If your skin is feeling congested, oily, or just needs a deep cleanse, this detoxing face mask will do the trick. Activated charcoal, bentonite clay, burdock root, and chamomile work together to pull out impurities, balance oil production, and soothe inflammation.
Be careful not to use it too often. Once a week is plenty for combination or oily skin. Once a month is enough for mature skin, and once every few months for dry skin, with a very good moisturizer afterwards.
Choosing Your Herbs
This combination of herbs can be tweaked, but the bentonite clay and the activated charcoal and vital to the full detoxing experience of this mask. If you do choose to swap out the herbs, be sure you are using herbs that both soothe inflammation, and stimulate lymphatic flow. Both of these are very important to a good detox.
Activated Charcoal
One of the best natural detoxifiers, charcoal draws out dirt, oil, and toxins from deep within the pores, helping to clear breakouts and congestion.
Bentonite Clay
This mineral-rich clay absorbs excess oil, tightens pores, and delivers a dose of skin-loving minerals. It’s great for reducing breakouts and improving overall skin texture.
Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)
While detoxing is great, we don’t want to strip the skin. Chamomile soothes inflammation, reduces redness, and helps keep the skin calm and balanced.
Burdock (Arctium lappa)
A traditional herbal remedy for acne-prone and congested skin, burdock root is naturally antibacterial, supports lymphatic drainage, and helps clear up breakouts.
How To Make It...
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp activated charcoal
- 2 tbsp bentonite clay
- 1 tbsp chamomile powder
- 1 tbsp burdock root powder
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a dry bowl and mix well.
- Store in an airtight container. Keep dry and away from moisture. This blend will last up to a year if stored properly.
How To Use It
- Mix 1 teaspoon of the powder with apple cider vinegar, rose water, or plain water to create a smooth paste.
- Apply to clean skin, avoiding the eye area.
- Let sit for 10-15 minutes, then rinse off with warm water.
- Follow up with a hydrating moisturizer.
Detox'd Face Mask Powder
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Activated Charcoal
- 1 Tbsp Bentonite Clay
- 1 Tbsp Dried Chamomile
- 1 Tbsp Dried Burdock Root
- 1 tsp Warm water or ACV (apple cider vinegar)
Instructions
- Gather herbs and pulverize them until they are powdered
- Blend them together with the bentonite clay and activated charcoal
- Store them in an airtight container out of direct sunlight
- When using, mix 1 tsp of your herbal powder with ACV or warm water
- Mix very well until creamy and put in on the congested areas of your face
- Let it sit up to 15 minutes and rinse repeatedly until clean
- Moisturize well afterwards
