One of the most effective clays available for acne sufferers is Moroccan Red Clay because it’s hands down the best clay to use for ridding the complexion of blackheads, toning the skin, and re-balancing dry, flaky skin with regular use. I have been using this clay for years and if I had to choose just one […]
Acne and Skincare
French Clay – The Green Standard for Flawless Skin
French clay (aka Sea clay) is the most used and well known of the facial clays. I know for a fact that the vast majority of us have used the Mint Julep face mask. Why? Because we know it works, we know it’s good for healing acne, and we know it’s a comfortable “not as […]
White Kaolin Clay for Sensitive Skin
Kaolin clay has long been used in sculpturing, as a gloss for paper, and for porcelain making in Chinese culture. Today, its coveted texture and absorbency has made its way into almost every cosmetic and personal hygiene product such as make-up, soaps, scrubs, deodorants, and of course, facial masks. Kaolin clay (also known as China […]
Is Bentonite Clay Right for Your Skin Type?
The beautifying and purifying properties of clay have been used for thousands of years by cultures all around the world. Its ability to absorb various pigments from plants and minerals was highly valued in the preparation of body paints by ancient civilizations. Cleopatra was known to use dead sea clay twice a week to keep […]
Is Thyme Better than Benzoyl Peroxide?
I have long used thyme as an effective cold and flu remedy for bronchial congestion, sinus pressure, sore throat, and for boosting immunity, but did you know that thyme’s amazing anti-bacterial properties give it an edge over acne? Would you believe me if I said it’s actually more effective than benzoyl peroxide without all the […]