How to Make a DIY Creamy French Green Clay Face Mask

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9.5g | 47.5% safflower oil
0.5g | 2.5% cetyl alcohol
2g | 10% Emulsifying Wax NF
8g | 40% French green clay
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[@elainesnaturals]

Just tried the recipe with Kaolin Clay, Neem Powder, Argon oil, and Evening Prim Rose Oil!! I have acne/blemish prone skin! It’s SOOOO CREAMY! Thank you!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm so glad you're enjoying it! Thanks for DIYing with me, and happy making :)

[@26nadz]

Did you find it to be too oily?

[@elainesnaturals]

@@26nadz : No ma’am. But I used hempseed oil, which isn’t oily at all.

[@WildLee7]

That really is simple! And it came off so easily with a damp wash cloth. Thanks for sharing, Marie!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@helenschaefer1167]

I love watching you demonstrating your green clay mask, going through all of the steps, explaining it well.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching!

[@JustKrista50]

I just made this! I used pink clay, added ground hibiscus flower. Used jojoba and rosehip oil and just a little primrose EO! It turned out beautifully!! Thank you!

[@TracyD2]

Now I know what to do with the Alltoid tin. I never thought of using an emulsifying wax in a clay mask. Trying this asap. Thank you

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching & happy making!

[@lizgonzalez3616]

Marie I just LUV YOU!!!!!!!!!!! your contribution to a woman looking & feeling great is such a blessing THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR LIGHT WITH US!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! ❤️ I'm so thrilled you're enjoying my content! Thanks for DIYing with me, and happy making :)

[@aartijainric]

I love that color 😍 .... The green colour is so pretty .... Love the product

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much!

[@onwa.beauty]

I really love you channel thank you for being the beekeeper of skincare knowledge !!!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@AnaLopez-xo9rw]

Great to see a demonstration of how the product works! I would love to see you using what you make (on your face and not only on your hand 😅) maybe a video suggestion: skincare night routine?

[@dianantari8288]

She did the demo at the begining of the video

[@AnaLopez-xo9rw]

@@dianantari8288 yeah, I saw, thats why I said "great to see a demo of the product"

[@heviutza]

@@dianantari8288 I think what Ana was trying to say is that it would be lovely to see other products that Marie makes be tried on her face, not just on her hand :)

[@ellaellala8741]

That's absolutely brilliant!! For me, making the base of a face mask every time right before I used it was the main reason I was didn't do it very often and that solves it completely 😊😊 Also it's great that the face mask is unscented so and each use you could use a different hydrosol with it and create a new product 😉

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm so thrilled you like the idea! Thanks for DIYing with me, and happy making :)

[@honybee3501]

Simple and easy and work great 👍💓💞💕

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@naturegirl175]

I am excited about making this. Thanks for another great video.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching & happy making!

[@isabrown6383]

Greetings Humble Bee Much Thanks To You For Your Valued Advice - Love Your DIY For Beginners God Bless

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You are so welcome ❤️ Happy making!

[@carolp5993]

Marie, thank you so much for this easy mask. I feel it's the best one I've found so far with simple ingredients. I will definitely purchase your book to support your efforts. Thanks! :)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You are so welcome & thank you so much! ❤️

[@user-cz7sb1ow5d]

You have beautiful skin! Thank you for sharing this recipe. Much appreciated. Noticed you have not got a preservative in the formula, is this not necessary? If I were to include a preservative,have you got any recommendations? Thank you so very much 🙏

[@funmilayoaina2658]

Yay!!!! 🤸🤸🤸 Thank you so much marie. Finally a clay mask in a cream form. Can less oil be added and other herbal powders too??

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

That sounds like a fun thing to experiment with! Happy making :)

[@kamsy9150]

Thank you and I love you

[@emmamay4990]

Oh man, I was making clay masks so wrong all this time, lol. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this video. I decided to start making my own masks because I don't like the ingredients in commercial brands, however.. I love one from Neutrogena that feels light on the skin once dry but doesn't crack or feel tight. Do you think this recipe with Kaolin Clay would work well for that? I was using water previously and that's why I couldn't get the result no matter what I added to it, I thought maybe it was the addition of Titanium Dioxide that I needed..

[@PREETY3579]

Thank you so much,I love watching ur video,n I follow ur makes n today I making love it ❤️ in advance Happy Christmas

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you! You too!

[@marisajames8158]

Fantastic, thank you!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much!

[@moonmooni7402]

So nice and simply...👌😍

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much!

[@isbeauty]

Hi, love the recipe. Just out of curiosity - would you recommend adding vitamin c and e ? If yes, what proportions would you recommend?

[@hmr3521]

Can i do same steps to make body mask and adding ground oats for exfoliation?

[@gonzalocoronel6338]

Also do I have to add a preservative?

[@jelicajovanovic7402]

This is very nice, thank you for sharing your ideas. Only, if I could say, you should not use metal when you have clay in a formulation.

[@rojooz2003]

www.humblebeeandme.com/bentonite-clay-and-diy-beauty/ All good, this interview explains that myth.

[@AshweeElauraDannon]

Can you help with the ratio for 30ml and 50ml as I’m in Australia ❤

[@jh9112]

Can I put this in a roll up deodorant stick aka a stick mask?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You can definitely try it; I'm not certain it will have the correct firmness and melt point for that, but try it and see!

[@vikkiwohrer]

Thank you for this gorgeous recipe! If I add dry rose or aloe vera powder in it too, will it need a preservative?

[@gonzalocoronel6338]

Hey❤ can i choose avocado oil?

[@ammanasummaillaBavisha]

Clear explanation dr .., for this clay v dont need preservatives?? If v wanna store more days

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@rakshasinghvi2467]

Hii i request you to please answer 1.does it work gd for all skin types 2.wat all clays we can use. 3 wat all other oils can be used. 4.can we use it as scrub base too n replacing French green clay with walnuts shell almond etc natural scrubbers.

[@sohilamohsen5808]

Love you 😍 can you please make lip tint oil like clarins super stay tint lip oil plzzzzz

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I did one a year or two ago 😉 search "lip tint" @ www.humblebeeandme.com/search!

[@sihamcosmeticsbio2947]

Merci 💗🌷

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching!

[@ElleCh4nel]

Hi, how long can this be preserved? Do clays preserve badly even in oil or is that just with water? Thank you x

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@sannevandervelden2040]

The blog says “at least one year”

[@kasheraforde8971]

Should I use a preservative if making to gift for mother's day?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I would include instructions for safe use (don't get it wet) instead :)

[@motek1975]

Can i put a preservative and how much? Thank you to share❤

[@jenniferestrella26]

Is really nice to see your recipes and this mask is amazing , just an advise don’t put clay with metallic containers because it broke all good reactions the minerals can do . Is like the metals make reaction with the minerals and then doesn’t work how supposed

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hi Jennifer! Thanks for watching :) I actually interviewed an expert about the "no metals with clay" thing and he confirmed it's a myth. You can read more here: www.humblebeeandme.com/bentonite-clay-and-diy-beauty/. Something else to think about; clay is mined with metal tools, and that doesn't ruin it :)

[@venicedelacruz1093]

I have tried this and it really works wonders! I am wondering if I can incorporate superfood powders to this too? Thank you!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

That should work :) Happy making!

[@venicedelacruz1093]

@@HumblebeeAndMe Thank you so much for your response!! If I may ask in addition, would I just subtract the amount to the clay? Thanks a lot!

[@ziacenna]

Won't it make skin oily? Like is it suitable for oily skin types? Please let me know .thanks

[@lateefajohnson61]

Can u do a creamy turmeric mask

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'll keep it in mind :)

[@clarewhite3004]

This mask was too oily for me! Could I replace some of the oil with distilled water and add a preservative?

[@clarewhite3004]

Since some folks liked this comment and I assume they had the same question, I want to suggest that they try the shea and oatmeal mask. I found it much less greasy and it rinses off very very cleanly. I also used hazelnut oil for my liquid oil, which is very light. I plan to try this French green clay mask again with hazelnut oil and see if that makes a difference.

[@clarewhite3004]

Update for the folks reading the comments: hazelnut oil didn't make a difference. I'll try IPM next. I love the concept of self-emulsifying masks and the shea butter one is AMAZING, but this recipe just isn't working for me as-is. The other issue I'm having is that when I try to massage water into the mask, it sort of pills up and starts to fall off my face. I have to lightly pat the water over my face. The shea mask doesn't do that unless I try to mix a whole face's worth with water in my hand.

[@JustKrista50]

Thanks for answering in the comments! I just made this with some jojoba and mostly rosehip oil. I added some Isopropyl Mystrate bcuz I added some primrose EO. I added 10grs of ground hibiscus flower to the clay. I used pink French rose clay. It's nice. Just a little more exfoliating than the clay by itself. I use just a very small amount and gently rub that out as far as I can. I also rinse with water. Try a "dry" oil, like rosehip or grape seed.

[@deejumajeed6879]

Is it good to add green extract and centella extract into this?

[@emmabananna77]

Hi! Great video. I have read that french green clay can be used as a hair mask as well. Is this product okay/beneficial for hair?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I would definitely test it out on a small patch of hair first-I'd be concerned about the mess & wash-out being a pain in the backside :)

[@urrmilaranie3598]

can i add acv with it? and also i want to ask why does the mask doesnt dry up at all?

[@krishashah3079]

This recipe will work for people who have oily and acne prone skin?

[@mahadevasivakumar1789]

Can't I use Activated Charcoal mixing Castile soap in it

[@noirprncess]

Can you add extras like an AHA or BHA to this formulation?

[@memerrill007]

I wouldn't recommend it, it would be a waste of product. I'd recommend keeping your precious actives for products you're not washing down the drain. That being said, there isn't any reason you can't if you really want to.

[@narayangovinda9495]

Hey Marie, could you make a video on shampoo based hair dye?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hair dye isn't a thing I do/work with :)

[@muhammadsyauqi8967]

i always love with your represented all the ingridients and steps. I really wanna know about your calculation on making recipes because i didnt find the way to measure one by one. Thank you for your helping... glad to know you

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching! Have you seen my video on how to use a scale? Happy making!

[@rebeccanoyoutube]

hello, thanks for sharing this recipe! you’re very sweet ✨ i am a brazilian cosmetologist and i would like to know if to get a mask a little softer i should add more emulsifier?

[@rebeccanoyoutube]

or maybe some BTMS

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@aisha75ful]

Very nice 👍🏼,, can I replace cetyl alcohol with BTMS 50 ?? Thank you 🙏🏽

[@soapsblyslyo1379]

See blog with substitutions.

[@aisha75ful]

SoapsblySly O ok thanks 🙏🏽

[@alex143mason4]

Can you make peel of mask?

[@elainesnaturals]

Did you not need to use a preservative because this is an anhydrous mixture? I’ve always heard that clays were extremely hard to preserve

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@sabinadee2005]

Hi can I add some fruit powders along with kaolin clay to make the same texture as you’ve created? Thanks

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Try it and see :)

[@jasminesaltibus]

I love this. I tried it out but after 6 days it seperated. What do you think may have caused it and how can i prevent seperation?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

www.humblebeeandme.com/why-is-my-body-butter-melting/ :) Happy making!

[@bodybutterscreations]

How can we make the batch even larger? Do we just more than double the recipe? I would love to use 4 or 6 oz jars

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@deenflower8454]

Thanks a lot! I made this twice with coconut oil instead of safflower oil but after 2 days some quantity of the oil seperates on the top. What could be the reason?(i poured the mask when it's not too hot[when it's warm as u described]) may be problem was bcs i didn't give half an hr time in double boiling. Just 10 times time till it became liquidy.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

It sounds like it's melting 'cause you live somewhere hotter than I do! You'll need to increase the cetyl alcohol + decrease the liquid oil a few percentage points-you will have to do your own experiments to figure out what works for your climate. Happy making!

[@deenflower8454]

@@HumblebeeAndMe Thanks a ton!!! Yes i live in a humid country India,Tamilnadu. Will surely try it. Thank u once again!!!!!!

[@user-cc4kp1cc2u]

This is a great idea ! I was wondering why you didn't add a preservative to it ? xxx

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@user-cc4kp1cc2u]

@@HumblebeeAndMe thanks bee!!

[@irmanv.9798]

This was a water free formula.

[@esraalgogary671]

can i use stearic acid instead of cetyl alcohol?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I don't recommend it; read the free partner blog post for details.

[@teresawatson4546]

Hi love your video where can I buy the ingredients to make it

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@MrTomDean100]

Thankyou for your content! 😁 Could the emulsifying wax NF be substituted for btms 25?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yup, though you may need to adjust the formulation to get the consistency just right if you do.

[@MrTomDean100]

@@HumblebeeAndMe You’re amazing! Thankyou so much! 💚

[@moneshasahai2783]

What preservative would you recommend using ? I’m thinking what if water gets in ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question + lots of formula-specific and more general information about shelf life & preservation in both the partner blog post for this formulation (linked in the description box below) and the Humblebee & Me FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/preservatives/).

[@glorusenseis.399]

I love this recipe, i want to make a bigger batch, but dont want to mess up the proportions. I tried understanding the formula spreadsheet in your blog is there another way of converting this 20g recipe to like 16oz? I'd appreciate it😭✨

[@nathanlippitt3821]

Just take the % of the recipe she has put in the description and say if your doing a batch of 5000g, google what is 1% of 5000g and it will tell you how many g is in that % :)

[@irmanv.9798]

Best to use grams - oz. Is completely outdated. It is 2021. oz is not accurate in cosmetic making.

[@rogerchannels2785]

You made a French Green Clay Mask back in 2017 with water, honey and rose hip seed oil along with EOs. Is one better than the other?

[@beelover2827]

*following the answer

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No, they're just different-like marmalade & raspberry jam, it just depends on what you're looking for. The one from 2017 will be more tightening/drying than this one.

[@aminatalaka625]

Does it need any type of preservatives, and can fragrance be added?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@komaljain4824]

It can be preserved for how many days ??and do we have to add preservatives ?? And is there any alternative for emulsifying wax?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@komaljain4824]

@@HumblebeeAndMe you rep so quick ... Thanks love ❤️..

[@ayesharahman9300]

Hello, Can I use beeswax instead of emulsifying wax ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No, never-they are really REALLY different ingredients that both just happen to have the word "wax" in their names. Please look them both up in the free Humblebee & Me DIY Encyclopedia (www.humblebeeandme.com/diy-encyclopedia/) to learn more. Happy making!

[@nehadahal3501]

Just a quick question What did you used as a preservative??

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@itsmeashlib4394]

Would this be okay to put in squeeze tubes?

[@irmanv.9798]

Yes, that should work.

[@sadiec8899]

Hi! May I ask how long this mask's shelf life is? How long 'til it expires? 😊

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question + lots of formula-specific and more general information about shelf life & preservation in both the partner blog post for this formulation (linked in the description box below) and the Humblebee & Me FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/preservatives/).

[@Ganjamen_ofc]

brazil here

[@alexciagayle8287]

Can i use the e.wax or i hace to use the e.wax nf

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Please look up the emulsifying wax NF in the Humblebee & Me Encyclopedia at www.humblebeeandme.com/diy-encyclopedia to learn about it :)

[@Adaobiflora]

Hi, do you work with HLB system in mask formulation?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I don't work with the HLB system anywhere :)

[@alexanderroland7944]

Humblebee & Me

[@ammanasummaillaBavisha]

Dear Can v use rose clay instead of green clay?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@Tubashahbazkhan]

How it smells so waxy??

[@user-uo1uc7gt4s]

Can I use beeswax , coconut oil with green clay?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Probably, but that'll be nothing like what I've shared here :)

[@zainabvohra9008]

Shelf life of this clay mask ? Also, which preservative is best for this mask ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@rasham6345]

Would you say this face mask is hydrating?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No; only things with water can be hydrating. It can be moisturizing, though!

[@danedscakeryllc7730]

Hello 👋 what is the shelf life for this face mask

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@nadiarosita9238]

Peel off mask powder pleasee

[@stephaniem4018]

I have a question. I heard that clay masks are not good because they need a lot of preservative. Is this true?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! I'd say that statement is so simplistic/over-simplified that it is kind of meaningless in addition to being untrue. I'd recommend reading this to learn more: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/can-i-mix-up-a-big-batch-of-this-face-mask-and-use-it-later/. Happy making!

[@stephaniem4018]

@@HumblebeeAndMe thank you very much ! 🤍

[@amberhoney9852]

Can you use this with bentonite or Moroccan red clay?

[@WildLee7]

At the end she said she wouldn't recommend using heavier clays such as bentonite or rhassoul.

[@melissavandermerwe9345]

​@LisaFicTalk HI. Say I wanted to make this a foot mask instead, could I then use bentonite clay instead? Thank you 😊

[@mdshahidulislam6991]

Can i store it❓

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@sowmyashree4504]

Whats the self life?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@Opendiarybyfaryal]

Can we use any other clay ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@Opendiarybyfaryal]

Humblebee & Me love you dear 💕 for such detail guidance

[@mamaolivia860]

How long can it keep this mask ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;)

[@theluxbodycare2356]

How long will this last?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question + lots of formula-specific and more general information about shelf life & preservation in both the partner blog post for this formulation (linked in the description box below) and the Humblebee & Me FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/preservatives/).

[@notinuse5494]

What is the total weight of this

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@bodyframewellnessboutique8058]

Can it be sold

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@bodyframewellnessboutique8058]

Thank u for ur response will like to try it for myself. Is cetyl same as ceto stearyl alcohol

[@muskangulati9230]

shelf life?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You'll find the answer to your question in the blog post that's linked in the description box below the video ;) If you're not sure what that means, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/whats-the-description-box-on-youtube/. Happy making!

[@yvonneyu6664]

can it remove makeup ？

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

That's not really what this is for-it's not a facial cleanser. Check out my Soft Velvet Cleansing Oil for something better suited :)

[@kellyann6571]

Please please do a new deodorant recipe!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm working on it :)

[@karenesposito488]

It's hard to take you serious with a green face. Only kidding ,l have the ingredients so I'm going to mix some up.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

😝 Happy making!

[@khakemadina9686]

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