Pink clay Ecocert 50 g

Pink cosmetic clay for face, body and hair

Pink clay is used for delicate skin and hair care. It has absorbed the best of red and white clay. Its composition includes iron and copper oxides, kaolinite (silicon and aluminium oxides). The cosmetic effects of pink clay were tried by the inhabitants of ancient Greece, ancient Egypt and even China. Moreover, there were beliefs that pink clay helps to cleanse not only the skin, but also the aura around the person.

Characteristics of the component and features of use

Synonyms: Pink clay (English), argile rose (French), rosa ton (German)

Appearance: light pink fine powder

Composition: Montmorillonite 70%, Illite 24% , Kaolin 6% pH: 8.25

Particle size: < 150 μm

Guaranteed absence of heavy metals: Pb < 10 ppm, As < 10 ppm, Cd < 0,2 ppm, Hg < 0,05 ppm.

Solubility: dispersed in the base or mixed with water

Dosage: up to 100 % Certification: Ecocert

Storage: long-term storage recommended in a dark place at a temperature up to 25 °C, protected from direct sunlight.

Cosmetic features of the product

Warm compresses from pink clay stimulate metabolic and reparative processes in tissues. Topical baths with pink clay reduce horny layers and soften rough skin on hands, elbows and feet, promote healing of small cracks and cuts. Baths with pink clay well relieve fatigue, have a toning effect, improve metabolic processes in the tissues, soften the skin of the body.Pink clay - a natural natural product rich in iron and potassium. It improves blood supply to the skin and nourishes it with oxygen. Pink clay has a particularly favourable effect on sluggish and dull skin, gives it vitality, a feeling of freshness, removes toxins. Pink clay stimulates the process of cell renewal, thus contributing to the long-term preservation of your youth, improving beauty, improving the health of the face and body. Cosmetic masks from pink clay rejuvenate and soften the skin, eliminating dried out and outmoded epidermis. They remove dirt and excess fat, clogging pores, promote regeneration and healing of skin cracks.

In hair care, pink clay is especially useful for dry and lifeless hair. It strengthens weakened hair and relieves irritation of the skin, helps to remove dandruff. Hair masks based on pink clay are effective for brittle hair, especially dry hair. Enriching the hair with essential microelements, pink clay helps restore vitality and lustre of hair. Rose clay masks are suitable for normal, dry, damaged and unruly hair. 

Standard recipe for clay mask (amount for face)

• clay 2 tsp.
• water (or hydrolat) 4-5 tsp (or vary yourself to the state of thick sour cream)
• optional favourite base oil 1 tsp.
• essential oils as desired or your problem 3-4 drops.

How to make a mask from clay

• Take clay (or a mixture of different clays). Pour into a suitable container.
• Add water (or hydrolat) until the consistency of thick sour cream.
• Add base oil and essential oil and stir thoroughly.
• Apply a thick layer to the face, neck and décolleté area. Leave it on for 10-15 min. Preferably do not allow the mask to dry on your face. You can spray your face with an atomiser or cover it with wet gauze.
• Rinse the mask off with water. Apply moisturising cream.

In what cosmetics clays are used

Facial cosmetics

Cosmetic clay is used in facial mask formulas, in solid or liquid facial soaps, in facial tissue masks. It provides deep cleansing action, absorbs excess sebum, oxygenates and revitalises the skin, and stimulates cell regeneration. Recommended dosages:

• face masks 5-50%
• facial tissue masks 3-7%
• solid soap 3-7%
• liquid soap 5-20%.

Hair care

Cosmetic clay is used in the formulas of liquid, dry and solid shampoos, as well as in hair masks. It provides deep cleansing action, absorbs excess sebum, oxygenates and revitalises the scalp, stimulates cell regeneration (against dandruff). Green clay, white clay and russul are particularly effective in hair care. Recommended dosages:

• dry powder shampoo 30-50%
• dry spray shampoo 3-5%
• solid shampoo 3-5%
• liquid shampoo 5-20%
• hair masks 5-20%.
   

Oral care

Cosmetic clay is used in natural toothpaste formulas. It provides cleansing action, restores neutral pH, heals, soothes inflamed gums and prevents bleeding gums, keeps fresh breath. Green and white clay are particularly effective in oral care. Recommended dosage: 30-50%.
 

Natural deodorants

Cosmetic clay is used in the formulas of natural deodorants. It ensures the preservation of freshness by neutralising odours. Green and white clay are particularly effective in deodorants. Recommended dosages: 

• roller deodorants 1,5-5%
• deodorant sprays 1,5-5%
• stick deodorants 3-7%
• powder deodorants for feet 30-50%.
   

Spa Welness treatments

Cosmetic clay is used in the formulas of SPA cosmetics for face, body and hair, e.g. face masks, body wraps, bath salts. It heals, reduces inflammation and has a relaxing effect. Green, blue and red clay are particularly effective in Spa&Welness cosmetics. Recommended dosages: 

• face masks 5-50%
• body wraps 30-50%
• bath salts 3-7%
• powder deodorants for feet 30-50%. to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and make the skin fresher and healthier. 

Handmade cosmetics recipes, formulas and reviews

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