Fuller's Earth (Calcium Bentonite)
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Fuller's Earth (Calcium Bentonite) - Deep Cleansing Clay for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin
Fuller's Earth, also known as calcium bentonite, is a naturally occurring Moroccan clay prized for centuries for its exceptional ability to absorb excess oil and deeply purify the skin.
Key Benefits:
- Oil Absorption - Perfect for oily and combination skin, it helps balance sebum levels and prevent clogged pores
- Acne Treatment - Deep cleansing properties make it ideal for managing breakouts and blemishes
- Nappy Rash Relief - Can be used in place of talc to soothe and protect delicate skin
- Gentle Exfoliation - Removes impurities whilst leaving skin feeling soft and refreshed
How to Use:
Mix a small amount with water to form a smooth paste. Apply to cleansed skin, leave for 10-15 minutes until dry, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use 1-2 times weekly for best results.
For external /personal use only.
Embrace the natural power of Fuller's Earth to purify, balance and refresh your skin with this time-honoured beauty ritual.
I have a basic rule when preparing curries – onions, tomato, garlic, ginger, coriander, etc. There is something magical about spices. Some are said to be aphrodisiac! However, these spices have medicinal values not only in the tummy, but on the skin.
Did you realise that the humble tomato is a great source of Lycopene - the most common carotenoid in the human body and one of the most potent carotenoid antioxidants. Naturally acidic with a rich source of vitamin C, it helps to brighten up dull skin by absorbing excess oil. Garlic is great for infections, turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and coriander is a refreshing herb for the skin.
I often get asked for facial masques for oily problematic skin so I came up with this recipe which makes 200g of dry masque:
- 72g Sea clay
- 32g Fuller's earth
- 25g Kaolin
- 20g Tomato powder
- 20g Lemon powder
- 10g Coriander powder
- 10g Garlic powder
- 10g Turmeric
- 1g Tea tree essential oil
Mix all your dry ingredients and add the tea tree essential oil. Stir well to incorporate and store in an air-tight container. Content may settle so you would need to shake it before use to break up any clamps of clay mix.
To use: mix a tablespoon of the clay mix with enough warm water (or warm water + a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice; warm water + a tablespoon of fresh tomato juice (no UHT)) to make a thin paste – gently massage onto the face and leave to dry for 10 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. Use twice a week.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION MAY HELP THE READER UNDERSTAND HOW TO MIX CERTAIN INGREDIENTS FOR PERSONAL USE BUT IN NO WAY SHOULD THE ABOVE BE CONSTRUED AS CLAIMS MADE BY SHEABUTTER COTTAGE AS TO THEIR PERCEIVED MEDICAL BENEFITS. SHEABUTTER COTTAGE CAN NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SPECIFIC USE OF THIS AND DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY ARISING.
Which clay is suitable for you?
This is our recommendation but you will need to find the suitable one for your use ;)
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| FULLERS EARTH |
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| KAOLIN |
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| RHASSOUL |
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INCI: Calcium bentonite
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN : MOROCCO
The name is derived from its first use for fulling - an ancient process where 'Fullers' (cloth makers) used Fullers Earth to absorb and remove oil and dirt from wool so it could be made into cloth.
Known as Multani mitti in Hindi, fullers earth is a highly absorbent substance commonly used as a cleanser to absorb and remove all types of oil, dirt and grease.