Dead Sea Mud Masks

General Recipe:

1. Dead Sea Mud (30-50%): This is the key active ingredient in the mask. Dead Sea Mud is renowned for its high mineral content and its ability to cleanse and draw out impurities from the skin.

2. Water (40-60%): As the main solvent in the formula.

3. Emulsifier (2-6%): This could be a compound like cetearyl alcohol or glyceryl stearate, which helps the Dead Sea Mud mix evenly with the water.

4. Humectant (5-10%): This can be something like glycerin, which helps the skin to retain moisture and prevents the mask from being too drying.

5. Thickener (0.5-2%): A thickener such as xanthan gum can be used to give the mask a more consistent, spreadable texture.

6. Preservative (0.5-1.5%): A preservative like phenoxyethanol or ethylhexylglycerin can help to keep the product safe from microbial growth and extend its shelf life.

7. Additional Actives (0.1-5%): Depending on the desired properties of your mask, you might want to include additional beneficial ingredients. This could include antioxidants like vitamin E, soothing agents like aloe vera, or essential oils for fragrance and additional therapeutic benefits.