Planning to kick back and enjoy your weekend beauty regimen? Have you already decided to put on a mask, play some music and relax over the weekend? Is the choice between a clay mask and mud mask your only concern this weekend? No worries, we've got you covered! Read on... Mud and clay masks are a great fix for your skin. They help rejuvenate your skin and make for an excellent, relaxed afternoon. And, the best part is—you can easily treat yourself to a quick facial at the comfort of your own home.
01How to choose the perfect mask for yourself?
Mud and clay masks can work wonders for your skin. Both, clay mask and mud masks are made with natural ingredients. The key difference between the mud mask and clay mask is—that mud works as a skin-healing agent, while the clay mask is a cosmetic that acts as a drying skin agent. You can opt for either, depending on your skin type. You can go for clay masks if you have oily skin, and if you are more prone to breakouts. But you can choose the mud masks if you have dry and dull skin, and your skin needs moisture. Simple!
02A guide to clay masks:
If you have oily skin, clay mask is the perfect solution. Clay masks is a powerhouse of minerals, iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium. Applying clay mask will help absorb dirt and oil trapped in the pores, getting rid of greasy texture. Plus, they help tighten sagging skin, which aids to reverse ageing. It also exfoliates dead skin cells and refines large pores. DIY Raw honey and clay mask: Start off by with mixing bentonite clay with water. Then, add 2 tablespoons of raw honey to this mixture. Now, stir this mixture till you get a thick paste. Then, gently apply this mask on your face and let it sit for about 15 minutes. Later, rinse it off with lukewarm water. Voila! Repeat this mask at least once in a week.
03A guide to mud masks:
Just like clay masks, mud masks have many benefits to the skin. If you have dry and dull masks, you can opt for mud masks. Mud masks are popular, as they are known to improve blood circulation under the skin, cleanse the skin of dirt and impurities, moisturize. Plus, it helps and refreshes and brightens your skin. As mud mask dries, it aids the process tightening your skin, making it appear younger. Also, mud masks are an excellent solution for—cleansing, moisturizing and repairing your skin's tissue. DIY Mud mask: You'll require 2 tablespoons of mud clay, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of lavender oil. Start off by mixing all the ingredients till you get a consistent paste. Then, gently apply this mixture on your face. Let this mask dry for about 15-20 minutes. Later, rinse it off with lukewarm water. Remember to be gentle. You can repeat this process once a week for effective results.
