Mud masks and mud baths have been used in skin care for hundreds of years. It is also considered as one of the oldest substances used in cosmetics. But what are the best mud masks?
What is a Mud Mask?
A mud mask is a type of clay mask used as part of a beauty regimen for the face. A facial mud mask often comprises of minerals and mud from the Dead Sea. Dead Sea mud is a common ingredient in mud masks as it is sometimes associated with healing. The Dead Sea’s healing process was also documented from the works of monks for many years. Other additions to mud masks that makes them a great rejuvenating and soothing substance include chamomile, aloe, green tea, honey, and other types of clay.
A mud mask is different from a clay mask. Clay masks tend to me more drying, whereas mud masks are more hydrating. Mud is a skin-healing agent, clay is a cosmetic, drying skin agent. Mud won't strip your skin of its natural moisture and can actually draw moisture to the skin.
Applying Mud Masks
The mask is spread on the face or other parts of the body evenly (make sure the skin is clean and dry before applying). It is usually applied as a full mask but be careful in avoiding the area around the eye. Typically, mud masks are left on the face for 10 to 15 minutes. After this, the mask may be gently peeled off with a washcloth or washed with warm water. Facial cleansers and soap are not recommended for removing a mud mask.
After removing the mask, you can choose to apply a gentle moisturizer to the face, but not always necessary. It is usually advised that a mud mask should not be applied for more than three times weekly. For people with acne-prone and oily skin, they may want to apply the mud pack thrice per week. Other people with dry or combination skin may only put it on once or twice per week. Mud packs can be used at your home or at a spa. Mud spa treatments have become popular nowadays but it is still often much more economical to apply a mud mask at home.
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Before purchasing mud mask beauty products, people with sensitive skin should test first any products in a small area of their skin. This is to make sure it will not cause any allergic reaction. You can use mud masks as deemed necessary, but if irritation starts to occur, you can either use the mask less frequently or just discontinue it completely.
Benefits
Mud masks enhance blood circulation under the skin. They also help make the skin look clearer and brighter by deeply cleansing the pores, as well as by removing dirt, dead skin cells, and impurities. It tightens, moisturizes and rejuvenates tired skin, giving it a younger and more youthful appearance. Mud masks also heal skin tissues, which in turn improve the skin’s natural elasticity.
Mud Mask Products
A lot of products you see in stores are actually using clay, but labeling themselves as a mud mask. A true mud mask will be labeled with the ingredient Dead Sea Mud.
Dead Sea Mud is the best mud for use as a mask. It is great for all skin types and is rich in 21 natural minerals (12 of which are exclusive to Dead Sea mud).
The following are the best mud mask products that you can find on the market.
Pure Body Naturals Dead Sea Mud Mask
The Dead Sea Mud Mask by Pure Body Naturals is effective for helping your skin. It helps draws out oils and toxins, cleans pores, and may leave your face feeling exfoliated, nourished and clean.
This mud mask is smooth, creamy and easy to apply. The addition of kaolin clay adds to it's cleansing power. Shea butter gives the mask a hydrating effect. The ingredients are all natural and this product is a best-seller on Amazon.
Pure and Essential Minerals Dead Sea Mud Mask
This mask is similar to the one above, but it contains eucalyptus oil for a refreshing scent. It also doesn't contain kaolin clay. The ingredients are mostly organic and it comes with a free Ebook!
Pure and Essential Dead Sea Mud Mask contains only 100% pure, natural and certified organic ingredients - free of sulfates, phosphates, parabens or chemicals of any kind. Cruelty Free, Vegan Certified.
E-ra Organics Dead Sea Mud Therapy
Soak your skin with a unique blend Dead Sea Mud, organic aloe vera, manuka honey, coconut oil, shea butter and green tea. This mud mask is perfect for an at-home spa day. It is all natural and comes with a 60 day money back guarantee.
Treat blemished, reduce redness, balance oily skin and prevent future breakouts. Balance skin tone, reduce wrinkles, and rejuvenate dull skin with this spa-quality mask.
Mud Mask Additions
You can also mix in your own essential oils when you are using mud masks.
You can try adding RMO’s Skin Care Essential Oil Blend to your daily skin care with a Dead Sea Mud Mask to help invigorate and tone mature skin.
Use your mud mask with Jasmine Essential Oil from RMO to helps improve the appearance and feel on most types of skin – dry, sensitive, or mature skin types.
RMO’s Neroli Essential Oil can be used in your Mud Mask, as it is perfect for lessening the appearance of scars, blemishes, and fine lines.
Final Thoughts
Using mud masks and mud baths has been proven helpful in soothing and healing the skin. These beauty products have also became a popular alternative to therapies, especially for older people. You can get so many benefits for your face and body, especially if you buy the best mud masks and use them reguarly.
How often do you apply masks? What is your favorite mask addition? Be sure to leave a comment if you have any questions, and if you liked this post, share it with your friends.
Yours In Beauty,
Andrea
Thanks these are also great gifts for someone at Christmas.
I must say E-RA ORGANICS DEAD SEA MUD THERAPY looks like it would work well for me, I love E-ra products and they are very good value. i haven’t tried the mask before so I’m excited to find out how well it works
They would make great Christmas gifts 😀
Thank you for clarifying the difference between clay and mud masks! I had no idea that clay was drying while mud was more hydrating. I have the great joy of experiencing both acne and noticing I’m starting to get wrinkles 🙁 Any specific suggestions? I guess I was wondering if there is a essential oil blend that may be helpful for this particular skin type. Thanks so much for the great info!
Hello Joy
Oh yes, the joys of acne. I know them all too well! We have quite a few articles that may help you, so be sure to have a look around. The best anti-aging essential oils is one of them. If you want to target acne as well as fight wrinkles, I would recommend adding either lavender, neroli or geranium to your mask 🙂
Hey Andrea
I must admit I am a very lazy in mask application. To be honest I have applied one just maybe 2-3 times up to now. I don’t like the process of putting it on, waiting 10-15 minutes and then washing it off. Is there any mask that you can apply, leave for just 2-3 minutes and take off without washing?
Hello Arta, you can’t really take off a mask without washing, but you could choose to leave it on for less than 10 minutes. I usually put my mask on and then go do something like make coffee. By the time I am done, I can go rinse my face.
Great page with tons of info! I am going to try some of the masks you have on the page. Good layout too. I think you did a good job of explaining before giving the review. I also the the mud mask addition part. I have never thought of adding anything to my masks.
Thanks Jen,
We appreciate the kind words. Yes there are many natural ingredients you can add to your mask to enhance its benefits, have fun with it 🙂
Thank you for the good work you are doing.you guys are incredibly thorough.
Well,my skin had a dull look so i thought id try clay masks to detoxify and rejuvenate but alas all i have to show for it is acne..adult acne that i havent suffered from in years.
Why is this so?
Should i try charcoal instead?
I have combination mostly dry skin.
Thanks.
Jackie
Hi Jackie, the mask could be bringing up congestion to the surface of your skin, or it could be triggering pimple formation. If your face gets worse and then better, then your skin is purging. If your face stays the same, then the product is causing the breakout. Were you using dry clay mixed with water, or a pre-mixed clay with other ingredients? If you are using a clay mask with other ingredients, check to see if those ingredients are ones that could clog pores.
Excellent article about dead sea mud mask.I am strongly agree with you its is the best option for dry, dull, and unhealthy skin. It also could save hundreds of dollars.