Red clay

Skin prone to redness - Couperose

Choosing red clay means following in Cleopatra's footsteps. The Queen of Egypt is said to have used it for her skin care balms. Made fromilliteRed clay is particularly rich in iron oxide and trace elements, making it the 'healthy glow' clay par excellence. Red clay also has the property ofimprove blood microcirculation.

Its benefits

Cleansing, purifying and invigoratingRed clay is used on the skin as on the hair. In all cases, it will eliminate impurities and restore radiance.

Benefits of red clay for the skin

For use in mask once a week or in poulticeRed clay restores radiance to all skin types, but it is particularly recommended for the following skin types normal, sensitive and redness-prone skin or couperose. A bath clay will also purify, remineralise and soften the skin: dilute one sachet (200 g) in your bath water and relax in it for around twenty minutes, then rinse.

Benefits of red clay for hair

Red clay for hair absorbs excess sebum, removes impurities and purifies the scalp. The colour is intended for brown and red hairIt will make your hair more supple and shiny, while adding volume. Red clay can be used to hair masksimply diluted in a little mineral water

Three recipes for homemade masks using red clay

Red clay radiance mask

For a revived complexion:

Mix 1 tablespoon red clay with 3 drops ofjojoba oil (orargan) and mineral water until you obtain a homogeneous paste. Another possible recipe uses 2 tablespoons of red clay and 1 tablespoon ofgeranium bourbon hydrosol. Apply to face and leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing thoroughly.

Red clay hair mask

For dry hair:

Dilute 4 teaspoons red clay in a little spring water, then add 2 drops ofpeppermint essential oil2 others fromYlang-Ylang essential oil and 2 more fromrosemary essential oil. Apply directly to the scalp, massaging lightly, and leave on for 30 minutes before rinsing thoroughly.

Revitalizing mask

For sensitive skin:

Prepare a homogeneous paste with 30 g red clay3 tablespoons ofrose water1 teaspoon jojoba powder, 2 drops ofrose essential oil2 others fromchamomile essential oil and a little mineral water. Apply to the face and leave on for fifteen minutes. Spray on a little water or floral water if the clay dries out too much.

Risks, precautions and contraindications of red clay

Externally, red clay has no particular contraindications. Simply avoid using utensils made of plastic, iron or oxidisable metals for your preparations.

Storage method

If possible, red clay should be stored in its original packaging, away from air, light and moisture. Close the pack tightly after use. However, there is no expiry date.