Mineralesque Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Does anyone know of a good hydrating mask recipe?Thank you for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadryga Posted October 26, 2007 Share Posted October 26, 2007 Masks are fun. I usually go by ear, so long as there's about 40% clay in there (give or take 10%), you've got the mask-ey feel.Maybe try:40-50% clay (something mild like Aussie pastel pink, french pink or just kaolin)20% finely ground oatmeal or hydrolyzed oatmeal powder10-20% milk or yogurt powder10% honey powder(optional)10% anything else! Cocoa powder, aloe powder, kelp powder, ground herbs... up to you, really.This is easy to store and can be mixed with either water or hydrosols, and added with essential oils for use. You can play around with the percentages and ingredients to see what you like.Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted October 26, 2007 Author Share Posted October 26, 2007 Thank you so much for replying. I am going to play around with this today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted November 4, 2007 Share Posted November 4, 2007 Masks are fun. I usually go by ear, so long as there's about 40% clay in there (give or take 10%), you've got the mask-ey feel.Maybe try:40-50% clay (something mild like Aussie pastel pink, french pink or just kaolin)20% finely ground oatmeal or hydrolyzed oatmeal powder10-20% milk or yogurt powder10% honey powder(optional)10% anything else! Cocoa powder, aloe powder, kelp powder, ground herbs... up to you, really.This is easy to store and can be mixed with either water or hydrosols, and added with essential oils for use. You can play around with the percentages and ingredients to see what you like.Have fun!Thank you so much for posting this. I've been wanting to play and experiment with masks but wasn't sure what to put with what. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadryga Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 Right now, my latest favorite is equal parts rhassoul clay and baking soda, pre-mixed. When I want to use it, I shake out about a teaspoon into my hand, and add water and a few drops of agave nectar.Once the mix hydrates, just mix it properly with a finger, and then apply to the face. Rub in gentle round motions before rinsing off.The baking soda gives it gentle scrubbiness, the rhassoul... well, rhassoul is good! Also gives glide, so the baking soda isn't sandpapery. Agave nectar is an awesome humectant. I make this mix a little on the watery side, and the fluffy (super) mild lather rhassoul clay produces always amuses me This is for now gentle enough for daily use for me. Actually, I use it as a daily cleanser! I have sensitive skin that clogs easily but flakes lots, so the mild exfoliation is great. My skin's so much softer, smoother and clearer!Now, I'm just annoyed because my remaining stash of rhassoul clay is missing (I think someone threw the baggie away! ) and I will panic once my pre-mixed blend is gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 I am going to order some of that clay and try this too. Sounds great!Thank you for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Where is a good place to get Rhassoul Clay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadryga Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 There's Herbal Accents... they have it at one of the best prices I've seen ($9.50 pp), but they also have a $35 minimum order. http://www.herbalaccents.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=HA&Category_Code=CLAYSMountain Rose Herbs has pretty good prices too, though I'm not sure if it's micronized. http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/clay/clay.htmlThere's also New Directions Aromatics... lots of plugs for rhassoul on their site... http://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/rhassoul-clay-p-1268.htmlSoapies' Supplies has both micronized and chunks, but they're OOS for micronized at the moment. http://www.soapies-supplies.com/shop/Rhassoul-Clay-pr-105.htmlBrambleberry... http://www.brambleberry.com/micas.htmlAnd if you're in Canada... try Soapcraft. Karen's lovely, excellent customer service.http://soapcraft.ca/claysandsalts.htmlI love GoW, but perversely they have one of the highest prices I've seen for rhassoul About $9.80 for 8oz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Thank you Jadryga I am going to check these links. I really appreciate you giving me these sources. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadryga Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 No problem, have fun with them! They've got lots of yummy stuff on the side too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 I ordered some from Mountain Rose Herbs. I can't wait to try.Thank you, thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted November 21, 2007 Author Share Posted November 21, 2007 Jadryga , received the Rhassoul clay yesterday. I tried it like you said but I added some coconut milk powder and a little honey powder. Loved it.Thanks again for helping me with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadryga Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 You're most welcome, Linette! Rhassoul's got a sweet, very spa-ish scent that I like, and I found my rhassoul too - someone stuffed my baggie into a drawer. Thinking of ordering in some bamboo powder to play with too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mineralesque Posted November 21, 2007 Author Share Posted November 21, 2007 Glad you find your Rhassoul clay. Let me know how the Bamboo clay works out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campbellsoap Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Masks are fun. I usually go by ear, so long as there's about 40% clay in there (give or take 10%), you've got the mask-ey feel.Maybe try:40-50% clay (something mild like Aussie pastel pink, french pink or just kaolin)20% finely ground oatmeal or hydrolyzed oatmeal powder10-20% milk or yogurt powder10% honey powder(optional)10% anything else! Cocoa powder, aloe powder, kelp powder, ground herbs... up to you, really.Have fun!I made a mask similar to this I used Kaolin clay, honey powder, baby oatmeal and lemon powder. Wasn't real sure about the lemon powder but thought it might lighten the dark freckles. I have never used a mask in my life (48 yrs old). Boy was my skin dry when I washed it off. So I used the oil mixture from the Oil Cleansing Method. 25% Castor Oil and 75% Sunflower Oil. My face sucked up this oil mixture but I still put the hot wet towel on my face. Boy does my face feel amazing today. Does the mask normally make your face feel so dry? I forgot the powder milk would that have made a difference? Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon01945 Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Hi! I don't make or use masks at this time and I don't know what lemon power is like. So I am totally shooting an arrow in the dark but I know that I have read up on for lemon that even with soap they suggest that you don't use Lemon EO with anything with your face because of the way it can react. Here are some details on lemon:How does Lemon work?• Antiseptic - Inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria or fungi.• Antidepressant - Helps uplift mood• Anti-nausea – reduces nausea• Astringent - Contracts, firms, and strengthens skin and other tissue; reduces secretions.• Circulatory Stimulant – helps to increase blood circulation• *Photosensitizing, phototoxic - May cause a skin reaction such as burning, irritation, or pigment change upon exposure to ultra-violet light (sunlight, tanning lights)• Tonic - Increases tone and vitality of skin, other organs or body systemsMaybe this helps??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
campbellsoap Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Thank you. I'll try some more with milk without the lemon powder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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