Rhassoul Clay is an exceptional clay with versatile properties. It is mined in the fertile Atlas Mountains of Morocco and has been used for over 12 centuries by populations in North Africa, Southern Europe and Middle East.
Benefits: Rhassoul Clay’s most impressive properties in skin improvement are its capacity of absorption due to its high levels of ion exchange. Studies have shown that it is reputed to reduce dryness and flakiness, improve skin clarity and elasticity. It is rich in magnesium, silica, potassium and calcium. It aids in rejuvenation, detoxification and toning of the skin. Clay masks will seemingly lift and tighten the skin and rhassoul clay is often used in body masks. Caution should be exercised as clays may stain fabric. Moroccan Red clay should not be used by those with sensitive or dry skin types.
Benefits: Rhassoul Clay’s most impressive properties in skin improvement are its capacity of absorption due to its high levels of ion exchange. Studies have shown that it is reputed to reduce dryness and flakiness, improve skin clarity and elasticity. It is rich in magnesium, silica, potassium and calcium. It aids in rejuvenation, detoxification and toning of the skin. Clay masks will seemingly lift and tighten the skin and rhassoul clay is often used in body masks. Caution should be exercised as clays may stain fabric. Moroccan Red clay should not be used by those with sensitive or dry skin types.
To begin your skin cleanse or mask:
Mix in your hand or a small glass bowl one to two tablespoon clay with 1-2 teaspoon (or more) hydrosol, aloe vera juice, yogurt (for extra moisture and exfoliation), milk (for extra nourishment), fresh organic fruit juice (for more of a gentle spa-like fruit acid peel) or water. You may need more liquid to form a smooth spreadable paste-like consistency. Allow the mixture to thicken for one minute. Add more liquid if its’ too thick or more clay, mud or oatmeal if it’s too thin. Apply with a brush or with your fingers, massage onto the face, throat and décolleté with an upward and outward circular motion, avoiding the delicate eye area.
To use as a cleanser:
Rinse off immediately with warm water while scrubbing gently with a wash cloth, then spray your favourite hydrosol or toner over cleansed area, and as a final skin treat - massage your face, throat, décolleté or body with a good oil (jojoba, argan, marula) and then apply your favorite moisturizer.
To use as a mask:
Allow clay, mud or oatmeal to dry completely for 20 to 30 minutes, preferably while you are lying down. Don’t scrub away at your face to remove the mask, instead use a wet cloth to remove the cleanser. Wash off with a wash cloth that you have soaked in warm water, place over your face and allow the mask to absorb the water. Rinse well with warm water, while scrubbing gently with a wash cloth, then spray your favourite hydrosol or toner over cleansed area, and as a final skin treat - massage your face, throat, décolleté or body with a good oil (jojoba, argan, marula) and then apply your favorite moisturizer.
Mix in your hand or a small glass bowl one to two tablespoon clay with 1-2 teaspoon (or more) hydrosol, aloe vera juice, yogurt (for extra moisture and exfoliation), milk (for extra nourishment), fresh organic fruit juice (for more of a gentle spa-like fruit acid peel) or water. You may need more liquid to form a smooth spreadable paste-like consistency. Allow the mixture to thicken for one minute. Add more liquid if its’ too thick or more clay, mud or oatmeal if it’s too thin. Apply with a brush or with your fingers, massage onto the face, throat and décolleté with an upward and outward circular motion, avoiding the delicate eye area.
To use as a cleanser:
Rinse off immediately with warm water while scrubbing gently with a wash cloth, then spray your favourite hydrosol or toner over cleansed area, and as a final skin treat - massage your face, throat, décolleté or body with a good oil (jojoba, argan, marula) and then apply your favorite moisturizer.
To use as a mask:
Allow clay, mud or oatmeal to dry completely for 20 to 30 minutes, preferably while you are lying down. Don’t scrub away at your face to remove the mask, instead use a wet cloth to remove the cleanser. Wash off with a wash cloth that you have soaked in warm water, place over your face and allow the mask to absorb the water. Rinse well with warm water, while scrubbing gently with a wash cloth, then spray your favourite hydrosol or toner over cleansed area, and as a final skin treat - massage your face, throat, décolleté or body with a good oil (jojoba, argan, marula) and then apply your favorite moisturizer.
- Removes oils and toxins from the skin
- Bio-active elements provide anti-bacterial properties
- Tones and stimulates providing oxygen to skin cells
- Tightens Pores
- Exfoliates
- Fights free radicals which can prematurely age the skin
- Fights blemishes and blackheads
- Can be used as a spot-treatment directly on blemishes