The mineral quartz is a fossilized resin and one of earth’s strongest materials. The most common form of quartz is silicon dioxide or crystalline silica. Silicon is very important for skin health which is why it’s more and more formulated into cosmetic clays. All six ever-moist cosmetic clays created by PHYTO5 contain quartz which is specifically prepared for cosmetic use. The clay masks gently remove dead skin cells and perform these specific functions:
Wood element green Clay Mask encourages vital energy flow and helps balance oily skin.
Fire element red Clay Mask soothes sensitive, irritated red blotchy skin and balances blood circulation.
Earth element yellow Clay Mask helps detoxify skin with acne, blemishes and enlarged pores. It encourages flow of lymph which bathes tissues of toxins carrying them out through the bloodstream.
Metal element white Clay Mask mineralizes, oxygenates and decongests puffy dull skin with fine lines. It helps balance micro-circulation.
Water element black Clay Mask deeply hydrates skin and encourages elasticity, tone and water balance in the skin.
Ageless soothing pink Clay Mask improves circulation, helps regenerate skin and by strengthening collagen fibers and skin’s elasticity.
Quartz crystal in skincare applications
This very hard mineral proves stable in all types of cosmetic formulations including those that are water-based. But because quartz can be difficult to maintain in suspension it’s primarily used in thicker formulations like cosmetic clays.
Cosmetic ingredient formulators prepare the quartz to make it suitable for face exfoliation. They create quartz particles of an extremely tiny size and a gently rounded shape. No radiation or chemical process is involved.
Completely natural and pure quartz provides many benefits for skin. When finely pulverized it naturally and precisely exfoliates skin when used in cosmetic clays.
Quartz is a superior alternative to polyethylene micro-beads commonly used in exfoliating skincare.
The fine quartz creates friction to remove layers of dead skin cells. It stimulates circulation, cell renewal and as a result, it renews the stratum corneum or outermost layer of the epidermis.
When applying any PHYTO5 Clay Mask mentioned above:
You can do it with your hands but using an application brush is best.
After completely covering face and neck, leave the ever-moist mask on for 10 to 15 minutes.
Next, wet your hands lightly and with your fingertips gently massage the mask in small circular motions over face and neck. This further promotes the exfoliation effect.
Finally, rinse well with warm water to remove the clay.
Along with helping create a peel effect it helps oxygenate skin making way for a healthy glow.
Quartz indirectly helps improve skin strength and elasticity by helping the body synthesize collagen and activate detoxifying enzymes.
Another way quartz encourages skin regeneration is by smoothing the epidermis. Quartz has the ability to do this without affecting skin’s hydrolipidic film.(1) It buffs old skin cells to reveal new softer more illuminated skin.
Quartz also encourages better micro-circulation—the circulation of blood in the tiniest blood vessels. This action also leaves skin with a refreshed, rejuvenated, and healthy looking flushed appearance.
Of all minerals, quartz might be the most energizing. It’s well known for its calming, comforting and protective properties.
When added to skincare it actually supports your vital energy flow. It’s a mineral known to generate light so on a subtle level, it can bring light to your skin.
The regenerating and age-mitigating effects offered by quartz crystal goes back many thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians believed quartz could slow the aging process so they often applied a powdered form to the skin. Egyptian and Roman women made rose quartz face masks to clear facial congestion and, of course, look younger.
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(1) The hydrolipidic film is a a protective film which helps skin retain moisture and the prevent harm from environmental aggressions.
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