By Melissa McCombs
Some of the best skincare comes straight from the earth. Our Green Clay Mask is made with mineral-rich green clay from Block Island, a small island off the coast of New England. It is soft, earthy, and the perfect anchor for a slow weekly ritual.
Why clay?
Clay has been part of beauty rituals across cultures for centuries. Its fine texture spreads easily over the skin. As it rests, it helps lift away excess oil and the build-up of a busy week, leaving skin looking clearer and feeling refreshed.
Green clay gets its color from its natural minerals. It feels cool and earthy on the skin, a quiet contrast to the warmth of a Florida day.
What the weekly reset does
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Clarifies: Helps skin look clean, clear and refreshed.
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For skin that feels oily: A good fit for skin that tends to feel oily.
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Softens: Leaves skin feeling smooth once rinsed.
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Slows you down: Ten quiet minutes that belong only to you.
How to use your Green Clay Mask
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Cleanse. Start with a clean, dry face.
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Prepare. If your clay is in powder form, blend it with a few sprays of your favorite Madame Moon hydrosol until smooth. Lavender is our favorite pairing.
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Apply. Spread an even layer over your face, avoiding your eyes and lips.
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Rest. Leave it on for about 10 minutes, or until it begins to dry. Do not let it crack completely.
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Rinse. Wash away with warm water and pat dry.
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Mist and nourish. Follow with a hydrosol, then a few drops of Rosehip & Calendula Serum.
How often?
Once a week is perfect for most skin types. If your skin is on the oily side, you may enjoy it twice a week. If your skin is dry or sensitive-feeling, once a week or less is plenty.
The earth meets the still
There is a lovely balance in this ritual: mineral earth to clarify, copper-distilled botanicals to refresh, and a golden serum to finish. It is Madame Moon in three steps.
Make it a ritual: Build your weekly reset around the AM/PM Ritual Collection ($77), or explore the Clarifying Reset Box ($70).