Escentia African Green Bentonite Clay - 1KG

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Escentia African Green (Bentonite) Clay is a mineral-rich cosmetic clay used in face masks, body treatments and scalp applications where a deep-cleansing, oil-absorbing effect is wanted. This fine green powder is valued for helping lift excess oil and impurities from the skin, making it especially popular in rinse-off products for oily, combination and congestion-prone skin.

Bentonite clay swells when mixed with water, creating a smooth paste for masks and clay packs. Why we love it: A good clay is one of those simple ingredients that does a lot with very little. This one is wonderfully versatile for masks, cleansing treatments and mineral-rich blends, bringing an earthy, back-to-basics feel to natural skincare.

Key Properties INCI Name: Bentonite Form: Fine powder Appearance: Green clay powder Solubility: Dispersible in water, not oil soluble Aroma: Mild, earthy scent Suitable For: Cosmetic use Profile: Oil-absorbing, mineral-rich clay for rinse-off treatments Suitable For: Face Masks, Clay Cleansers, Body Masks, Scalp Masks, Clay Packs And Powder Blends Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture What It's Used For Face masks for oily, combination or congestion-prone skin Clay cleansers and rinse-off treatments Body masks and clay packs Scalp masks for oily-feeling roots Mineral-rich treatments to help absorb excess sebum Powder blends with other clays, botanical powders or soothing gel bases DIY rinse-off skincare formulations Who It's For This Product Is For: Formulators making masks and clay-based skin treatments Makers creating products for oily, combination or shine-prone skin DIY skincare enthusiasts working with powdered mineral ingredients Rinse-off face, body and scalp applications This Product Is Not For: Use as a ready-to-use finished product without mixing Very dry or easily sensitised skin without balancing ingredients Eye area application Internal use Broken or very irritated skin Oil-only formulations where the clay cannot properly disperse How To Use As a Face Mask: Mix with water, hydrosol or aloe vera gel to form a smooth paste, apply to clean skin, then rinse off before the mask fully dries.

As a Body Mask: Blend with water or a suitable gel base and apply to areas where a purifying treatment is wanted. As a Scalp Mask: Mix into a paste and apply before shampooing, then rinse thoroughly. In Powder Blends: Combine with other clays, botanical powders or soothing ingredients to tailor the mask feel.

Processing Tip: Add liquid gradually to avoid lumps and achieve the texture you want. Handling Tip: Use non-metal utensils where preferred when preparing clay masks by hand. Safety Instructions For external use only Do not ingest Avoid contact with eyes Patch test before first use Do not use on broken or very irritated skin Do not allow clay masks to become uncomfortably dry on skin Discontinue use if irritation occurs Store tightly sealed away from moisture Keep out of reach of children and pets FAQs Q: Is this clay ready to use straight from the pack?

A: No, it is a powdered cosmetic ingredient and needs to be mixed into a paste or formulation before use. Q: What skin types is it best suited to? A: It is especially popular for oily, combination and congestion-prone skin because of its strong oil-absorbing feel. Q: Can I mix it with more than just water?

A: Yes, it can be mixed with aloe vera gel, hydrosols or other suitable mask ingredients. Q: Should I let the mask dry completely? A: Many people prefer to rinse clay masks off before they become overly dry to keep the treatment more comfortable.