Bentonite clay became one of the most popular clays due to its many benefits. It is a natural clay that forms into a paste when mixed with liquids, many people use this paste to treat acne and even skin condition symptoms like rashes. It is also used as a hair mask for hair growth and it is even taken internally to detoxify the body.
What Is Bentonite Clay?
Bentonite clay is a natural mud like substance derived from volcanic ash. It has a fine and soft texture and when mixed with water or other liquids it forms into a paste. This paste can be used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. It has been used for years to soothe acne and rashes, people also use it as a hair mask to promote hair growth.
When you use bentonite clay on your skin, you will feel and see the results immediately. Here are the many benefits of bentonite clay for skin:
Benefits Of Bentonite Clay
- Treats and prevents acne
- Helps balance oils
- Unclogs pores
- Gently exfoliates
- Brightens the skin
- Fades away scars
- Fades away dark spots
- Evens out skin tone
- Helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles
- Detoxifies your skin
- Protects your skin from sun damage
- Protects your skin from cancer
- Gets rid of puffy eyes and dark circles
- Helps ward off the effects of pollution
- Soothes the skin
- Combats inflammation
- Helps with collagen reproduction
Not only does bentonite clay remove impurities from the pores, bentonite also releases minerals that are extremely beneficial for the skin. Those minerals include silica, calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, potassium and more.
Bentonite clay also pulls oxygen into the skin cells which is amazing because more oxygen means you will have better blood circulation, a more hydrated complexion, and skin that looks more alive.
How To Include Bentonite Clay In Your Skin Care Routine?
A very effective way to use bentonite clay is by applying it on your face as a face mask. You can mix bentonite with other natural ingredients like activated charcoal and matcha green tea for even better results. Together these ingredients will cleanse and detoxify the skin without stripping it from its natural oils.
Like bentonite clay, activated charcoal also helps detoxify the skin. They’re very similar because they’re both negatively charged powders which means that they attract unwanted positively charged toxins and chemicals from the skin.
Green tea matcha powder will also helps remove excess oils from your skin, and it will eliminate bacteria that usually leads to acne. It even moisturizes your skin, helps protect it from cancer and helps fade away blemishes.
Bentonite Clay Mask To Try
Many of the masks that are being sold today contain tons of chemicals and preservatives to extend their shelf life. These chemicals are extremely harmful and are linked to negative effects on the human body. If you’re like us and like to avoid harmful ingredients on your skin at all costs, then we recommend our Veenourish Detox Face Mask.
This mask is 100% natural and contains bentonite clay plus other natural ingredients to help protect, heal and cleanse your skin from impurities. All you have to do is mix the desired amount with apple cider vinegar and/ or water until you create a paste.
You can also add other natural ingredients to the mask like honey, essential oils and aloe vera. Apply the mask and wait 10-15 minutes then rinse it off. You can use this mask 1-2 times a week.
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