Info: Three Types Available
Bentonite (also called Fuller's Earth and montmorillonite) is a natural volcanic clay with absorptive properties, which makes it very useful for removing toxins. Rich in trace minerals, it can be a source of nutrients.
Info: Three Types Available
Bentonite (also called Fuller's Earth and montmorillonite) is a natural volcanic clay with absorptive properties, which makes it very useful for removing toxins. Rich in trace minerals, it can be a source of nutrients.
Product Notes:
Bentonite Clay Powder has commonly been used both internally for intestinal cleansing or detoxification programs, and externally/topically, but these types, and a similar type of clay powder from the Mediterranean, are only recommended for the latter.
When used as a facial mask – a "mud pack" – montmorillonite can not only draw away excess oil, dirt and impurities, but also nourish the skin, to help maintain healthy skin tone and texture. But it needn't stop there: there may be other problem areas on your body such as your neck or shoulders where Bentonite Powder can help sop up impurities and dry up excess oil. You don't need to go to health spa or spend a fortune to keep your skin looking youthful: just act NOW.
The green-coloured European clay powder was extracted manually from a quarry in Southern France, providing an exceptionally pure powder which readily mixes with water due to its high purity (contains no sand, quartz, etc.). It's intended for use in facial masks by those with normal, combination or oily skin in need of detoxification or wanting smaller pores: i.e., for most skin types. The mask will help remove debris from under the skin and draw out impurities from the pores, which will decrease pore size and improve skin tone.
NOW Mediterranean Red Clay Powder (which was formerly called Moroccan Red Clay Powder, as in the picture; the product label now varies in that respect) is from an all-natural clay that's well-absorbed and mixes easily with water or moisturizing oils. It's excellent for cleansing and purifying the face, especially for persons with sensitive skin. Applying it as a mask/masque will help draw impurities out of the pores and remove debris from under the skin, which can decrease the size of the pores and improve skin tone.
NOW Bentonite Clay Powder is mainly recommended for oily, problem skin in need of a strong clay mask to remove excess debris, build-up and dirt from pores, or for skin on other parts of the body needing impurities removed. Caution should be used in avoiding applying it to more sensitive areas.
Ingredients:
European Clay Powder: 100% Pure Montmorillonite (a natural mineral silicate, which contains Magnesium Smectites, Dolomite, Silica, and nine mineral oxides).
Mediterranean (formerly called Moroccan) Red Clay Powder: 100% pure Montmorillonite (a natural mineral silicate).
Bentonite Clay Powder (formerly known as NOW Bentonite Powder):
Bentonite Powder (Pure)
Suggested Usage:
European Clay Powder: For external use. For oily skin, mix 1 tablespoon with 1 tablespoon of cold water. For dry skin, add a few drops of NOW Jojoba Oil and/or NOW Lavender Essential Oil to the mix before applying. Thoroughly cover face and neck, avoiding sensitive areas and the eyes; allow to set for 15-20 minutes; rinse off, and apply moisturizer. Always do a test patch first when using essential oils.
Moroccan Clay Powder: For external use. Mix one tablespoon with one teaspoon of water. Thoroughly cover face and neck, avoiding sensitive areas and the eyes; allow to set for 15-20 minutes; rinse off; and apply moisturizer.
Bentonite Clay Powder: For external use only. NOW Solutions Clay Powder Should not be used on sensitive areas of the body. For oily skin, mix 1 tablespoon with one or more teaspoons of water to create a thick paste, and apply to the face and neck area, avoiding sensitive areas. Allow 15-20 minutes to dry, then rinse with warm water, pat dry, and apply a moisturizer immediately after. Use 1 to 2 times weekly to help maintain a healthy complexion. For problem areas on the body you may need to double the amount used, depending on the surface area that needs to be covered.
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