Bentonite Clay, also called Indian Healing Clay, is naturally absorbent, gentle on the system, and used to treat skin and intestinal ailments by drawing out toxins.
It is excellent to use as a mud mask ingredient for younger skin and skin that tends to be oily and acne prone. (French Green Clay is better for mature skin.) It is also effective to mix it in water and drink it to relieve diarrhea and prevent nausea and upset stomachs.
Add Bergamot, Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Palmarosa, Rosemary, and/or Tea Tree essential oil(s), and other liquids and healing ingredients such as Lavender Hydrosol, kefir and avocado, to the clay for a deep-cleansing mask. For our mud mask recipe, please see the Aromatherapy Recipes page.
Do not use metal utensils. Use only wood or plastic utensils.
Did You Know...?
Bentonite Clay is the fifth item on Dr. Oz's list of "Medicine Cabinet Musts."
Read the article and watch the video on the Dr. Oz Show website here.