I’m not a huge fan of going to spas, but I do love doing my own facials. And people in the 18th century used them as well. As I work through Sarah Munro’s (the heroine of ONE DARK WISH) updated 17th and 18th century herbal recipes, I came across this one for a clay-based facial mask.
There are more ingredients in this recipe than most DIY facial masks, but all of the ingredients are available online and in local health food stores. The nice thing about this recipe is that it makes a lot. As long as it’s stored in its dry form in an air-tight container, it lasts for as long as you need it to.
Sarah Munro’s Clay Facial Mask
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp. of bentonite clay
- 2 tsp. of French green clay
- 1 pinch of dried rose petals
- 1 pinch of dried calendula petals
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp. ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp. ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
- Coffee grinder
- Air-tight container
Directions:
In a medium glass bowl, combine clays, stirring gently. Add the next eight ingredients, stirring well after each herb or spice. Transfer mixture to a coffee grinder used specifically for this project. Grind until powdered. Store in a air-tight jar. It will last indefinitely as look as it’s kept dry and cool.
To use: In a small bowl combine 2 teaspoons of the clay powder. Add enough water to make a paste and spread over your face. Let sit on your face until dry. Rinse well with warm water.
*Note: All of these ingredients can be found on Amazon or at most health food stores.
Important disclaimer about wild plants, foraging, and making herbal remedies:
I am not a medical professional and nothing written on this blog is medical advice. None of my statements have been evaluated by the FDA (I am legally required to give you this disclaimer).
It is important to do your due diligence before foraging, harvesting, and/or consuming any type of medicinal plant.
- If you are taking any medications, talk to your doctor about any potential drug interactions.
- If you are allergic to anything, make sure whatever you are foraging is not in the same family. Example: While dandelions are typically considered safe, those who are allergic to ragweed, latex, daisies, or any other plants in the same or similar families, may not be able to consume dandelion.
Always research potential side effects, dosage recommendations, and how to properly prepare and consume each medicinal plant.
Always make sure you are foraging what you believe to be. Fully prepare and study the anatomy before harvesting wild plants.
Always make sure your kitchen/work area is clean and that all materials are sterilized.
Do not forage plants from areas that have been sprayed within the past 2 years at the very least.
I am not legally or morally responsible for the health of any of my readers. Please do your own research!
