The clay face mask in powder form combines the gentle cleansing effect of white kaolin with the more intensive action of black and pink clay, the prebiotic effect of inulin and the soothing properties of oat silk. This creates a concentrated, minimalist water-free formula that you simply activate with water or a hydrosol before use.
About this recipe
This is a dry blend of clays and active powders, ideal for normal, combination to oilier skin prone to clogged pores, uneven tone and irregular texture.
Thanks to the prebiotics, oat silk and rice starch, the mask feels milder than classic “pure” clay masks and, when used correctly, leaves the skin clean, mattified but not uncomfortably tight.
The mask is water-free: you activate the concentrated loose blend with water or a hydrosol before use. After adding water the mask is subject to microbial contamination — always mix only a single-use dose.
Key benefits
- Gentle cleansing based on kaolin
White kaolin forms the base of the mask and is among the gentlest clays suitable even for sensitive skin.
- More intensive cleansing and absorption
Black and pink clay bring a more intensive action, and activated charcoal absorbs sebum and impurities.
- Prebiotic effect
Inulin acts prebiotically and reduces the feeling of tightness after using the mask.
- Soothing and a velvety finish
Oat silk soothes, softens the skin and reduces irritation; rice starch improves the texture and leaves a velvety finish.
- Gentle exfoliation
Rosehip powder BIO provides a gentle exfoliating effect when rinsing off the mask.
- Feels milder than classic clay masks
When used correctly, it leaves the skin clean, mattified, smoother and visually brighter without extreme dryness.
Product properties
Key ingredients in the recipe
The base of the mask is made up of three mineral clays, complemented by functional active powders. You will find all the ingredients in the Handymade.sk range of cosmetic clays and cosmetic additives.
Kaolin – white clay
Forms the base of the mask. It is among the gentlest clays, suitable even for sensitive skin.
Black cosmetic clay, French
Provides more pronounced cleansing and absorbent properties. It is intended mainly for oily and combination skin.
Activated charcoal
Supports skin cleansing. It absorbs sebum and impurities.
Oat silk
Soothes and softens the skin. It reduces irritation and, together with inulin and rice starch, makes the mask feel milder.
The formula is completed by further components:
- Pink clay — a gentler, harmonising clay suitable also for more sensitive skin.
- Inulin — acts prebiotically and reduces the feeling of tightness after using the mask.
- Rice starch — improves the texture, skin feel and leaves a velvety finish.
- Rosehip powder BIO — provides a gentle exfoliating effect when rinsing off the mask.
Formula (in %)
The whole mask is a single loose blend — all the ingredients belong to phase A and the amounts are given in percentages. Each ingredient is linked to a product in our range.
| Phase / component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Phase A | |
| Kaolin – cosmetic clay, white | 25.0 % |
| Black cosmetic clay, French | 12.0 % |
| Pink cosmetic clay, French | 7.5 % |
| Inulin – prebiotics | 5.0 % |
| Modified rice starch | 4.0 % |
| Activated charcoal | 2.5 % |
| Oat silk | 2.0 % |
| Ground rosehip powder BIO | 1.5 % |
Method
- Preparing the workspace
Prepare a clean, dry surface — bowls, spoons and the container must be completely dry.
- Mixing the clays
Mix kaolin, black clay and pink clay into a homogeneous loose blend.
Phase A - Adding the functional powders
Add inulin, rice starch, oat silk, activated charcoal and rosehip powder.
Phase A - Filling and storage
Transfer into a dry jar and store away from moisture and sunlight.
How to use
Mix 1–2 teaspoons of the powder with water or a hydrosol and apply to the skin for 5–10 minutes.
Result: the skin remains clean, mattified, smoother and visually brighter without extreme dryness.
Frequently asked questions about the recipe
Practical questions about the mask — how often to use it, skin type, adjusting the formula and storage.
How often can I use the clay mask?
For normal to combination skin it is suitable 1–2× per week, for sensitive skin 1× every 10–14 days.
For which skin type is the mask most suitable?
Especially for normal, combination and oilier skin prone to clogged pores.
Can I adjust the composition to my liking?
Yes – by reducing the black clay and charcoal you will achieve a milder mask, by adding more kaolin you increase tolerance.
Can I store the mask already mixed with water?
No, after adding water the mask is subject to microbial contamination — always mix only a single-use dose.
What if the mask is too strong for my skin?
Shorten the application time, use it less often or reduce the proportion of black clay and charcoal in the recipe.
Kaolin, black and pink clay, activated charcoal and the other powders from this recipe are all in the Handymade.sk range of cosmetic clays and cosmetic additives.
