By Swati Kumar
Hey everyone,
Clay masks have become quite popular over the years, owing to its ability to draw out impurities effectively and tighten the pores on our skin. The mineral content in clay also helps to rejuvenate the skin, and it is so popular that even Cleopatra was an avid user of clay masks. But, there a few things that must be kept in mind while using clay masks.

Read on to know more about them.
1. Exfoliate Your Face:
Before applying a clay mask, it is important to slough off all dead skin cells, dirt, and makeup that are present on your skin. Otherwise, it can form a barrier to the clay mask, and clog up the pores further. Exfoliation of the face will ensure that the clay mask has a uniform application.
2. Steam Your Face:
In order to get the most out of the clay mask?s ability to draw out impurities, it is necessary to expose the open pores to the mask so that they can be thoroughly cleansed. Simply boil some hot water and allow the steam to open up the pores on your face. Alternatively, you can use a hot towel and lightly dab the face to open the pores.
3. Mix With Water to Get a Perfect Consistency:
Some clay masks are thin in consistency and go on smoothly whereas other clay masks that are specifically targeted for removing excess oil on the face are quite thick. To make the application easier, simply mix in a small amount of rose water or drinking water to get a perfect consistency. This will ensure that you don?t have to pull or stretch your ski...