White kaolin clay face masks

The word "kaolin" is derived from the name of the place it originates - the Kaoling Hill in China from which region the mineral was mined for centuries. It is also known as China clay or China stone. It is composed of silica, iron, magnesium, calcium, sodium, zinc, and other minerals. Kaolin is a white, insoluble powder with very good absorbent qualities. This ability can be used to absorb impurities and toxins from skin. Kaolin clays can be incorporated into soaps, scrubs, facial masks, body powders, and a number of other skincare products. Kaolin clay comes in many colors - white, pink, yellow, and red, although white is the most common and easiest to obtain. The naturally occurring colors indicate different minerals. White kaolin clay does no draw oils from skin, therefor it has mild cleansing and exfoliating properties. White clay is the most gentle followed by yellow then pink and red becoming slightly more astringent. White clay is suitable for all skin types, particularly for dry, sensitive ad mature skin. This gentle clay ideal for sensitive skin is often used in soaps or shaving creams to give them a silky slip. 

Basic white kaolin clay face mask

2 tbsp white kaolin clay

2 tbsp water

Mix clay with water to form paste. Apply the paste to clean face and leave to dry for 15-20 minutes. Wash face with warm water. 

White kaolin clay face mask for sensitive skin

3 tbsp white kaolin clay

2 tbsp dried lavender flowers

2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers

water/rose water

Make a fine powder from the flowers. Mix in white clay and enough water/rose water to make a paste. Apply the paste to clean face and leave to dry for 15-20 minutes. Wash face with warm water.

White kaolin clay and roses face mask (for dry and sensitive skin)

4 tbsp white kaolin clay 

rose water

several drops of rose essential oil

Mix all ingredients to form paste. Apply the paste to face and leave on for 5-10 minutes. Do not let it dry on face. Gently wash off with warm water.

White kaolin clay and egg white face mask

1 egg white

several tbsp of white kaolin clay (depending on egg size)

Combine egg white with clay. Apply the paste on to clean face. Wash off after 10 minutes.

The above recipes for white kaolin clay face mask are just a few that you can come up with. Get creative and create your own clay face mask by adding water, floral water, milk, yogurt, buttermilk, egg white, herbal tea or aloe vera juice to the clay. You can also add honey, ground oats, various herbs and essential oils of your choice.