CLAY MASK: CLEOPATRA'S BEAUTY SECRET
THE HISTORY OF CLAY MASKS Clay masks have been around forever and despite how wonderful they are for your skin, many women have never tried them. There are a multitude of different types of masks available: sheet masks, overnight masks, gel masks, cream masks and balm masks. They all are beneficial but read on to learn more about clay and why a clay mask powder might be a great addition to your skin care routine. From antiquity clay has been used for medicinal healing, wound and skin care. Cleopatra was known to frequently use clay masks for whole body beautifying treatments. Records show as far back as 2500 BC, clay was used medicinally for inflammation and infection, as well as for beauty treatments. In recent history clay has been studied for its bacteria fighting ability in wound care. It is most notable for it ability to draw out toxins from the body and skin. When environmental toxins come into contact with the skin, they can become lodged in the pores and resul...