I was reading some info on clay and found this...
has anyone tried any other clays?
My hair tends to be dry so I wonder if the other clays would work better??
WHICH CLAYS ARE BEST FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE?
Clays that are very gentle in their action and suitable for DRY,SENSITIVE,OR NORMAL skin:
White Kaolin and Rose Clay.
Clays that are very drawing and drying, and suitable for OILY skin:
Bentonite, French Green, and Multani Mitti (Indian Fullers Earth).
Clays that are suitable for ALL skin types:
Dead Sea and Rhassoul Clay.
Clay Facial Mask Recipe--
2-3 oz. Cosmetic Clay
1-2 oz. Powdered Herbs
Water or Hydrosol
1-2 drops Essential Oil added at the time of application
(optional)
Choose a cosmetic clay and herbs that are suitable for your skin type. Citrus peel powders add astringency, rose petal powder adds fragrance, yellow sandalwood powder helps dry skin and neem powder helps acne.
Other ingredients that can be added are milk powders, honey powder, oatmeal and sea vegetables.