Moroccan clay Ghassoul - homemade mask for cleansing pores

What is the difference between ghassoul clay (or rassul clay)? Check the properties and origin of this cosmetic product. We advise how to use it and how to choose the highest quality product.

The potential of clays has been known to mankind for thousands of years. We use them in a variety of ways – making ceramics, extracting raw materials for construction, or using them for cosmetic purposes. Clays are mined in different places around the world, and they are more different from each other than put together. They have not only different origins, but also compositions and properties.

A common property of all clays is the ability to deeply cleanse the skin. This makes them willingly used in beauty rituals. Clay can be used neat, mixed with water and applied to the face or body. Another common way is to use this miracle ingredient in cosmetics that also contain other active ingredients. This can bring great results - clay helps to remove dead cells of the epidermis and opens the pores, which allows beneficial moisturizing and nourishing components to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin.

On the market you can find a very wide range of clays - red, blue, black, yellow, green, white, pink. Ghassul clay is closest to the latter, but it is usually distinguished as a separate species due to its special properties and is mined in only one place in the world.

Gassul clay - where does it come from? 

The uniqueness of Ghassoul clay lies not only in its special properties, but above all in its origin. This is a unique resource that can only be found in one place around the world! This is Tamadafelt, a Moroccan city in the northwest of the country. Like other clays, ghassoul is mined from underground in a mine.

As the main export product of the region, Moroccan rassoul clay is mined by traditional methods - manually separated, washed, dried and ground without the use of chemicals. It is the clays processed in this way that are the safest and show the most beneficial effect on the skin. All because of the purity of the composition, which can be achieved in this way.

How to choose high-quality Ghassoul clay? 

If you care about the maximum purity of the product, choose a powdered product. It should contain only one ingredient - Ghassoul clay. To stock up on the highest quality cosmetics, look for the ECOCERT label, a French certification awarded to only XNUMX% organic products.

Our offer includes several variants of Moroccan clay offered by the brands Natur Planet, Nacomi, Shamasa and Phytocosmetics.

Properties of Moroccan clay - why should you use it? 

Moroccan clay guarantees deep cleansing of pores and their narrowing. It regulates the activity of the sebaceous glands and removes excess sebum, the accumulation of which can contribute to the formation of acne. This makes it ideal for treating oily and acne prone skin.

In addition, Ghassoul clay:

• evens out skin tone;
• brightens the skin;
• improves flexibility;
• moisturizes;
• Smoothes;
• removes dead cells of the epidermis;
• nourishes;
• regulates the production of sebum.

All these properties make Moroccan clay a universal cosmetic product, suitable not only for the treatment of acne, but also for the care of dry and combination skin. Unlike stronger clays such as black, green or red, it does not irritate the skin. If your complexion is very sensitive, it is recommended that you test a small area of ​​your skin, such as your wrist, before applying the clay to your face.

Are you interested in other types of clays? Check out our other articles: 

• White clay is the choice for sensitive, couperose skin. What are the properties of white clay?
• Blue clay: properties. How to use blue clay and why is it worth it?
• Red clay: a universal cosmetic product. Properties of red clay
• Pink clay is an ingredient with unique properties. Who Should Use Pink Clay?
• Green clay is ideal for acne. How to make a green clay mask?

Homemade Ghassoul clay face mask - how to prepare it? 

If you are armed with clay powder, you need to mix the product with water in such proportions that it turns into a thick paste. Apply to cleansed skin and keep for about 10-15 minutes. Then wash off the rest of the clay from your face. After this treatment, it is worth spraying the face with a hydrosol or wiping with a mild tonic to balance the pH of the skin. You can also add hydrolate to powdered clay instead of water. A homemade cleansing mask will help achieve even better hydration and at the same time soothe the complexion.

If you want to combine the power of active ingredients, Bielenda's ghassoul clay mask with algae is the perfect solution. This set is a recipe for deep hydration.

Cosmetics with Moroccan clay - what to choose? 

Clay can be supplemented with clay using cosmetics containing it in its composition. An example is the soap offered by the Hagi brand. In addition to clay, it contains many skin-friendly oils, borage and evening primrose oils.

You can also use ghassoul clay for body care. This will help you cleanse your skin and at the same time relax it after a hard day. Applying clay to stretch marks can help lighten them. You can apply clay to certain parts of the body just as you would to your face. Another, more convenient way is to mix bath cosmetics. This way the clay will be able to penetrate the skin and you will also enjoy a relaxing bath session.

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