Review of QED MAN French Green Clay.....

[joel]

http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010114.JPG

Gents,
First let me say, when this product first arrived, I was somewhat disappointed.... not just that it came in a plain plastic bag - but ::Gasp:: it was a powder! Well... what the heck do I do with this stuff? Ahhh what a mess, what a pain, and what a mistake having bought this stuff. I began reading the 2 page leaflet that came with the clay, and still, was wildly unimpressed - especially when I found out I had to mix the stuff on my own (what a pain in the neck) AND that it was recommended to use QED DaVinci water. Well - I had tried the DaVinci water, and really enjoyed it - and thought to myself - no friggin' way am I going to waste this lovely stuff on some meterosexual clay! Oh the humanity!

Well - I mixed the powder up with some bottled water - as per the instructions recommend - and albeit a touch messy and inconvenient, it really wasn't too bad at all. Well - I slathered the stuff on.... and well - I was shocked. Other "muds" and clays - you apply, and they dry, leave a "film" then you wash them off.... not QED French Clay - this stuff is like having paper Mache dry on your face, I mean it REALLY feels thick and rich as if you have a thick layer of leather on your face. The first time I used this product - I found it to be very awkward, and I wasn't comfortable. After the 30 minutes or so passed, I washed the stuff off my face thinking "uhhh ok." THEN it set it.... wow.... my face feels weird. I didn't think too much of it, went to bed, then woke up the next morning... WOW did my face look incredible, and my skin felt superb! Hot damn - maybe this isn't such junk after all?

Well I had used the Zirh many times in the past - and I sure thought it was halfway decent stuff - but it was complete trash compared to the QED French Clay - suffice to say - it got my attention. I began farting around with Olive oil - applying a thin layer to both of my forearms, letting it sink it, then applying both "masks" to my forearms - and the QED simply embarrassed the Zirh every time. I had taken pics (some will show a bottle of olive oil in them) however the pics of my tests didn't show anything so I will leave them out.

After having used and enjoyed this clay mask - I decided to sacrifice some of my sacred QED DaVinci water - and try the mask out with the clay powder - DaVinci water mix tonight.

Clay Powder and DaVinci H20
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010115.JPG

Measuring out 1/2 tablespoon of powder for the mask
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010116.JPG

Putting it in a tea cup...
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010117.JPG

Adding 3/4 tablespoon of DaVinci Water (Oh the humanity!)
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010118.JPG

The mix begins....
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010119.JPG

Mmmmm... chunky
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010120.JPG

Almost there....
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010121.JPG

Finished QED French Clay on the fore-finger, black betonite/mix Zirh clay on middle finger
(color/consistency difference)
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010122.JPG

Mad professors lab....
http://badgerandblade.com/pics/QEDMASK/P1010123.JPG

Well once I tried this clay with DaVinci water - I became a total convert... while the clay cleanses, detoxifies and exfoliates, the DaVinci water moisturizes, tones, and conditions. Truly an incredible combo - and good lord does it smell amazing! What a truly royal experience to kick back - relax and enjoy the incredible fragrance of DaVinci water, coupled with the relaxing "mask" effect of the clay. This has quickly become my favorite product of the QED man line, and at only $9 for ONE FULL POUND - even with the use of DaVinci water, it is an incredible value. A world class product at a rock bottom price, but then again, this is expected from Charles at QED.

I WILL be enjoying this fine product at LEAST once per week - and I highly suggest you join me! You skin, and your blood pressure will thank me... as few things are more relaxing than this wonderful product from QED! Give it a try, and let us know what you think!

[joel]

:eek: :eek: :eek: :yikes: :yikes: :yikes: :yikes: :yikes: :a47:

BOOOOO!

[gage0921]

Im sold.....my next order will defenitly contain this.

[mark the shoeshine boy]

this isn't Kiwi lime green polish on my face....don't hate because I'm beautiful...

You can put you mix in an ait tight container, like a tupperware bowl and shake the fire out of it and get a great mix and it will store, too. If you find it dry after a week just add a couple of drops of water until the right consistency comes back or add more powder and mix.

[joel]

this isn't Kiwi lime green polish on my face....don't hate because I'm beautiful...

You can put you mix in an ait tight container, like a tupperware bowl and shake the fire out of it and get a great mix and it will store, too. If you find it dry after a week just add a couple of drops of water until the right consistency comes back or add more powder and mix.

That right there is a ladies man.... :ladysman:

[Austin]

Joel, that is one scary picture of you! :001_tt2: Nevertheless, thanks for the review. I have been wondering about clay. I have seen it on Charles' website for quite some time. Time to place an order.

[fisherc]

If you don't like the hassle of mixing the clay with hydrosol water you can buy them "pre mixed" in a tube from http://www.naprodis.com. I think the product they have presmixed is green clay and lavender hydrosol water. It's very convenient. French Green Clay is more specifically called Green Illite. If you like this type of clay you should also try Rhassoul clay. It is more expensive but has even greater skin benefits. You can buy bulk clays (Illite, Rhassoul, Bentonite, etc) like what QED sells from http://www.mountainroseherbs.com as well.

Chris

[methodshaving.com]

I will second chris on the mountain rose herbs site. Fanatasic service and fantastic products. My 1lb of green clay is a year old and will probably last half a life time.

[gage0921]

Just received my QED clay today and im about to give it a go........let you guys know how it works out, hopefully good because the feathers tonite really tore me:sad:

[Nick]

Hmm, Sean, I'm no expert, but if it were me, I'd probably let the skin recover a little before I masked it. The mask is very healthy, but it can tax the skin a little. If you've already got some wicked razor rash, I'd hold off if I were you. Maybe apply something that's more healing, rather than the mask.

-Nick

[gage0921]

No rash.....just a nick or two, thats what I call getting tore up:biggrin:

[gage0921]

This was my first time masking so I have nothing to go on but the experience was nice and it was enjoyable to have the scent linger for so long. Only thing I noticed at first was how soft my skin was but this morning my skin did look dramatically different. It was a enjoyable experience to say the least and it was neat how you could feel the clay litterally sucking out dirt and oil. Highly reccomended!!!!!

[roughrider]

This was my first time masking so I have nothing to go on but the experience was nice and it was enjoyable to have the scent linger for so long. Only thing I noticed at first was how soft my skin was but this morning my skin did look dramatically different. It was a enjoyable experience to say the least and it was neat how you could feel the clay litterally sucking out dirt and oil. Highly reccomended!!!!!


I got a bag from mountainroseherbs.com. I also got some of their Rasoul clay. I hope to try them in the coming weeks.

[Nick]

Sean,

Glad to hear you like it. It definitely does seem to get the job done.

RR,

Let us know how that goes. I'm really interested to hear how well clays (other than green) work.

-Nick

[Cliff]

Do you folks use the clay mask prior to a shave or after ? Does it make a difference ?

[roughrider]

Do you folks use the clay mask prior to a shave or after ? Does it make a difference ?


I am personally going to use it at night so not anywhere near close to shave time. I don't think you'll see that great of a difference. Make sure to work the clay well when applying it.

[Justso]

All I can say is wow. Charles wasn't kidding when he said this stuff will "suck the crap out of your face." MAN! When I mixed it up and slathered it on, it took about a minute for the sucking to begin and man, i felt like my face was being pulled off the bone. No joke. No exaggeration. No embellishment. This stuff will floor you. Excellent product. I had used Zirh prior to this stuff and the Zirh is going in the garbage can. For $8.95 a pound, this stuff is rock bottom, bargain basement cost. Even after 30 minutes on my face, I washed it off and my face still feels a little drawn after the whole ordeal.

Do yourself a favor and make your next QED order complete with the French Green clay.

By the way, I did some research on "French Green Clay" and there are a litany of health benefits from it. One being a benefit to the lymph glands.

Great stuff! :w00t:

[gage0921]

Im actually claying as I type.....good stuff.

[marshiano]

Hello, I'm pretty new here, but I have a question regarding the QED French Clay. I used it for the first time tonight and it left my face looking like it was sunburned. My forehead began to sting as soon as the mask began to harden on my face. After I rinsed it, my whole face was red. Anyone had this experience? I used DaVinci water with the clay.

Regards,
Marion

[ouch]

Excellent, if somewhat frightening, review. Never in a million years would I have guessed that this was a do it yourself kit.

That bag looks like a lifetime supply, so I think I'll wait until it makes it into the Scotto sampler pack.:drool:

[Justso]

Marion,

Yes. My face is pinkish red when the I wash off the clay mask, and Charles said that's pretty normal due to the blood rushing to your face. However, I don't believe your face should feel sunburned. That doesn't seem normal. Are you sure it just wasn't flushed red and a bit sensitive?

Usually, once I rinse off the clay mask, I make sure to rinse my face with cold water and then go lay back down on my bed in front of a fan blowing on my face (usually this puts me to sleep in the evening).

If you feel a bit uneasy/uncomfortable with the mask, I'd email Charles at QED and tell him about your experience and I'm sure he can give you some direction

[mrob]

Hmmm. . .read this review initially some months back, but am glad it got bumped back up. Maybe I'll give it a try!

[TraderJoe]

This is not your average "powder-puff" clay mask. This stuff is the REAL DEAL. If there are ANY impurities lurking beneath your skin, this will remove all of it. I don't know if this stuff is guaranteed to remove impurties, but it probably could be. The whole experience was very relaxing, from mixing the slurry, to sitting back while it dried, to the feeling as though a new layer of skin had just surfaced.

Note: I did not have any facial flushing after using this. During use, your skin will feel as though its being tightened as the clay dried, but this is part of the relaxation aspect of using the mask.

:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

[htownmmm]

Will this now lead to CAD- clay acquisition disorder?


Marty

[TraderJoe]

Will this now lead to CAD- clay acquisition disorder?


Marty

possibly, but I'm pretty confident that I've got the creme da- le creme :001_cool:

[htownmmm]

possibly, but I'm pretty confident that I've got the creme da- le creme :001_cool:


When has that ever stopped us from spending more? :wink:


Marty

[TraderJoe]

When has that ever stopped us from spending more? :wink:


Marty


:lol: so true....

[Ashe]

I will be mailing QED today to get shipping rates of their products to Europe and try his sticks, tubs and clay out.

One of the disadvantages of living in Europe is that it often takes 1 to 2 weeks before shipments arrive out of the US. Not a single store in Belgium has decent products (except for one or two) like the creams and other things that are reviewed over here so I'll have to make a habit from directly ordering from the US into Europe. I could always let the shipments go to my employers office in Atlanta but even then I'll have to wait until I get there (typically once every 4 to 6 months) which is too long. When I have my mind set to trying something out, I want it immediately (a week or 2 will do as well) and not having to wait months and months in a row.

Damnit, I should have never stumbled upon this forum... I hate you guys! :biggrin:

[ladyintheroom]

LOL, you boys have motivated me. I have several clays as I make my own bath products and honestly I did not even think to use the clay as a mask. Well I did the mask with the french green clay and holy moly did that thing draw out everything. I have oily skin and it made me feel like I needed to moisturize afterwards. I don't think a person with dry skin would tolerate this mask very well. If I use this clay again I would use some chamomile tea or herbal infusion (comfrey comes to mind) as the liquid. That should make the mask soothing as well as drawing. Next I will try the Moroccan red clay, then the bentonite, and then the kaolin each with various infusions. Suddenly this is very interesting.
By the way a nice site for clays and herbs is herbalcom.com very good prices and 5$ for shipping no matter the size of the order. I have bought things there several times and have never been disappointed.
J

[ada8356]

Just got some of the clay in yesterday (along with some other STUFF (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=76486&postcount=61)) and used for the first time last night.

Anyone know how often you can use this stuff? Cuz I think I'll want to use it every night!

I mixed it with Da Vinci water so I could get a 'base line'. Next time I will try it with some bottled water to see if I can tell any difference.

I didn't have burning during, or flushing after, but while the clay was on my face you could certainly feel it getting tight! Almost to a point of not being comfortable.

This morning my skin IS very soft and balanced.

A+ product. And for $8.95!? Are you kidding me?

[TraderJoe]

I try to use it once per weeek.

Glad to see you like it.

[Coche_y_bondhu]

Hello Aaron,

I used to use the QED Clay once a week. I think it will be too much on your face to use daily.

I have sinced switched to the Nancy Boy Replenishing Face Mask. It has cucumber extract in it along with french green clay. And it is gentle enough to use everyday. It goes on much lighter then the QED clay, almost transparent with a tint of green from the clay.

I use it everyday before I shower in the evening. After the shower, I normally spray on some cucumber toner from Bella Luce and apply some Nancy Boy Daily Face Moisturizer, also cucumber scented. I am good for a relaxing evening.

I reserve the QED clay for when I need a heavy-duty skin replenishment, like after a day of fishing or working all day in the yard.

Just personal preference.

Cheers,
Richard
Up the Road from you in Plano

[boboakalfb]

I use it once a week as well...just used it last night in fact. Makes my face feel great. Might have to try those NB products for the off days.

[ada8356]

Hello Aaron,

I used to use the QED Clay once a week. I think it will be too much on your face to use daily.

I have sinced switched to the Nancy Boy Replenishing Face Mask. It has cucumber extract in it along with french green clay. And it is gentle enough to use everyday. It goes on much lighter then the QED clay, almost transparent with a tint of green from the clay.

I use it everyday before I shower in the evening. After the shower, I normally spray on some cucumber toner from Bella Luce and apply some Nancy Boy Daily Face Moisturizer, also cucumber scented. I am good for a relaxing evening.

I reserve the QED clay for when I need a heavy-duty skin replenishment, like after a day of fishing or working all day in the yard.

Just personal preference.

Cheers,
Richard
Up the Road from you in Plano

Richard,

I recently tried a sample of NB toning face mask and really enjoyed it. Maybe it would be a good idea to leave the QED for periodic treatment and use the NB more often.

Thanks

[Coche_y_bondhu]

Hello Bob and Aaron,

Yes, that is a good choice. Reserve the QED clay for occasional use and use the NB mask daily.

Right after my morning shave, I apply Neutrogena sunblock lotion. So by the end of the day around 700pm or so, I am ready to get the day's "grime" off my face. So I use some Neutrogena Daily Face Scrub to wash off the sunblock, leave my face wet and apply the NB mask. I lay down for about 30minutes just to unwind and then shower afterwards. My sound machine is on in the background with ocean waves! It is relaxing at the end of a work day.

I suggested to Eric at NB to market a daily face scrub to complement their daily mild facial cleanser (which I use every morning prior to shaving) and a cucumber toner as well. We will see.

Cheers,
Richard
Plano TX

[dustind]

Anyone using this that has dry skin? I'd be hip to give this a whirl but I already have really dry skin. Any comments on moisterizers for after the treatment?

[19george]

I don't have dry skin, but I do find that the green clay is a bit drying, even with use of the Da Vinci Water. I have the MaleFace moisturizer that I apply after the Green Clay. It works really well. BTW Charles does recommend that people use something after the clay treatment to moisturize the skin.

Maybe you should also look into changing your face wash. Something that is more mild and moisturizes. Maybe an olive oil soap, or a soap with shea butter. I use Papoutsanis olive oil soap and find it fantastic (and cheap too at $1.35 for a 250gr. bar).

[rusirius]

Good Grief... Seems I can't go more then a day or two of reading these forums that I don't find something else I just have to order... :eek: Ordered a pound of clay and a 9oz of Da Vinci to go with it. Also ordered up a bottle of the QED Aftershave Conditioner. Looks like a good product and pretty inexpensive to boot...

[dustind]

I couldn't find it on the site to order, except for one spot that did not have a link. Is it a phone in order?

[Tinzien]

https://qedusa.com/form/

Type in what you want in the comments section and Charles will take good care of you. :)

[roughrider]

I bought mine from Mountain Rose Herbs. I also bought the Rhassoul clay which is also very good.


http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/clay/clay.php

[letterk]

This stuff is a cross between http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3960 and http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3962 for your http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3963. It will suck out more http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3959 than you can imagine.

After the required 30 minutes, my skin was squeaky clean and fresh. I'm not sure my skin has ever been this clean before. It did turn my skin a little red, but after a little http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3965 and a good night sleep, it was gone by http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3964.

Be warned, it feels like http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3961.

[dustind]

Now that's a visual description.

[6jokers]

Also ordered up a bottle of the QED Aftershave Conditioner. Looks like a good product and pretty inexpensive to boot...

It seems I'm always finding a mention of something from QED that I can't manage to find on the site. What can you tell me about the aftershave conditioner? I'm especially interested in a scent description.

[Justso]

Just clay masked tonight again w/the QED French Green Clay...

This stuff is so awesome & relaxing that it's obscene. Everytime I do the clay mask, I feel like a new man. Just awesome stuff. :drool:

[Dennis]

It seems I'm always finding a mention of something from QED that I can't manage to find on the site. What can you tell me about the aftershave conditioner? I'm especially interested in a scent description.

There was a flyer with a description of the product in my last order from QED. 2 oz for $6.50 was the price I think. It is unscented but does have some scent from the essential oils (rosemary and geranium, I think...). I think Charles was recently testing the formulation before rolling it out for sale which is why some gents have it and it is not on the site yet.

Dennis

[mark the shoeshine boy]

I love the stuff !!!!

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2969

[6jokers]

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[TimmyBoston]

How does the mask work at fighting acne?

Mark, I love your post, always great for a laugh! :biggrin: :lol: :biggrin:

[letterk]

I've used this with the Da Vinci water and SCS hydrosols. Any other fluids work well?

[boboakalfb]

I've used this with the Da Vinci water and SCS hydrosols. Any other fluids work well?
I usually use Thayers Rose WH or Thayers Lavender WH...or Combo...

[TimmyBoston]

How long before the redness fades?

I just got my clay today, and I just tried it out. My skin feels great, taught, clean, well-moisturized, but it also feels sunburned. How long before the redness dies down.

I probably should mention, I have rather sensitive skin. Has anybody else with sensitive skin used this product.

Should I use a moisturizer after use? Or not?

[TimmyBoston]

Ok, after about 20 minutes the redness totally disapated. And my skin feels soft and supple. This stuff is truly wonderful!

[boboakalfb]

Should I use a moisturizer after use? Or not?
I do...I believe Charles recommends it as well...

[joel]

I've used this with the Da Vinci water and SCS hydrosols. Any other fluids work well?

Apple Cider Vinegar is actually the best fluid to use.

[rikrdo]

Apple Cider Vinegar is actually the best fluid to use.

You are Serious ??:confused:

[surprisingly]

I just got my shipment of French green clay in from Mountain Rose Herbs. 1lb. of clay for $8! It was unreal. It felt like my skin was being sucked by a vacuum cleaner, but when I washed it off, my face was truly BBS. I didn't get any redness, but right before I washed the clay off, I made the mistake of stretching my face to watch the mask crack. Well, those tiny cracks caused tiny cuts on my lips which are just now, a day later, going away. I will definitely recommend this stuff to all of my friends who will heartily laugh in my face and call me a sissy. I don't care, it's awesome!

DON'T put it too close to your lips, DON'T stretch your face when the mask is hard, DO follow up with an exfoliant scrub to leave your skin feeling magnificent.

[letterk]

I'm not sure I'd follow up the mask with a scrub. I mean, your face has already taken a beating. Why kick it while it's down?

[surprisingly]

The only reason I did was because after using the mask, I kept rubbing my skin and could tell that it was softer and smoother, but I still had some dead skin keeping it from feeling BBS. I suppose you could exfoliate before the mask. YMMV!

[letterk]

Yes, I understand what you mean. I also notice some dead skin when I'm done. I'm usually just able to wash it away with some very light scrubbing.

[moses]

I'm usually just able to wash it away with some very light scrubbing.

Which is different from exfolliating, how? :wink:

[TimmyBoston]

Which is different from exfolliating, how? :wink:

Scrubbing is much more macho.

[letterk]

Well, it's not even really scrubbing. More of a rubbing. :biggrin:

[wildman]

i have started using REN's multi mineral detox mask due to good reviews and recommendations and i have to say that it is awesome. after it dries, you rub it off, which probably has an added benefit to exfoliation. it is expensive tho, but seems to be the only product that may have an effect on blackheads. it is a kaolin based product, but has lots of ingredients. do you think that a cheaper clay, such as the QED clay would be similar??

i have also used a natural oceanic clay which is nice and also the anthony deep pore cleansing clay, which is kaolin and bentonite based but contains a lot of ingredients. it stings mildly when applied. i have to say that the REN mask is the best i have tried, but i would like to compare with the QED clay.

[TimmyBoston]

i have started using REN's multi mineral detox mask due to good reviews and recommendations and i have to say that it is awesome. after it dries, you rub it off, which probably has an added benefit to exfoliation. it is expensive tho, but seems to be the only product that may have an effect on blackheads. it is a kaolin based product, but has lots of ingredients. do you think that a cheaper clay, such as the QED clay would be similar??

i have also used a natural oceanic clay which is nice and also the anthony deep pore cleansing clay, which is kaolin and bentonite based but contains a lot of ingredients. it stings mildly when applied. i have to say that the REN mask is the best i have tried, but i would like to compare with the QED clay.

I haven't found this to be particularly effective with blackheads. It helps yes, but it won't pull all of them from your face. Biore Pore Strips are the best thing I've found for blackheads.

But that aside, I have used Nancy Boy Revitalizing Mask (French Green Clay is an ingredient) but it doesn't work as well as the QED and the QED is so much cheaper. Your face feels firmer, invigorated, clean, moisturized and refleshed. It really is something everyone should have for their face. Especially at $8.95 a pound, can't beat the price.

[Jim]

We have so many new members I thought I would bump this one back up.

This is my source for Hydrosols and clay (http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/clay/clay.php)

I use the Rhassoul clay with rose and lavender Hydrosols for my dry skin.

Enjoy

(Sorry Doc)

[rikrdo]

Nice one, Jim.
I (we...Wifey went with me) just had my / our 1st mask last weekend.
Man !!
That was cool.
I didnt know what to expect, but when it was over....
my mug felt and looked awesome.
Color....in the middle of winter. :cool:

[netsurfr]

If you don't like the hassle of mixing the clay with hydrosol water you can buy them "pre mixed" in a tube from http://www.naprodis.com. I think the product they have presmixed is green clay and lavender hydrosol water. It's very convenient. French Green Clay is more specifically called Green Illite. If you like this type of clay you should also try Rhassoul clay. It is more expensive but has even greater skin benefits. You can buy bulk clays (Illite, Rhassoul, Bentonite, etc) like what QED sells from http://www.mountainroseherbs.com as well.

Chris

mountainroseherbs has a nice selection but seems to charge considerable amounts for shipping.
have you had a different experience?
Steve

[019]

are all french green clay created equal? is there any difference, say, between the stuff from QED and the mountain rose herb stuff? if not, i might be able to find some locally :biggrin:

[Jim]

Undoubtedly you can find cosmetic clay locally, another option for using hydro sols are chamomile tea or just plain water, Are you in China? I think you may be our first member there!

[019]

yup, sure am in china. that's why it's hard for me to get anything DE-related. i had to get a friend who was visiting from the states to bring me my complete "starter kit" :biggrin: i'll have to look around, but i'm sure there should be some french green clay locally. there's just a matter of price too :mad: i've found some imported products can cost up to twice as much as in the states! :eek:

[TraderJoe]

Undoubtedly you can find cosmetic clay locally, another option for using hydro sols are chamomile tea or just plain water, Are you in China? I think you may be our first member there!

:yesnod: Whole foods has the bentonite and french green in their bulk herbs and spices aisle.

[019]

:yesnod: Whole foods has the bentonite and french green in their bulk herbs and spices aisle.

what i wouldn't do for a whole foods locally *sigh*

[hyperwarp]

LOL....have only been "doing this for less than 2 weeks" and already have 2 orders into QED.

Now keep a little text doc on my desktop which i open & minimize while surfing the "shaving sites". The doc in named "NextQEDorder" & it makes it real easy to cut text like "French Green Clay" or "Da Vinci Water" out of a Forum post & then paste it into "NextQEDorder"...

In fact am finding this Forum in general to be a goldmine of info about skincare, a topic which most guys aren't really too up on (traditionally).

[TstebinsB]

We have so many new members I thought I would bump this one back up.

This is my source for Hydrosols and clay (http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/clay/clay.php)

I use the Rhassoul clay with rose and lavender Hydrosols for my dry skin.

Enjoy

(Sorry Doc)

Thanks for the site. I just emailed them for some skin care suggestions.

[papasmurf]

can some one please send me a link for this stuff Charles' website from hell is driving me crazy I can not find it any where and I am very interested in trying this clay .

Thanks
Nick

[DoubleE]

can some one please send me a link for this stuff Charles' website from hell is driving me crazy I can not find it any where and I am very interested in trying this clay .

Thanks
Nick

Nick:

On the left side of his site, click on "Other fabulous toiletry products offered by QED". Then, it's the last item under the QEDman [USA] heading.

[letterk]

Or just email Charles. That's what I do. :biggrin:

[papasmurf]

Thanks for the info guys .
we really need to do some thing about that website . ordering from Charles is a job and a half . :lol:

Cant wait to try the stuff it will be my first face mask thank you B&B for yet another AD to add to my list of AD'S


Nick

[Ticman]

I saw the initial pictures of preparing the clay before applying. When I tried the proportions listed 1/2 T clay 3/4 T liquid I didnt' get a smooth mixuture so started adding more liquid and then more clay. Ended up with a rather runny solution which I used and when it dried I thinkit did the job.

Does anyone have good proportions to use and/or what consistency I should strive for?

thanks,
Mike

[mark the shoeshine boy]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2969

I love the stuff....after a weeks worth of the world it feels good to get your skin back to a fine level...be sure to finish it one of charles mist spray....like davinci water or something....

mark tssb

[ucliker]

wow a mask that actually works! well i will definitely give it a shot.

[momo360]

dammit!!!

yet another adventure.

calling Charles...

[DustBow]

wow a mask that actually works

yep, it does, like a Shop-Vac....

[zman1403]

Can someone please post the QED website.

Thanks

[Doc4]

Can someone please post the QED website.

Thanks

Can someone please fix the QED website?









check out the shopping links here: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=3779

[Mer]

Well I had to try it too.

Just ordered a pound and some Da Vinci water.

Can't wait.

Eric

[Aevum]

i have oily skin and i can basicly drive trucks trough my pores, this stuff will help me ?

[OldSchoolYoungin]

This stuff's marvelous. Another great offering from QED. You're going to buy something else anyway, might as well just buy it from him :thumbup1:

Aevum, I have oily skin and this one helps me quite a lot. It will definitely suck the oil out of your face, maybe even overly so and you may need to apply moisturizer after using it. I slap on a bit of Corn Husker's after the mask and I'm good as new. I even sometimes mix the clay with water and the results are just fine.

[Aevum]

getting QED products to europe, and to spain is a bit problematic and expencive, but i have found a store that carries it, its around 1kg for 2,95 euros, so im gonna try it,

btw, becuase of where i live, alot of the products you mention are hard to get, so i have no clue as what davinchi water is or where to get corn huskers,

[DustBow]

DaVinci water is just a 50/50 blend of rose hydrosol and lavendar hydrosol so you should be able to get those somewhere in Spain

[Aevum]

anyways, i used it today, and it seems that my pores are really full of junk, i could clearly see much darker points in the dry clay where the pores are, the thing is that unless i want my skin to start falling off, i can only use it every 2-3 days, i guess its going to take a while if i want my pores to close,

[WestSideGuy]

Recently received some French Green Clay from QED. Tried it the first time with Da Vinci water. All I can say is wow! Amazing. My face was throbbing as the clay did its wonders.

Tonight I was in the grocery store and spotted and picked up some Apple Cider Vinegar (by Bragg brand about 16 ounces for $3.49). The label describes the health benefits of apple cider vinegar and how "in 400 BC Hippocrates, the father of medicine, used it for its amazing natural cleansing, healing and energizing health qualities." Can't wait to try it and compare.

[Crhis]

Has anyone tried this on other parts of their body?

I have a lot of acne on my shoulders, thinking of giving it a whirl if I can keep them still long enough.

[bsc2009]

in germany i've never seen this clay
does anyone know the ingredient list and can tell me if this is the same?

"Luvos Healing Earth has a tremendous power to absorb and neutralize stomach acids quickly. Luvos is well known for its effective absorption of bacteria, nicotine, caffeinen and other harmful impurities
Ingredients:
Calcium Carbonate, Minerals and trace elements (silica, iron, magnesium, potassium, sodium, fluoride, manganese, chromium, zinc) 100% Natural Antacid."

http://www.herbalstand.com/herbalproducts/10883/Luvos_Healing_Earth.htm


In German that's called "Heilerde" (translated: healing earth)

[1969Fatboy]

Try this stuff with your next order and you will love it! Once it starts working! WOW!

[burnwood]

How do you not scratch your face off after 10 minutes? Wooo!!!!
Every Friday night me and the wife share this lovely experience.

[momo360]

Every Friday night me and the wife share this lovely experience.

Yeah, I just use the clay as excuse to place orders with charles and get the wife semi-approval mode**



**Semi-approval: reaction of SWMBO where she does not totally go into a frenzy of random tantrums about how one is utterly insane and mentally ill for subscribbing to such an odd hobby... :blushing:

[Jopo]

On the topic of a less appealing purpose for this green clay: I had 2 plantar warts on my feet for almost 2 years. I bought the acid stuff at the drug store and your supposed to use an emery board to file it after showering when it's soft. Tried that for a month, the warts receded a bit but came back full strength. Tried some other stuff, nothing worked. On a whim, I put green clay on a bandage on my foot for ONE NIGHT. When I woke up, the warts had changed colour and were so soft I just cut them out and they're now totally gone. Amazing

[GarageBoy]

Do you really have to use it that often?

[momo360]

Do you really have to use it that often?

Once every 7-10 days is plenty. Once every two weeks is still good, even.

[1969Fatboy]

i have a post on another thread and will give out 4 more samples...of about 3 uses each in a baggy sent usps for free. i enjoy this every 4-5 days. mixed with water works but lavender hydrosol is out of this world. Smoke a pipe of your fav herb or tobacco and lay down with this stuff on your face with no movement, lights dimmed, listening to smooth jazz or better.. the doors with your eyes closed. After Riders on the storm and LA women its time to rinse with warm water. WOW! your face literally pulsates and you can feel your heart beat as this stuff works. I am hoping it is not just me? If you want to try I have 4 more pre packed envelopes... pm me your address and you will experience it!

[careym]

Hi guys 1st post here after lurking for a few months

Has anyone in the UK imported this stuff or know where it can be bought over here?

Cheers

Marc

[Crhis]

I ended up buying a similar product (actually stronger) called Fuller's Earth Clay from herbheaven (http://www.herbheaven.co.uk) - £4.50 for 500g.

[careym]

Cheers Chris.

Would you recomend this stuff then?

[Crhis]

There's a review here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=38142).

[careym]

Thanks.

Have ordered 100g of the Fuller clay and 100g of the green clay to test em both out

[1969Fatboy]

Question to anyone so I dont have to start a new thread. What in your opinion is the best clay? I only have QED and love it especially followed up with thayers lavender!

[burnwood]

I only have this one and so far its seems cool but I really have nothing to compare it to.

[RoyalKooparillo]

I've tried this stuff a few times now (thanks 1969Fatboy!!) and I love it--really does feel like taking a vacuum cleaner to your face!

Last night I tried it using some olive oil on the skin first, and I made the mixture with rose/lavender hydrosol with a couple drops of lavender EO. Awesome! The olive oil really makes my skin feel wonderful afterwards.

Note: Don't get this stuff on your lips!! Will dry/crack them!

Also, (and I found this out the hard way) don't get any of this stuff in your eye! Serious bummer.

[1969Fatboy]

I've tried this stuff a few times now (thanks 1969Fatboy!!) and I love it--really does feel like taking a vacuum cleaner to your face!

Last night I tried it using some olive oil on the skin first, and I made the mixture with rose/lavender hydrosol with a couple drops of lavender EO. Awesome! The olive oil really makes my skin feel wonderful afterwards.

Note: Don't get this stuff on your lips!! Will dry/crack them!

Also, (and I found this out the hard way) don't get any of this stuff in your eye! Serious bummer.

First of all...I am glad you liked it! 2nd...good advice on the olive oil. 3rd...I nearly fell out of my seat after hearing about the lips and eyes:lol: I forgot to tell you that part...Probabably would.....suck:w00t:No pun intended!!!! Wont ask any questions though:biggrin: Enjoy!

[Mottern Man]

After looking at this, I think the "Stranger" they were talking about in grade school was MTSSB. :eek:

[Oldhope]

I am waiting on a shipment of French Green Clay and I have a question.

I read somewhere that after using the mask and washing it off, you should use a toner to clean away the clay residue. I was hoping to buy a toner from wal mart, but it appears that all of those toners are acne astringents whereas the websites selling the clay seem to recommend hydrosols.

My question is: What do I really need to do after using the mask and what products do I need, if any?

[ands]

i've only used peel off masks but i'm thinking of trying FGC. How would you take the mask off though?

[scottydoint]

i've only used peel off masks but i'm thinking of trying FGC. How would you take the mask off though?


Wash off with warm water. you may have to lightly rub off with a washcloth.

[Robby]

I always just shower afterward.

[Oldhope]

I tried this with Apple Cider Vinegar, as Joel mentioned.... HORRIBLE experience! It stank to high heaven, my eyes watered the whole time. The second time I diluted the ACV in some water (1/2 Tbs water, 1/4 Tbs ACV, with 1/2 Tbs french green clay) and it wasn't so bad...

[Doc4]

I've got a pound of this stuff on the way ...

(And a couple jars of Proraso pre/post, a puck of Tabac, a jar of QED cedar/lemon, a bottle of Pashana ... gotta save on shipping, you know.)

[Shaving Galoot]

I received some of this QED french green clay and a copy of Joel's original post from a generous B&B member (On the Edge) and gave it a try last night. I mixed up a small batch with ordinary tap water and rubbed it all over my face. I sat down with a cup of coffee and turned on the tube. In about 5 minutes I started to feel my face tightening up. A little later I reached for the coffee, but soon realized that it would have to wait. My face was too tight and I didn't want to take a chance at spilling the hot coffee all over myself. So I sat back and enjoyed it. By the 30 minute mark it was tough to make facial expressions. A quick run through the shower cleaned everything up. Then it was time to check the results. My skin felt pretty soft, but the real test was going to have to wait until after this morning's shave as the day's growth was in the way. Although, my forehead suggested that things were going well.

This morning's shave was excellent. 3 passes plus cleanup with the barberpole HD and a superlather of Mama Bear's sandalwood vanilla and Kiss My Face vanilla. The results? Awesome. Smoother and softer than ever. The real test was a 'shave check' with my almost 5 year old son. He rubbed his cheeks against mine and his eyes bugged out "soft like a baby's cheek." This will definitely make the rotation. I'm thinking it might become a Sunday night ritual.

Thanks to all involved!

~Jeff
who had no idea this category even existed on the forum until he got the printout in the mail - this place is huge!

[cammyfive]

So it's 1:30 am and I am 20 minutes into my 30 minute mask routine....this stuff is INCREDIBLE!!! There is no was I can possibly open my mouth as this stuff has tightened up so dramatically on my face, I can feel the tingle of it working! This is light years ahead of any other name brand mask (i.e. Anthony, Zirh, etc). Ten more minutes to go...must....resist.....clawing...at...face!!!! haha

[mark the shoeshine boy]

about once a week....i still have half a pound left in my bag from three years ago....

[scottydoint]

When you guys wash it off, does it leave your skin really red and feeling slightly burned? It does me.

[cammyfive]

I noticed that too last night, that it leaves my face red. I believe this is from all of the blood being pulled to the surface. I toned afterwards with Davinci water and it went back to normal (actually MUCH better than normal) within 20 minutes and was so soft this morning when I woke up.

[ambrose]

So weird I was looking at buying a clay mask today then I ran into this thread.

I am looking at nancyboys masks but I am more intrigued by mixing a clay mask by myself.

I was looking at the berts bees clay mask today at the market.

I didnt buy it just yet but I did sneak a peak and smelled the scent of it today.
smelled great and the clay was very green just like the QED. 100% natural ingredients with Peppermint, rosemary and sage freaking nice eh.

http://www.burtsbees.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=-42&catalogId=10051&storeId=10001&langId=-1

[cammyfive]

I had tried quite a few different name brand premade masks by Anthony, Zirh, Jack Black, etc. They are OK, but the 'homemade' QED Green Clay is truly on another level. I dont say that like some people talk about this cream puts to shame this other cream....blah, blah. The QED mask is the real deal and is borderline uncomfortable towards the end (in a good way....if that makes any sense). It is one of the wisest choices I've made in A LOT of bad grooming choices! ha



So weird I was looking at buying a clay mask today then I ran into this thread.

I am looking at nancyboys masks but I am more intrigued by mixing a clay mask by myself.

I was looking at the berts bees clay mask today at the market.

I didnt buy it just yet but I did sneak a peak and smelled the scent of it today.
smelled great and the clay was very green just like the QED. 100% natural ingredients with Peppermint, rosemary and sage freaking nice eh.

http://www.burtsbees.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=-42&catalogId=10051&storeId=10001&langId=-1

[scottydoint]

I noticed that too last night, that it leaves my face red. I believe this is from all of the blood being pulled to the surface. I toned afterwards with Davinci water and it went back to normal (actually MUCH better than normal) within 20 minutes and was so soft this morning when I woke up.

That is what I was thinking too, but I didn't see why my face felt a little burned:confused:

[tweedcab]

Just thought I'd post my experience with this clay. I bought it based on Joel's review. I have used it with both hydrosol and plain old tap water several times each. I must say that I prefer the tap water over the hydrosol. When I use my Lavender hydrosol on my skin post shave it is soothing and cool with no signs of irritation. However, when I used the hydrosol to mix the clay I ended up with a very red/burned face every time. When I moved on to the tap water it all but eliminated the severe redness/irritation after masking. Not sure why this is, but based on this alone, not to mention not having to use up my hydrosol, I am totally satisfied with the tap water/clay combo. I am also very satisfied with the overall results from French Green Clay.

[randomtw]

is this still sold?

any other recommendations that I can find if its not sold anymore? any other recommendations in general?

[tsmba]

Its still available. This is yet another thing I would never imagined myself doing. I read Joel's review, though and thought I'd give it a try. Now I do it every week (yes, I mix mine with DaVinci water). I never get any redness or irritation and it seems to improve my complexion. I was lucky to get through adolescence without much acne, but like most folks I'll get an occasional pimple. Since using the clay, though, I can't recall a single one.

[randomtw]

i just found it, shipping is a bit pricey tho, almost doubling the cost?

[tsmba]

That's why you must order multiple items.....to save shipping costs! ;)

[jdougal]

What sort of lotion or mostiurizer do you use after using this clay? I think I'm really going to make this purchase but need to find out what all I need. I have Thayer's SuperHazel. Would that work? Or do I need more of a lotion?

[randomtw]

does qed offer free shipping?

[randomtw]

is this the link for the french clay?
http://www.qedusa.com/cat_OtherProducts.htm

[tsmba]

No, you gotta pay for shipping. I've never been disappointed with an order, and the prices are competitive.

[randomtw]

I can't find the french clay anywhere except that page.....

[burnwood]

It is worth it. Order a couple things to make the shipping bearable. They are all fine products.

[jbake37]

Do you guys shave prior to using the mask?

[Tolduonce]

I've used green clay for years (a different brand) and mixed it with apple cider vinegar. It's amazing stuff. The smell is definitely not for the faint of heart. It really pulls the gunk out of the pores. Supposedly, cleaning it off with anything but water causes it to harden inside the pores, so I just stand under the shower massage making sure to rub with my fingers until every trace is gone. This stuff will also pull out ingrown hairs, blackheads, whiteheads and even acne. Make sure you don't have any open nicks or cuts and keep it away from your eyes. If you're like me, you'll need a moisturizer right afterwards.

[Carlin]

Would anyone be willing to mix me some of the clay and davinci water in say an old creame bottle and sell it to me as a sample?

[sanuginz]

How does this mask differ from Enchante green clay mask (http://www.enchanteonline.com/pages/skincare/clay/claymask.htm)?

[shadowjim]

wish it was sold in smaller sizes, i dont really need a whole pound just to try it.

[Oldhope]

How does this mask differ from Enchante green clay mask (http://www.enchanteonline.com/pages/skincare/clay/claymask.htm)?

Probably not at all. Green clay is green clay... they dig it out of the ground, put it in baggies and sell it to retailers who put their own name on it and mark it up.

The one big difference I see though is in the amount, not the clay itself - that site wants over $10 for 6oz, and I think QED is a little less than that for a whole pound.

[Carlin]

QED is $10/lb

[Oldhope]

QED is $10/lb

The only drawback though, is you have a minimum order of $15 and the minimum shipping is $7.50 (I don't know if an order with 1lb of clay would qualify for the minimum shipping or not). I did some shopping on the QED website last year when I was wanting to try some green clay, and so I went looking for something for $5 to qualify for the order, but couldn't really find anything I wanted for $5 - I think everything other than bottles costed more than that.... So, long story short, I found that I probably couldn't get Green Clay from QED w/o spending around $25-$30 total at least.

As I wasn't really wanting anything else last year and didn't want to spend that much, I decided to order Green Clay from someone else(as I mentioned above, I sincerely doubt anyone is digging this stuff up in their own back yard, and it's not a formulated product, therefore it's all likely the exact same stuff no matter who you buy it from) who didn't have a minimum order amount.

I then bought some apple cider vinegar to mix it with which has been mentioned a few times in this thread, but I found that the mixture smelled very strong and even made my eyes water a bit. Then I tried mixing it with water and just a little bit of vinegar, and that was better on the eyes but still stank, so I quit using that.

As QED had recommended mixing the clay with a hydrosol toner, after awhile I bought the only one I could find - Noah's Natural's anti-oxidant Toner Mist with Cucumber Extract. I mixed that with the clay once or twice, and liked that much better - it smelled nice and felt good (plus you can spray it on your face as a moisturizing toner after you clean off the mask)- but after that I kind of got out of practice with doing the face mask. Funny story - I have small kids, and the first time they saw me wearing the mask they were scared: they either thought I had turned into a monster, or had an alien fungus on my face or something and wanted me to get it off. :biggrin:

It's now been almost a year since I've actually used my clay, and while I'm tempted to start using it again, I've decided instead to just sell my supply instead.



http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=101476

[sanuginz]

Yeah I'm like you. Not really interested in the other QED stuff. And they do charge a lot for shipping. I'll probably go with the mask from Enchante with my order of Hydrolast Conditioner. That way I can try it, save on shipping and not try to get rid of a pound of something if I don't like it.

[SRock]

Recently acquired a pound of this. Haven't tried it yet. Probably will this weekend. I know my wife will tear into it regularly.

[tsmba]

There is a document available on the QED site that describes their product and what makes it "different". He carries more product lines that most sites, so I've never had any issue with finding enough stuff to justify an order. A quick email to Charles will quickly illustrate the benefits of using his company. The man is very knowledgeable and just a plain, nice guy.

[linuxidiot]

gah, now you have me interested in this. I am going to go broke reading this site :-\

[tsmba]

When I received my pound, I thought it was a huge amount. However I've discovered that, using 1T/week, it will likely last between 6mos and a year.

[SRock]

When I received my pound, I thought it was a huge amount. However I've discovered that, using 1T/week, it will likely last between 6mos and a year.

This is good news. My wife and I both used it today and it only took 1T for both of us.

My skin feels great and I'll recommend this to anyone who'll listen. Great product and clearly it is great for the skin!

[tsmba]

I believe the directions call for 2.25t/use. That seemed to hard to measure, so I simply rounded it up to 1T. I like to mix to a rather loose consistency as its easier to spread on. I'd guess that a pound will last 8-10 months using it once a week.

[kedarroy]

has anyone tried mixing the clay with Nancy Boy's Balancing Facial Toner? Seems like it would be a good mix. Here's whats in the toner: Distilled water, aloe vera, organic neroli hydrosol, witch hazel hydrosol, sea kelp extract, glycerin, gingko biloba, grapefruit seed extract.

[JPM]

I've used this product and love it. Never thought I would use a mask, but I'm a convert now.

[SRock]

I've used this product and love it. Never thought I would use a mask, but I'm a convert now.

I suspect many feel this way. I never would have considered it until like many other AD's B&B pushed me over the edge. Now I'm hooked. My wife and I both use this product about 1x per week.

[JPM]

I suspect many feel this way. I never would have considered it until like many other AD's B&B pushed me over the edge. Now I'm hooked. My wife and I both use this product about 1x per week.

My wife and I are going to have a "mask night" this weekend. She's quite amused by my new found interest in such products.

[13ALPHA]

Nice, my wife saw me reading about this. Made fun of me for a second, but in all seriousness wants to try... (score!)

[sanuginz]

Yeah my wife uses it too. It's much cheaper than the stuff she buys in packets at the store. It works better, but without the foo foo smells women adore in products.

[SRock]

Yeah my wife uses it too. It's much cheaper than the stuff she buys in packets at the store. It works better, but without the foo foo smells women adore in products.


My wife and I are going to have a "mask night" this weekend. She's quite amused by my new found interest in such products.


Nice, my wife saw me reading about this. Made fun of me for a second, but in all seriousness wants to try... (score!)

No doubt! A lb of this stuff will last both my wife and I 10x as long as a 1 month supply of her previous foo foo crap and at less than 1/2 the cost. As goofy as it may seem it is one more thing we can do together and as far as our skin is concerned it pays dividends.

[heirkb]

This is good news. My wife and I both used it today and it only took 1T for both of us.

My skin feels great and I'll recommend this to anyone who'll listen. Great product and clearly it is great for the skin!

What exactly does the mask do? As in, what are the results that you notice after you are done? I'm pretty curious about getting some of this stuff

[Will P.C.]

I am going to place an order for this stuff in the next few days.

Does using the DaVinci water make a noticeable difference?

[SRock]

What exactly does the mask do? As in, what are the results that you notice after you are done? I'm pretty curious about getting some of this stuff

Clay has a very drawing effect. As it dries on your face it draws the oil and crud out of your skin leaving your face clean and healthy. I look at it as one more way to cleanse without exfoliating (since I get more than enough of that via great shave brushes).

[Gizmo]

Like most of you, I was quite skeptical about masking. I received my shipment last night and mixed a 1:1 ratio up with some filtered water and WOW! After 25 minutes, I rinsed off to a blood red face...to be expected, although my skin felt fine to the touch. A couple sprays of Davinci Water to tone and clean up, and everything was back to normal after 20 more minutes.

Now, I consider myself to have pretty good skin already, but this stuff is like night and day difference. This morning, I noticed several blemishes gone, my usually-oily nose was cleared up, and generally my skin feels smooth and relaxed. Went with a full Musgo shave with my Slant...WOW. Not only is this clay great for your skin, the skin improvements do wonders for your shaves. The only way I can describe these results is "confidence-inducing."

:thumbup:

[JPM]

I love the stuff. I'll be using it again tonight. I mix mine with DaVinci water.

[Pioneer]

Ok guys, now you're making me want to spend more money. Again. Shoot...gotta love B&B!

[endcycle]

just used it tonight in fact. it's become part of my normal sunday, in fact. :)

thinking it might have to become part of my Wednesday as well... hm.

[tsmba]

I have used it for 6-8mos and grown to love it....especially given the condition of my skin since starting the treatments. I used DaVinci water for a long time and, while I like the smell, I cannot say that it offers any benefits over mixing the clay with water.

[jacketsfanatic]

I was talking to my wife last night about her fancy mask that comes in 1 oz. containers. After picking myself up off the floor from her telling me what she pays for it with her professional discount I told her about the mask from QED. I didn't see where any women were using this product. Is there any reason why my wife couldn't use this product as well? I would be a hero if this works for her as well as what she currently uses :thumbup1:

[JPM]

I was talking to my wife last night about her fancy mask that comes in 1 oz. containers. After picking myself up off the floor from her telling me what she pays for it with her professional discount I told her about the mask from QED. I didn't see where any women were using this product. Is there any reason why my wife couldn't use this product as well? I would be a hero if this works for her as well as what she currently uses :thumbup1:

My wife has used it with good results.

[Gunky]

does regular water from the bathroom sink defeat the purpose of detoxing the skin?

[stripec30]

I always end up adding rose scented Thayers; can't justify spending the extra cash on davinci water yet.

[tsmba]

I believe tap water is just fine....that is what I use!

[Rudy Vey]

I believe tap water is just fine....that is what I use!

I believe so, too - although my two last batches were made up with Rosewater I got from my local Indian grocery store - it is very cheaply priced. In the last batch I also mixed in some Aloe Vera juice....this one is very nice. I also mixed some Rhassoul clay with the green clay, maybe 1:5. I think the Rhassoul has more "pulling" power to clean pores.

[sanuginz]

I was talking to my wife last night about her fancy mask that comes in 1 oz. containers. After picking myself up off the floor from her telling me what she pays for it with her professional discount I told her about the mask from QED. I didn't see where any women were using this product. Is there any reason why my wife couldn't use this product as well? I would be a hero if this works for her as well as what she currently uses :thumbup1:

My swmbo uses this more than I do. At first I had to point out that ingredient list on the back of the packaged stuff from the store had similar ingredients. They charge $2.50 per use packet. All the ingredients were some water, green clay, preservatives/chemicals, and fragrance. So I suggested to her to add some water herself and save a bundle.

[LetheAren]

I've been using the QED clay once a week for maybe a month or so? Overall very pleased with the feeling it leaves afterwards, and my skin doesn't feel either oily or dry, just nice and soft. However... I've noticed that I've started breaking out more in the past month than I have in years... the only real change in my lifestyle / routine is the clay.

Has anyone else had any issues with break outs?

If it matters, I use tap water. I leave it on for about 30-45 minutes, then rinse it off in a warm shower.

[Rudy Vey]

I've been using the QED clay once a week for maybe a month or so? Overall very pleased with the feeling it leaves afterwards, and my skin doesn't feel either oily or dry, just nice and soft. However... I've noticed that I've started breaking out more in the past month than I have in years... the only real change in my lifestyle / routine is the clay.

Has anyone else had any issues with break outs?

If it matters, I use tap water. I leave it on for about 30-45 minutes, then rinse it off in a warm shower.

No, I have not observed this, more like the opposite. I am having Rosecea on my nose and I was using three different creams and ointments daily my dermatologist had given me. Since I use the clay once a week, I do have hardly any outbreaks anymore and have pretty much stopped using the creams. My doctor is happy how this has developed, the next meeting I have with him I will tell him about the clay mask and ask his opinion about it. Seems to work for me.

[insomniac]

What is the clay/water proportion you are using?

I've tried what QED recommends (1T clay/1.25T water/hydrosols) and the mix seems pretty 'dry.' Makes it a bit difficult to apply. (And also to remove, I end up taking a shower.)

Am I not using enough liquid?

[LetheAren]

Maybe my bad diet is just catching up to me :P I'm fixing that, so hopefully the break out is related to that and will clear up soon.

As for proportions, I use 1 tablespoon clay to 1.5 tablespoons water. After mixing very well, that gives me a pretty nice spreadable consistency.

[Verderer]

Hm, locally I could buy Sicilian green clay under the brand Argital. Should be the same stuff more or less?

[Verderer]

Hm, locally I could buy Sicilian green clay under the brand Argital. Should be the same stuff more or less?

Answering to myself here, but I ordered a bag of this green clay by Argital. As I said it's made from Sicilian clay, and says it's for face mask, poultices and plasters, hand and foot baths etc. The Rest is in Italian, so I am not really sure what it says. But it seems a similar product. Seein that it was locally available, and not too costly - 1 kg bag was around 11 euros - I will try it out as well. I have somewaht problematic facial skin, so this should be useful. I will let you guys know how it goes. :wink2:

Says on the bag it's 100% natural product and NOT gamma-radiated. I should hope so!:scared:

[Dougger]

I am patiently waiting on my green clay to arrive. I found it here for $8 a pound and they have lavender water as well. http://www.snowdriftfarm.com/clays_and_minerals.html

[insomniac]

As for proportions, I use 1 tablespoon clay to 1.5 tablespoons water. After mixing very well, that gives me a pretty nice spreadable consistency.

Thanks. Being a bit more generous with water helped make it easier to spread. :thumbup:

[Matt S]

Was about to place my order after seeing this thread, until I saw a thread about QED soaps. I was about to tack a container of lime soap onto my order and found it was out of stock. Sent an email about when it will come back. I for one, had no problem finding items to add to the order. At least I was able to swap out the CF Limes I had in my cart for a Salters Citrus to save money. I looked at some of the other sites and the shipping was no cheaper. In fact the snowdriftfarm site said it would charge me for shipping 3 lbs. I only put 1 16oz container of clay in my cart. Are they shipping the clay with bricks in the box?

Until then, I saw the question asked once in the thread, but never saw an answer. Can anyone with somewhat troublesome acne say anything about benefits/downsides to using the clay? I am on sort of "on tilt" towards face products right now, spending a lot of time trying to find a new product to use after the past month or so of acne. Work is too busy to get to the dermatologist, so I figure I might try some of this clay in the mean time.

[insomniac]

Was about to place my order after seeing this thread, until I saw a thread about QED soaps. I was about to tack a container of lime soap onto my order and found it was out of stock.

He may have the lime shaving stick in stock; he did when I ordered. Got that instead.

[JPM]

Matt S, I have found that if I am having any skin issues, the clay cleans them up nicely. I've never had an issue with it irritating my skin.

[leeparmet]

I really must agee with all the positive reviews here. This stuff really leaves your skin looking and feeling great. It is the high point of my Friday.

~Lee Pamet

[Matt S]

Matt S, I have found that if I am having any skin issues, the clay cleans them up nicely. I've never had an issue with it irritating my skin.

Well I picked some up, and it should be here tomorrow or Thursday. Hopefully the clay cleans me up. Going to business meetings with a bunch of pimples on your forehead does very little for the confidence of someone who often is the junior man in the room. I rarely have any irritation other than the acne, my skin is pretty greasy so unless was going heavy with the Retin-A, it rarely gets dried out.

I actually also picked up a cheap face mask off drugstore.com which is apparently supposed to help with acne. It had a long, long list of excellent reviews, and for $3.99, I said why not. It is the Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask. I don't expect it to be as "extreme" as the green clay, but we'll see how it works out.

The drugstore.com order also gave me an excuse to tack on a couple pucks of VDH, one glycerin and one deluxe seeing as I never see the glycerin in stores and VDH is hardly worth shipping on its own.

[insomniac]

Resurrecting the thread because I resurrected my clay and Da Vinci hydrosol (http://www.qedusa.com/qedman-qedman-organic-hydrosols-p-85.html).

I'm not a big lavender or rose fan, but the two together smell good :001_smile

[daitmart]

sorry if this has been answerd before but i was trying for ags to find answer and gave u haha.
Does anyone use just normal french clay. I have found some cheap on ebay. I live in ireland and i emailed qed and its costing a bomb to get the stuff shipped over. Really want to try it but ust not in y budget to pay that much for shipping.

any suggestions
Thanks

[Hippie Kai Yay]

Was looking through some older threads and stumbled upon this. Got to say, mighty glad I did, as this is some interesting stuff. Ordered some from QED and eagerly anticipating its arrival. Too bad the hydrosols are not sold during the cooler months, so bottled mineral water seems like the next best thing that is considered "basic"... :glare: