MEJS Bentonite Clay 150g

"Bentonite clay carries a strong negative charge which bonds to the positive charge in many toxins. When it comes in contact with a toxin, chemical, or heavy metal, the clay will absorb the toxin and release it’s minerals for the body to use.

Bentonite clay is a common ingredient in detox and cleansing products. 

• Detoxification
• Regenerates skin tissue
• Helps with acne (prevents breakouts and helps clear up blemishes)
• Minimizes pores
• Prevents blackheads
• Reduces appearance of scars
• Evens out skin tone
• Softens skin

Healing clays like Bentonite have a high concentration of minerals including silica, calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, and potassium.

"Important Notes: Do not let healing clays like Bentonite come in to contact with anything metal, as this will reduce the effectiveness. I mix with water in a glass jar with a plastic lid by shaking well or using a plastic whisk. If you take it internally, do not take within an hour of food for best results and do not take within 2 hours of medications or supplements as it might reduce their effectiveness. Check with your doctor before using if you have any medical condition.

• On the Skin: Externally, I apply a paste of bentonite clay and water on any skin irritation like blemishes, insect bites, cuts, skin itching, or burns. I leave it on until it dries and wash off. This is said to be especially calming to skin itching from eczema, psoriasis, chicken pox, etc.
• Skin Poultice for Bites/Burns/Cuts/Stings: For more severe issues, I create a poultice by putting a thick layer of clay on the skin and applying a wet gauze or cloth over it. I wrap the area and leave the poultice on, changing every 2 hours.
• Face Mask: For smooth and healthy skin, I make a paste of bentonite and water and apply to my face as a mask (a similar mask is used in many spas). I leave on for 20 minutes and wash off. I typically do this once or twice a week.
• Detox Bath: I sometimes add about 1/4 cup of Bentonite Clay to a bath for a relaxing detox bath that softens skin.
• For Baby Powder: Plain Bentonite Clay makes a very soothing baby powder for use when there is infection or redness. It can also be made into a clay “mask” to help speed recovery in this area."

Bentonite Powder

Best stored in a cool dark place away from direct light or heat.

Keep all products out of reach of children.

"If you have one of these pain points, try out this simple, DIY mask. For most people, especially those with a drier complexion, once a week is ample. For people with oilier complexions, you can experiment with more frequent applications.

DIY Bentonite Clay Mask

Ingredients

1 tsp. bentonite clay

1 tsp. water or apple cider vinegar (apple cider vinegar is more effective for blemishes)

Optional: A cup or bowl and a spoon for mixing (or just use your hands)

Directions:

• Mix together ingredients until they form a paste consistency. You can adjust to be thinner or thicker by adding more liquid or clay.
• Apply the bentonite clay mask to your face, avoiding the eye area.
• Leave mask on for roughly 15 minutes.
• Rinse the mask off with water. You may have to use a sponge or washcloth to get the sticky bits off.

Tip: If you have sensitive skin, make the mask thinner and leave on for a shorter time frame."