Monday, December 22, 2014

Night time regimen

I've been searching for face, body and hair products containing few ingredients and researching each time I decide to test them out. I keep hearing about how different types of clay can be of multipurpose use, clarifying for your hair, face wash/ mask and even toothpaste. I have begun to use Now solutions Red Clay (Red Moroccan Clay, Ghassoul Clay, Oxide Clay) as a face wash and mask since 12/20/14. So far my face feels clean, smooth, and a little tight but it's honestly no residue feel afterwards. After all this is a non-foaming wash and its not suppose to strip you face of natural oils. Red clay among other clay's is good for sensitive skin, which I have. I also had oily skin at times but that has changed ever since I've decided to put oils on my face, currently using ACURE 100% Marula oil. I also have occasional breakouts and some face scaring from popping my zits but now my face has cleared up immensely. I wash my face once at night and make sure to hydrate with face oil afterwards (other good face oils: Sweet almond oil, Jojoba oil, Argan oil). Sometimes I add more face oil in the AM if needed.These are the steps on my face regimen.


NOTE: Never use metal when you are working with clay, this will take away from the good stuff in the clay.
You will need a plastic or wooden spoon and a glass or plastic bowl.
 This is how much clay you will need for your face for a mask or face wash. Just add water and achieve a yogurt consistency. Then when you have taken all your makeup off with makeup remover or cold pressed extra virgin olive oil, you will do the next step.
 This is the result of water added to the clay. Now to wash your face. TIP: I like to keep the water running on a low setting so I can rinse as I'm applying the clay so it will not set.
 It can get a bit messy but it will wash right off, do not let dry.
 Now you can either use a toner of your choice. You can use organic witch hazel or an apple cider vinegar with water rinse. Then add your moisturizer.

I will keep you all posted on my results, so far I'm liking the results.