What are the benefits of using clay? 

Great question! We love to use clay in quite a lot of our products, including shampoos, shaving soaps, regular soaps and of course our little clay face mask pots. 

Although there's many more types of clays, we just use a few here including British white kaolin clay, French green clay, French red clay, Moroccan ghassoul clay and French yellow clay.

Each clay comes from a different region and comprises a different mineral composition which can help with different skin types and needs. 

The Benefits of Using Clay Face Masks

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Clay draws away impurities from the epidermis

Using a mask unclogs pores.

The absorbent effects of clay tightens your skin.

Mineral rich clay can boost your skin in many ways and here’s some of the minerals which can be found in our clay pots.

Iron helps heal broken capillaries. 

Magnesium can calm sensitive skin and rosacea. 

Calcium is a nutrient which regulates sebum production.

Potassium promotes faster cell renewal.

Silica produces collagen which keeps the skin elastic. 

Dolomite cools the skin so it’s perfect after shaving. 

Copper is an anti-inflammatory and speeds up healing. 

 

Read on to learn more about the 6 different clays we use at Wild Venus. 

Pink Clay

This ingredient is becoming increasingly popular in the world of skincare, and for good reason

Here's everything you need to know about pink clay.

Our Pink Clay is created from a mixture of superfine clay from France. Pink Clay is simply a blend of red and white clays, which gives it its unique pink hue. It's rich in a variety of minerals, including silica, iron, and magnesium. These minerals help to nourish and rejuvenate your skin, leaving it looking bright and refreshed.

Because of its gentle nature, pink clay is great for all skin types. It's particularly beneficial for people with sensitive or reactive skin because it helps to soothe and calm inflammation. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, you can still benefit from using pink clay. It helps to absorb excess oil and unclog pores, leaving your skin looking clean and clear.

Like many clays, it's incredibly versatile. You can use it as a face mask to help detoxify and brighten your skin, or you can mix it with water to create a paste that you can apply directly to pimples to help reduce inflammation and redness or even use pink clay as a natural alternative to dry shampoo, as it helps to absorb excess oil from your scalp.

Overall, pink clay is a fantastic ingredient which will bring a glow to your complexion.

Red Clay

This natural ingredient has been used for centuries for its amazing skincare benefits.

Here's everything you need to know about red clay:

This type of clay is found all over the world, but the most famous source is in France, specifically in the region of Provence. It's also found in other parts of Europe, as well as in parts of Africa and Asia. The red clay at Wild Venus comes from our European neighbour, France.

So, what is red clay made of? Well, it's rich in a variety of minerals, including iron, magnesium, calcium, and potassium. These minerals help to nourish and strengthen your skin, making it more resilient and youthful-looking.

So, what kind of skin red clay is good for. Because of its gentle nature, red clay is great for all skin types. It's particularly beneficial for people with dry or mature skin because it helps to hydrate and firm the skin. However, if you have oily or acne-prone skin, you can still benefit from using red clay. It helps to unclog pores and absorb excess oil, leaving your skin looking fresh and revitalised.

One of the best things about red clay is that it can be used in a variety of ways. You can mix it with water to create a face mask, or you can add it to your bathwater to help detoxify and soothe your skin.

Overall, red clay is a versatile and effective ingredient which is suitable for all skin types and can be especially beneficial for mature skin and broken capillaries due to its high concentration of iron.

Kaolin Clay

Kaolin is a type of clay that is found all over the world, in all kinds of products from skincare to paper and porcelain.  The most common source of kaolin clay is in China although Wild Venus uses ultra fine British white kaolin.

Fun fact: kaolin clay got its name from the Chinese word "Gaoling," which means "high ridge," where the clay was originally discovered.

Kaolin is made up of a variety of minerals, including kaolinite, halloysite, and mica. It's a very fine, white powder that is rich in silica, which is great for your skin because it helps to improve elasticity and reduce fine lines.

Well, the great thing about this ingredient is that it's gentle enough for all skin types and some people even use kaolin clay as a dry shampoo to absorb excess oil from their scalp!

Overall, kaolin clay is a versatile and effective ingredient that is definitely worth incorporating into your skincare routine. Whether you're dealing with acne, dryness, or just want to give your skin a little extra TLC, kaolin clay can help you achieve  a healthy, glowing complexion.

Green Clay

This amazing ingredient has been used for centuries as alternative medicine, dating all the way back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. But these days, we like to use it for a different kind of healing - treating our oily, breakout-prone skin!

So, what makes our French green clay so special?

Well, it's all about the minerals! Green clay is loaded with calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which help to detoxify and purify the skin. But that's not all - this superhero also contains sea kelp, montmorillonite, dolomite,  calcium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc , aluminum, silicon, copper, selenium , and cobalt

This means that it can handle all those pesky toxins and excess oil that lead to breakouts by drawing away impurities, unclogging pores and helping to rebalance oily skin leaving you feeling clear and fresh.

And it's not just for your face, either - green clay has been known to be used all over the body, such as an application for insect bites, bruises, a natural deodorant and even as a tonic to arthritis!

Yellow Clay

Yellow clay, also known as kaolinite clay, is a type of clay that's found in various parts of the world, including Brazil, France, and the United States. It's formed over millions of years as a result of the weathering and erosion of rocks and minerals.

So, what's in this magical clay? Well, yellow clay is rich in minerals such as silica, magnesium, and potassium, which help to nourish and strengthen the skin. Its gentle nature also makes it a great option for those with sensitive skin, as it won't cause irritation or redness.

Yellow clay is particularly beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin, as it helps to absorb excess oil and impurities from the skin's surface. It also has a mild exfoliating effect, which can help to unclog pores and improve skin texture.

But don't let its oil-absorbing properties fool you - yellow clay is also incredibly hydrating, thanks to its ability to retain moisture. This means it can help to plump up the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Overall, yellow clay is a versatile and effective skincare ingredient that's definitely worth adding to your beauty routine. Whether you're looking to banish breakouts or give your skin a hydration boost, this sunny-hued clay has got you covered!

Ghassoul Clay

Ghassoul clay, also known as rhassoul clay, is a beauty ingredient that has been used for centuries in traditional Moroccan skincare practices.

It's a type of natural clay that's found deep within the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

This clay is formed through the slow weathering of volcanic ash and lava over millions of years, resulting in a rich mineral content that's amazing for the skin.

Ghassoul clay is packed full of essential minerals, such as magnesium, silica, and calcium, which help to nourish and detoxify the skin. 

You can download all of this for free in the Wild Venus info sheet here.