against rheumatism and pain, sore throats, bedsores or even burns.
2) White clay
Sweeter than greenwhite clay is suitable for normal to dry skin, mature skin lacking radiance, and sensitive and fragile skin. Very healing, rejuvenating and softening, it soothes atopic skin prone to eczema or psoriasis. As a mask, it can also be used to relieve an irritated scalp and revitalize dry hair.
Health-wise, it can be used to make a clay milk to replace green clay. It can also be used to carry out dental care. It is ideal as a toothpaste or mouthwash to whiten teeth and soothe irritated gums. Finally, it can be used to treat babies’ irritated bottoms or on the armpits to absorb perspiration. It is indeed a healthier alternative to talc.
3) Red clay
As a mask, red clay brings radiance, refreshes the complexion and also takes care of skin that suffers from redness and irritationor even rosacea. It can also purify the hair. However, be sure to use it only on red or dark hair as it will not risk coloring it. In the bath or as a poultice, it is also used a lot to improve blood circulation or fight hepatitis. Here, however, always talk to your doctor before using it.
4) Pink clay
Pink clay comes from mix of white and red. Very soothing for irritated, reactive and/or dry skin, it also provides a healthy glow and mattifies the complexion. It is generally used as a mask on the face, but it can also be added to bath water to promote blood flow or used as a deodorant.
5) Yellow clay
It brightens, tones and softens sensitive, mature and fragile skin. It will also be very appreciated by oily skin with a tendency to be sensitive, because it allows gently purify. In addition, it fights acne scars as well as the pigment spots to even out the skin. However, it can also be used on weakened or tired hair by mixing it with water, floral hydrosol and/or honey. Moreover, a yellow clay poultice will prove very useful for bruises and pain.