Naturally Detox Face Mask

There's no doubting my love for cosmetic clays simply because they do so much for the skin and are especially good at naturally detoxifying the skin without any trace of harsh effects. Clays come in a wide variety and can be easily sourced at some health food stores, amazon and online shops. Today I have decided to use a favorite of mine -- French Green Clay. This clay is a powerful detoxifier, absorbs oils and toxins and also improves the skin's blood circulation, bringing the skin to a much healthier state.  And because my skin profile falls under the combination category, this clay happens to be ideal for my skin type. Lately, I'm not too impressed with my oily t-zone and this mask is exactly what my skin needs to aid in the de-junking process.  I'm sure those of you with combination to oily skin can relate to my dilemma.  I never use clays by itself and always like to add other ingredients to make it's effects more beneficial.  And since I'm a huge fan of Organic Matcha Green Tea, I decided to incorporate this into my mask for it's antioxidants benefit and all the other good reasons we consume green tea. Sometimes I like to add things like honey, glycerin or aloe gel depending on my skin's needs. 

Here's the easy peasy mix below:

1 TBSP French Green Clay
1 TSP Organic Matcha Green Tea (I used the one from MountainRoseHerbs.com)

Mix well with enough warm water to form a yogurt-like consistency.  Always before applying my masks, I like to do a facial steam to dilate my pores followed by the mask application.  You may do the same too for maximum benefits.  I leave the mask on until it dries and then rinse off thoroughly with warm water.  Then I follow up with my moisturizer. 

Note: I would NOT recommend this mask for those of you with sensitive skin.  Instead you may opt for milder clays such as the French White also known as Kaolin, Yellow or Rose Clay.

I hope this post inspires you to make your own masks at home. 

5 Question Friday!

Happy Friday everyone!  I have not done one of these in awhile.   

1. What is your favorite sign of spring?

All the yucky snow melting and being washed away...I still have some in my flower beds.  I just love watching spring flowers popping up beneath the soil to brighten the day!

2. What was your best birthday ever?

Would have to be my 19th Birthday!  My boyfriend(now my husband)surprised me with a limo and took me bar hopping! (Drinking age is 19 in Canada)  It was the best surprise!  But not best surprise ever...My hubby keeps surprising me all the time!  Love you Jason xoxoxox

3. What is your favorite dessert?

Hmmmm...This one is tough.  I really don't like desserts...I know strange.  I will eat one if there is one offered.  But I won't go out of my way to make one unless it is for somebody else like birthday cakes and sometime company.  But I do love a piece of dark chocolate with a nice red wine!  One of our at home date night treats!

4. What is the best excuse you've ever used to get out of a ticket?

You can get out of tickets???  

5. Do you wake up before your alarm, with your alarm, or after hitting snooze several times?

Depends on how tired I am.  Today was with the alarm..this is my preferred method of waking up!  I hate waking up before the alarm, I need all the rest I can 

get...you know beauty sleep and all that  :)

Joining in the fun with 5QF