DIY Clay Face Mask Kit Instructions
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Your DIY Clay Face Mask Kit comes with all the ingredients you need to make 6 clay face masks.
In these instructions, you’ll find a list of items you need to gather before you begin mixing your mask, as well as information about each booster pack, their specific uses and unique benefits. Before you begin, please read the safety precautions at the bottom of this page.
What You’ll Need:
We suggest mixing this mask in your bathroom near a sink. Before you begin, you will need to gather the following tools:
- A small bowl
- A timer
- A towel
- The following measuring spoons: 1 teaspoon, ¼ teaspoon
If your DIY Kit doesn’t include tools:
- A small spoon for mixing
- A makeup brush for easy application
- A face cloth for removing you mask
Instructions:
Depending on your desired results, follow the recipe below with your chosen “Booster Pack”.
Each kit includes 3 booster packs, which have their own benefits . Depending on the booster packs included in your kit, your unique recipe will create unique results!
A gentle reminder to read the safety information before you begin. Do not use the “booster pack” unless it is diluted within the “base clay” as per the recipe. Do not add ingredients other than those suggested here, specifically essential oils as they are not water soluble and may cause irritation and damage your skin.
Always apply your face mask to a clean face.
Lastly, remember to make note of any substitutions and results, so you can compare your own recipes!
Recipe:
- 2 teaspoons of “Base Clay”
- 1/4 teaspoon of your chosen “Booster"
- 1/2 teaspoon Glycerin
- 1/4 teaspoon Water
Optional Additions:
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh honey for a more hydrating mask
- 1/4 teaspoon of your favourite Facial Oil for a creamier consistency
- 1/4 teaspoon Witch Hazel for a added toning effect
- substitute Rose Water instead of water for a soothing effect
Slight flushing is normal and should disappear within half an hour.
Booster Benefits
Seabuckthorn Booster:
Benefits: Age Defying • Soothing • Brightening
Famous for its healing properties, the Seabuckthorn plant’s unique composition of vitamins and antioxidants makes it valuable for sensitive and aging skin.
Rosehip Booster:
Benefits: Healing • Soothing • Clarifying
High in Vitamin C, Rosehips are world renowned for their ability to soothe and heal, while reducing redness, inflammation and scarring.
Green Tea Booster:
Benefits: Soothing • Clarifying • Age Defying
Filled with natural Catechins called Polyphenols (powerful antioxidants) the occurrence of both Vitamin E and Vitamin C within this extract makes it best at combating signs of aging and repairing environmental damage.
Chamomile Booster:
Benefits: Soothing • Calming • Anti-Inflammatory
Chamomile has historically been known for its soothing and calming properties. It’s unique constituents (such as flavonoids and terpenoids) contribute to its medicinal nature- to both soothe and calm your complexion.
Licorice Root Booster:
Benefits: Brightening • Regenerative • Age Defying
Known for its anti-oxidant and regenerative properties, due to the presence of Glycyrrhizic acid, Licorice Root is powerful against signs of ageing caused by UVB damage. It is also used to brighten dark spots and reduce inflammation.
Charcoal Booster:
Benefits: Clarifying • Brightening
Derived from bamboo, Activated Charcoal is an expert in binding to moisture and oil- drawing out impurities from the skin. Powerful as a means of extraction, charcoal removes dead skin cells and excess oil without drying out the skin.
Important Safety Information:
Always patch test your formula prior to use to test for reactions and sensitivities. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not leave your clay mask on longer than 10 minutes, especially if you have sensitive skin, as this may increase redness and flushing. Slight redness of skin after use is normal and will disappear in about 30 minutes. Do not use more than once a week. We do not suggest you add any other ingredients other than the substitution suggestions in the recipe. Do not add essential oils.
Only use the “booster packs” if they are mixed with the “base clay” packs as per the recipe included. The “booster packs” are not suitable for direct application unless diluted with the “base clay” mixture.
To ensure the shelf life of your product is not compromised, keep all dry ingredients away from water during the mixing process. Always handle ingredients with dry, clean hands to prevent contamination. When not in use, store the ingredients included in this kit out of direct sunlight and away from extreme heat.
Clays may stain fabric so use caution when applying and mixing these ingredients.
For external use only. Do not ingest. Discontinue use if irritation continues.