July 25, 2025

CLAY MASKS - WHAT ARE THEIR PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS

WHAT PROPERTIES DO CLAY MASKS HAVE? Clay has been used to enhance beauty since ancient times, where it was used not only to cleanse the complexion, but also to reduce inflammation and skin problems. Today, clay is the main ingredient in face masks created based on Ayurvedic recipes - they have a cleansing, soothing, antibacterial and remineralizing effect. The caring and healing properties of a clay mask have quickly made this cosmetic product popular on the cosmetic market, especially since the use of a clay mask is versatile. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN CLAY MASKS? Clay masks owe their extraordinary properties to, among other things, kaolin clay, also known as porcelain clay. This is a mineral with a delicate consistency extracted from deep within the earth, containing a large amount of aluminum silicate and micro and macro elements such as: potassium phosphorus calcium magnesium iron Clay masks also contain vegetable oils, which give them a pleasant, oriental scent and enhance their beneficial effects. HOW TO USE CLAY MASKS? Clay masks are applied to thoroughly cleansed skin - they are spread evenly over the entire surface of the face, avoiding the eye and mouth areas, and then left for about 20 minutes. During this time, the mask hardens slightly, making it easy to remove. This procedure can be repeated once or twice a week, not more often, because the masks' effect is quite intense. It is worth adding that the uses of a clay mask are versatile - it can be applied not only to the skin of the face, but also to the neckline and even the back. WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF USING CLAY MASKS? Thanks to their unique properties, clay masks can effectively improve the appearance of the skin - smooth it, firm it and brighten it. Using a clay mask can also effectively help fight skin changes, because this cosmetic has a strong soothing, bactericidal and cicatrizing effect, which narrows pores, minimizes inflammation and reduces acne scars. It is to such properties, among others, that clay masks owe their fame. WHICH CLAY MASK SHOULD I CHOOSE? If we want our skin to look beautiful and healthy, remember to choose and use a clay mask appropriately. People with oily skin should reach for a natural neem and tea tree clay mask , for people with normal or dry skin the best choice will be a natural almond and saffron clay mask , and for combination skin you can use a natural ginger and lemongrass clay mask . Let's also remember to always follow the manufacturer's recommendations on the packaging of each of these cosmetics.

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July 24, 2025

HOW TO STORE NATURAL COSMETICS?

WHAT DO COSMETICS NOT LIKE? Cosmetics are quite demanding when it comes to storage. They need the right conditions to ensure their durability, i.e. the right temperature and protection from harmful factors. Moisture has the most adverse effect on them, as excess water promotes the growth of bacteria and microorganisms. High temperatures also have a negative effect on them, so they should avoid radiators, the sun and other sources of heat. It is also worth limiting the air supply, which could cause them to ventilate and dry out. HOW TO STORE NATURAL COSMETICS? Natural cosmetics they feel best in dry, cool and shaded places. Most of them should be stored at room temperature, i.e. not too low (minimum 18°C), but also not too high (maximum 25°C), and also protected from light, both natural and artificial, because they are photosensitive. It is best to follow the instructions on the packaging - there is always information there about what rules should be followed so that a given cosmetic maintains its properties for as long as possible. WHERE TO STORE NATURAL COSMETICS? Many people store cosmetics in the bathroom - this is certainly a good place for soap or shampoo, but other cosmetic products are better kept in the room. Especially for natural cosmetics, with a low content of preservatives, the bathroom is not a good choice, because it is humid. Some manufacturers of natural cosmetics recommend storing their products in the refrigerator, but only a few exceptions need such low temperatures. In most cases, room temperature is enough, so the best solution is to store cosmetics in the bedroom. HOW LONG CAN COSMETICS BE USED AFTER OPENING? Natural cosmetics, like food products, have expiration dates that should not be exceeded. However, they also have a set time frame that specifies how long a given product can be used after opening. This information is usually found on the packaging – look for an open jar icon, next to it there should be a number of months guaranteeing the product will be usable. Most natural cosmetics can be stored for 3 to 24 months after opening – these expiration dates should always be strictly adhered to. WHY SHOULD COSMETIC PACKAGING BE TIGHT? It is very important that the packaging in which we store cosmetics is tight, this way we prevent: the negative impact of harmful external factors; the reproduction of bacteria and microorganisms; loss or change of the original properties of cosmetics; If the original packaging of the cosmetic has been damaged, we should definitely find a replacement for it, remembering that the new packaging should be equally tight. Sometimes such replacements can be found on the manufacturer's website. Orientana, for example, has a special box for balms in its offer, which will allow you to take care of the proper storage of this cosmetic and allow you to enjoy its effective effects for a long time.

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June 10, 2025

HENNA STEP BY STEP

If you are planning to switch to natural dyeing with Bio Henna, we will gladly show you how easy it is. If you find it troublesome to prepare and apply Bio Henna yourself, this post is just for you! The effects of henna are worth every minute of your time – healthy, soft, shiny, thick hair. After all, each of us wants to delight with its shine, because hair is in some way our calling card. Below you will find step by step instructions on how to mix and apply Bio Henna. See for yourself how easy it is!: Unpack the Bio Henna can. Inside you will find powdered herbs in a sachet, gloves and a cap. Pour the powdered herbs into any container (a glass or ceramic bowl will do) and add warm water (around 50⁰C), enough to create a thick paste (remember that it should not be too watery or too thick, because you will later apply the paste to your hair – it should not run off your hair!). Mix until the resulting paste is uniform and free of lumps (what do we mix with? A spoon or even an old toothbrush will do). Leave the mixture to cool. Now it's time to wash your hair with shampoo (it's very important that it doesn't contain SLS/SLES/ALS, only then will Bio Henna properly bind to the hair's keratin). After washing, dry your hair with a towel. Put on the protective gloves that came in the can to avoid getting your hands dirty. Now start spreading the cooled Bio Henna evenly and thoroughly covering all hair. You can do this with your fingers! Henna applied? Now quickly cover your hair with the cap that was in the can. Remember not to let the henna cool down on your hair, so put a hat on the cap, for example, which will prevent heat loss, or dry the cap with a hair dryer from time to time. Leave the henna on for two hours (you can also leave it on longer, then the Bio Henna will bind even more strongly with the hair keratin) - you can experiment with the time you leave the henna on! The time you leave it on affects the saturation and durability of the color - so the longer the better! After this time, wash Bio Henna from your hair with warm water. And only water! It is very important that you do not use shampoo, conditioners or hair styling products for 48 hours! This is extremely important if you do not want the color to wash out immediately. Remember that in the case of Bio Henna, you will get its final colour on your hair two days after colouring! With each subsequent henna application you will become more and more skilled! It is absolutely not difficult and it has a beneficial effect on our hair! When hennaing your hair, each time another layer of Bio Henna is applied to the hair, so you will notice an increasingly deeper color. In the next posts on our blog you will soon read about what distinguishes Bio Henna Orientana from other hennas, how to mix Bio Henna colors and what Bio Henna Colorless Conditioner gives. With Orientana you can easily switch to natural coloring and your hair will love it! You will quickly notice the positive effects of applying herbal mixtures to your hair! ?

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