Pink clay

✨ The power of pink clay: good for skin, body and mind

Pink clay is known for its gentle and effective effects on sensitive skin, but also for its detoxifying, soothing and healing properties. Find out how it can help you in herbal treatments and traditional remedies!

🌿 What is pink clay?

Pink clay is a natural mixture of white clay (kaolin ) and red clay, rich in essential minerals. It stands out for its gentleness and is ideal for sensitive, irritated or mature skin. This clay has been used since ancient times in herbal remedies and naturopathic therapies for its ability to regenerate and deeply cleanse.

🔬 Mineral composition of pink clay (with percentages and comparisons)

Pink clay is a natural mixture of white clay (kaolin) and red clay (illite), in an average ratio of about 50%-50% or 40%-60%, depending on the source of extraction. This mixture gives it both the softness and gentleness of the white clay and the detoxifying power and mineral richness of the red clay. Here is the average detailed composition:

• Silica (SiO₂): 55-60% - contributes to cell regeneration and tissue strengthening
• Aluminum (Al₂O₃): 15-18% - absorbs, purifies and soothes
• Iron (Fe₂O₃): 5-8% - natural pigment, stimulates blood circulation
• Magnesium (MgO): 1-3% - anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxant
• Calcium (CaO): 1-2% - regulates pH and balances sebum secretion
• Potassium (K₂O): 0.5-1% - maintains skin moisturization
• Sodium (Na₂O): 0.1-0.5% - helps maintain osmotic balance
• Trace elements (zinc, copper, manganese): <0.1% - antioxidant and immunostimulating

Compared to other clays:

• Pink clay: a natural blend of white and red clays, contains silica (~55-60%) and iron (~5-8%) - ideal for sensitive, irritated, reddened or couperose skin; gently cleanses and revitalizes without drying
• White clay (Kaolin): higher in silica (>65%) and lower in iron (<1%) - ideal for extremely sensitive skin, but less detoxifying
• Red clay (Illlite): richer in iron (10-15%) and more active in detoxification, but can be irritating to sensitive skin
• Green clay: contains even more iron and magnesium, but has strong astringent effects, so is suitable for oily or acne-prone skin
• Blue clay: rich in trace elements such as zinc, iodine and selenium, with antiseptic and regenerating properties - excellent for problem skin (acne, eczema, infections)
• Yellow clay: contains silica (~50-60%) and iron oxide (~6-15%) - has revitalizing, detoxifying and regenerating properties; ideal for mature, dull or tired skin, but also for internal use in gentle detoxifying treatments
• Moroccan clay (Rhassoul): contains a lot of magnesium (20-25%) and silica (~60%) - highly effective in cleansing the skin and scalp, ideal for combination skin or oily hair

By combining delicate kaolin with iron-rich red illite, pink clay becomes the perfectly balanced choice for sensitive skin that still needs purification and revitalization.

💎 Amazing health benefits of pink clay

1. Gentle detox - absorbs toxins without irritating the skin
2. Soothes irritation - ideal for sensitive and reactive skin
3. Stimulates circulation - promotes oxygenation and regeneration
4. Improves skin texture - smoothes, tones and brightens the complexion
5. Treats acne - fights bacteria and reduces inflammation
6. Reduces redness and couperose - soothing and decongesting effect
7. Accessory in detox baths - added to bath water, revitalizes the body
8. Anti-wrinkle treatment - stimulates collagen and skin elasticity
9. Cleanses scalp - ideal in hair masks for sensitive skin
10. Helps restore tired muscles - applied externally as a poultice

⚠️ Contraindications and side effects

1. Avoid ingestion without medical supervision - may affect intestinal flora
2. Do not apply to open wounds - may irritate tissues
3. Mineral allergy - test on a small patch of skin
4. Avoid inhaling dust - may irritate airways
5. May over-dry skin - do not allow mask to dry completely

🍵 How is pink clay used in herbal treatments?

• Acne: Mix 1 tablespoon of pink clay with water or flower water. Apply to face, leave for 10 min, rinse with lukewarm water.
• Facial redness/ couperose: Combine pink clay with chamomile infusion and a few drops of lavender oil.
• Revitalizing mask: Pink clay + natural yoghurt + honey - apply for 15 minutes.
• Poultice for muscle pain: Water + pink clay until a thick paste is formed. Apply to the painful area, cover and leave for 30 minutes.
• Scalp treatment: Clay + rosemary water - massage gently, leave for 10 minutes, then rinse.
• Detox bath: 3-4 tablespoons of pink clay dissolved in a tub of warm water. Sit for 20-30 minutes.

🤔 Did you know...?

• 🌸 Pink clay is one of the gentlest types of clay - ideal for sensitive skin.
• 🕊️ Used in Ancient Egypt for the beauty of noble skin.
• 🌍 Mined mainly in Australia and France.
• 💡 pH balanced, suitable for all skin types.
• 🧴 Used in organic cosmetics - creams, masks, natural exfoliants.
• 🌿 Helps cell regeneration and strengthens the skin barrier.
• 💧 Maintains skin hydration through gentle remineralization.
• 🧘‍♀️ Used in spa and wellness treatments.
• 🧼 C an replace soap for daily facial cleansing.
• 🧖 Ideal in combination with essential oils for deep relaxation.
• 🔬 Has a natural antibacterial effect without chemical additives.
• 🎯 Stimulates microcirculation, giving the skin a radiant glow.
• 🌸 Reduces skin inflammation such as rosacea or dermatitis.
• 🛁 Used in Roman baths for relaxation and detoxification.
• 💆‍♀️ Helps firm the skin in combination with massage movements.
• 🌺 Used in Ayurveda for balancing doshas.
• 🫧 Contains no preservatives, dyes or fragrances.
• 🔄 Can be reused in the garden as a natural fertilizer.
• 💊 It is dermatologically tested in certified organic products.
• 🍃 Helps in treating eczema and itchy skin.