Bentonite Powder / Clay Powder

Bentonite, also known as montmorillonite or fuller’s earth, is a natural clay that’s used as a facial mask to help remove impurities, excess oil, and dirt, resulting in healthy skin that’s clean and clear of harmful debris. Historically used to maintain healthy skin tone and texture due to its high content of trace minerals, Bentonite Powder can also be used as a body mask to help dry up excess oil and remove impurities from other potential problem areas besides the face. Clays are a popular feature at many health spas today, and are widely used as a natural means to promote healthy, youthful-looking skin. This product should not be used on sensitive areas of the body.

Bentonite clay is a natural clay with a fine, soft texture that forms a paste when mixed with water. Some people use this paste for medical or cosmetic purposes, including treating rashes and acne.

The following list looks at the potential benefits of bentonite clay.

• Removing toxins from the body
• Treating oily skin and acne - Bentonite clay’s adsorbent qualities may help to reduce oiliness in the skin and acne. The clay may help remove sebum, or oil, from the skin’s surface, and it may have a calming effect on inflamed breakouts.

How to use

Some commercial facial masks contain clays, including bentonite, which people can use. People can also make a bentonite mask at home.

To do this, mix bentonite clay powder with water to make a thick paste. Apply to the areas of skin that are prone to oil or acne. Leave the mask on for 20 minutes and rinse thoroughly. Repeat two or three times per week.