What is Kaolin Clay?!?

We’ve all probably heard about the power of clay for skincare. There are actually several types of clay for cosmetic use that are common in beauty products. Kaolin clay is one of the really popular clays that have a wide variety of uses. But, what is kaolin clay really??

Kaolin is a rock that is rich in Kaolinite. Kaolinite is a clay mineral. Rose Kaolin clay, also known as pink clay, is mild kaolin clay. There are five types of Kaolin Cay; white, pink, green, grey, and yellow. Well, there’s also the “basic” earth clay, but we won’t get into that we'll save that for another Blog.

This clay has many benefits for the skin. What are those you ask? Well, let's get this blog started and find out!

~ Benefits of Rose Kaolin Clay ~

• Cleanses the Skin

• Detoxes the Skin

• Exfoliates

• Helps Control Oily Skin

• Stimulates the Skin

• Treats Your Scalp

• Improves Cell Renewal

• Soothes Inflammation

• Locks In Moisture

• Replenishes Natural Minerals

~ Cleanses the Skin ~

The first benefit of using Rose Kaolin Clay is it gently cleanses the skin while also improving the skin’s circulation. Since Kaolin Clay is really gentle, it is also suitable for any skin type. Those people with sensitive skin types don’t have to worry about using Kaolin Clay.

~ Detoxes Skin ~

Not only does it cleanse the skin surface, but it also helps to detox the skin deeply. Detoxifying works by pulling impurities from deep within the pores of the skin. These impurities are the tons of toxins from our unhealthy diet, pollution, little sleep, and the chemicals in beauty products.

~ Exfoliates ~

Since the Rose Kaolin Clay doesn’t completely dissolve in water, it makes a really great paste, and the crystals in the clay make a really great exfoliator.

~ Helps Control Oily Skin ~

Kaolin Clay has natural absorbency properties so it absorbs all the excess oils and stale sebum deep within the pores it also helps to balance the oil production after regular use.

~ Stimulates the Skin ~

Another skin benefit you can get from using Rose Kaolin Clay is that it helps to stimulate your skin. For long term use, Kaolin is stimulating to the skin and offers a toned and tightened appearance to the skin. Rose Kaolin Clay Contains Silica that helps enhance collagen production, which leads to healthier, more elastic skin. Paired with the locked-in moisture and minerals, you can expect your skin to be less saggy and more elastic.

~ Treats Your Scalp ~

Not only good for your body and face and skin, but Rose Kaolin Clay is also helpful for your scalp. It has the capability to suck out the impurities and works great for your scalp too.

~ Improves Cell Renewal ~

Thanks to all its minerals and silica, Rose Kaolin Clay benefits and promotes cell renewal. It has actually been used traditionally for healing wounds precisely because of this benefit.

~ Soothes Inflammation ~

Many of the minerals in rose clay have anti-inflammatory effects, which, paired with the clay’s gentle nature, make for a perfect treatment for skin inflammations such as eczema, psoriasis, cellulitis, and more.

~ Locks In Moisture ~

Like with most clays, Rose Kaolin Clay will help lock in your natural moisture, thus preventing cracking, scaliness, and irritation. However, Rose Kaolin Clay will do it in a non-obtrusive manner, as opposed to the many other clays.

~ Replenishes Natural Minerals ~

Rose Kaolin Clay contains many different minerals. Just to name a few, Magnesium, Selenium, Zinc, and Iron. These will soak in, nourishing and replenishing your skin.

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These are just a few of the many benefits of Rose Kaolin Clay there are many more.