Q&A for How to Use an Aztec Clay Mask

Clay masks work by absorbing oils and liquids out of your skin as they dry. This clears your pores and can help lead to a healthier, more balanced skin tone!

You should use it no more than once or twice per week, because it could dry out your skin and cause skin problems if you use it too frequently.

Yes, I would suggest applying a toner and moisturizer after rinsing off the mask. Be sure to pat dry your skin with a towel before applying the moisturizer and/or toner.

You can make it smoother by adding more apple cider or water, depending on what you used. You can also try adding no more than three drops of tea tree oil, which helps greatly with acne. Then make sure to mix well.

I always do in order to get rid of all of the dead skin cells and dirt on my face before the mask.

Yes, Bentonite clay helps unclog and shrink pores and also controls the production of sebum. High levels of sebum cause whiteheads and blackheads to occur.

The mask is more likely to cause irritation if you use too little apple cider vinegar, or if you use water instead of apple cider vinegar. Bentonite clay pH is between 8-9.7; apple cider vinegar pH is between 4.25-5. When mixed together, the pH will be neutralized. If the pH is too high, it can cause redness and irritation of your skin.

You should apply this mask once a week. You don't want to dry your face out by applying it every day.

You can purchase Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Mask on Amazon.com.

Yes, you can use it, but not too much because it makes your hair very oily if you use too much of it.

It's better for it to be used at night, as it does sometimes cause redness, which will disappear over the course of the night, allowing your face to look clear in the morning. Also, most people use a lot of moisturizer afterwards due to the mask's drying properties, and if you were to put that much moisturizer on in the morning, your skin may look excessively greasy and/or oily.

You should always use a moisturizer after skin care routines.

Yes, as long as you moisturize the night before and your skin has the proper amount of rest, you should be fine to apply your makeup products freely in the morning.

Yes. You should always wash your face before using masks of any kind; otherwise, you could be layering a face mask on top of all sorts of dirt and bacteria.

Yes, aloe vera is a great moisturizer, and it's especially helpful for people who are acne-prone. If you use it after the mask, it will help reduce the redness.

Depending on how young you are, I'd recommended that you make your parents aware that you intend to use the mask. Although rare, there is a small chance that you, or anyone, could develop an allergic reaction. Adult supervision would be appropriate for your safety.

Yes, it does, as it controls the production of sebum. The more sebum you have, the more oily your skin gets.

Yes you can do that, although apple cider vinegar is better, as it neutralizes the process.

If you have normal skin, 15 - 20 minutes; if you have sensitive skin, 5 minutes.

No, you can’t use sheet mask after using Aztec clay mask because the Aztec clay mask is strong enough already. It would be better if you use it on the next day after you used the Aztec clay mask.

Yes, just be sure to leave it on for only 5 - 10 minutes. If the mask irritates your skin, however, discontinue use. Be aware that redness after using the mask is normal. It should disappear within 30 minutes.

The clay mask should be 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick, or approximately 0.5 centimeters.

Yes, just make sure not to use anything metal. Metal deactivates the clay making it less effective.

Yes, it helps brighten the face as it takes all the dirt and dead skin that is darkening and dulling your face.

Try to only make a small amount at a time and use it when it's freshly made. However, you can store the unused mixture in a recycled jar for up to 1 week. Keep it in a recycled plastic container with a lid that twists on and off, such as the type of jar that the powder comes in when purchased.

Yes you can, as long as you keep it at room temperature/in the refrigerator.

You can first wash your face, apply the mask, then rinse it off as you take a shower, or shower and clean your face first then use it. As long as you clean your face first it’s fine. If you use the hair mask, apply it before a shower, and rinse it off in the shower.