"By the Sea" is a wonderful mineral rich, anhydrous facial mask that's made with chlorella powder, French green clay and Dead Sea mud which creates a powerful, multi-action treatment that detoxifies, mineralises, and rejuvenates the skin. This combination targets acne, excess oil, and premature ageing while providing essential nutrients for a radiant, firm complexion. Comes with a stainless steel spoon. This facial mask's wonderful skin benefits!: - Chlorella powder provides significant skin benefits by promoting collagen production, improving hydration, and reducing inflammation, making it a powerful natural anti-ageing agent. Rich in chlorophyll, amino acids, and vitamins, this nutrient-dense algae boosts cellular repair, detoxifies the body from heavy metals, and protects against environmental stressors. Key Skin Benefits of Chlorella Powder: Boosts Collagen and Elasticity: Chlorella stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, which improves skin firmness, reduces fine lines, and helps reverse ageing signs. Deep Hydration and Barrier Repair: Due to its amino acid profile, chlorella supports the skin's epidermal barrier, enhancing moisture retention and repairing dry, textured skin. Reduces Inflammation and Acne: Its anti-inflammatory properties soothe irritated skin and assist with managing inflammatory conditions like acne. Detoxification and Radiance: Chlorella binds to heavy metals and environmental toxins, which can reduce breakouts and improve overall skin clarity. Protection Against Free Radicals: The high chlorophyll and antioxidant content fights oxidative stress caused by UV light and pollution. Promotes Cellular Regeneration: Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF) accelerates cell renewal, resulting in healthier, more rejuvenated skin. - French green clay offers numerous skin benefits, including cleansing pores, drawing out impurities, absorbing excess oil, and gently exfoliating. It's particularly beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin, helping to mattify the skin and reduce inflammation. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Cleansing and Purifying: French green clay's absorbent properties help draw out impurities, excess oil, and sebum from the skin, effectively cleansing pores. Exfoliation: It gently exfoliates, removing dead skin cells and revealing brighter, smoother skin. Oil Control: By absorbing excess oil, it helps mattify the skin and reduce shine, making it a popular choice for oily and acne-prone skin. Soothing and Anti-inflammatory: Green clay can soothe irritated and inflamed skin, helping to calm redness and discomfort. Mineral Rich: French green clay is rich in minerals, which nourish the skin and provide essential nutrients. Toning and Firming: It can help tighten pores, stimulate blood flow, and improve skin tone and firmness. Reduces Blemishes: It can be used as a spot treatment to help heal blemishes and reduce their appearance. Hydration: While primarily known for absorbing oil, green clay can also hydrate the skin, especially when sourced from mineral springs or near the sea. - Dead Sea mud is rich in minerals like magnesium, calcium, and potassium, which detoxify, deeply cleanse, and hydrate the skin while reducing inflammation. It improves skin barrier function, exfoliates dead cells, balances oil production, and can soothe conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne. It acts as a natural purifier, leaving skin firmer and more radiant. Key Benefits of Dead Sea Mud on the Skin: Deep Cleansing & Purifying: It acts as a "natural vacuum cleaner," using high absorption to pull dirt, impurities, and excess oil from deep within the pores. Intense Hydration & Mineralisation: The mud is rich in magnesium, which enhances skin barrier function and hydration levels, combating dry, flaky skin. Acne Treatment & Prevention: It has antimicrobial properties, specifically fighting P. acnes bacteria, which reduces breakouts and cleans clogged pores. Inflammation & Sensitivity Reduction: Minerals such as bromide and magnesium soothe irritation, redness, and inflammation, making it beneficial for skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. Anti-Ageing & Firming: Regular use can increase skin elasticity, improve skin metabolism, and improve texture, contributing to a firmer and younger-looking appearance. Gentle Exfoliation: The fine texture removes dead skin cells, promoting cell turnover and reducing dullness Directions for Use: Using a dry (powdered) clay mask involves mixing it to a creamy consistency, applying it to clean skin, and rinsing it off before it becomes completely dry and itchy. 1. Preparation: Cleanse: Start with a clean face to remove oil and dirt, allowing for better absorption. Using warm water or a warm towel first can help open pores. Mix the Mask: In a clean bowl fill (using the scoop provided) with dry clay and use a small amount of water or liquid (such as tea, honey, rose water, yogurt, or apple cider vinegar-or, for an intensive treatment, we recommend using our Seaweed, Facial Day Concentrate as the liquid part). Create Consistency: Add liquid slowly, mixing until it reaches a smooth, creamy mud-like consistency. 2. Application: Apply Evenly: Use your fingers or a mask brush to apply a thin, even layer to your face and neck, avoiding the sensitive eye and lip areas. Targeted Application: If you have combination skin, apply a thicker layer to the oily T-zone and a thinner layer elsewhere 3. Timing: Wait: Let the mask sit for 5 to 15 minutes. Don't Let it Fully Dry: According to experts, you should never let a clay mask dry to the point of cracking or flaking. Remove it when it is still slightly damp to avoid over-drying and dehydrating your skin. Sensations: Tightening is normal, but if it causes pain or intense burning, remove it immediately. 4. Removal & Post-Care: Softening: Use warm water and a washcloth to gently soften the mask before wiping it off to avoid pulling the skin. Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Moisturise: Immediately apply a moisturiser or serum, as clay masks can remove natural oils, leaving skin dry. Recommended Frequency: Oily Skin: 1–2 times per week, Dry/Sensitive Skin: Once every 1–2 weeks, Key Tip: Only mix enough for one treatment to avoid waste. 100% Certified Organic Ingredients: *Chlorella Vulgaris (Chlorella) Powder, *Kaolin (French Green Clay), *Maris Limus (Dead Sea Mud) Extract *Certified Organic Discontinue use if irritation occurs. For external use only. Net weight (approx) 70g Batch number provided on labelling. No palm oil, SLS, animal fats, fragrance oils, or synthetic mica powders are used in our products, and our ingredients are at least 90% certified organic, plant-based, sustainable, cruelty-free and vegan friendly. Disclaimer: Medical conditions:- If you have any health concerns, allergies, or existing medical conditions, you should consult a medical professional before using a new skincare product. Testing:- Before using a new skincare product, you should test it on a small area of skin to check for allergic reactions or sensitivity. You can apply a small amount to the inside of your wrist and observe for up to 9 hours. If you experience irritation, stop using the product and seek medical advice if necessary. Individual results:- Results may vary depending on your skin type, age, sensitivity, skincare history, and how you apply/use the product. Natural ingredients:- Even products with natural or organic ingredients can cause skin reactions in some people, especially if they contain essential oils. Please find our list of allergens associated with each soap's essential oils in the listing section under "allergen warning." Patch tests:- Some products, even soaps, recommend performing a patch test before using them all over your body. Liability:- The Dark Island Soap Co. LTD may not be responsible for any adverse consequences that result from using our products.
