Essentially Natural Diatomaceous Earth - Food Safe
Essentially Natural Diatomaceous Earth - Food Safe
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Essentially Natural Diatomaceous Earth - Food Safe is a premium grade, amorphous diatomaceous earth powder valued for its high silica content and fine texture. It is offered as a food safe grade for personal use and is also widely used in DIY personal care such as toothpastes and exfoliating scrubs. The powder is tasteless and does not dissolve in water, which is normal for this material. It is packaged in resealable food-grade paper pouches for practical storage.
Our Diatomaceous earth is available in two different grades: Food Safe (safe for consumption) and Utility Grade (can be used around the home or garden).
Key properties
- Ingredient Name: Diatomaceous Earth
- Grade: Premium Grade, Food Safe
- Form: Fine powder
- Features: 100% natural, sun-dried, highly purified
- Packaging: Food-grade resealable paper pouches
- Size Options: 200g, 500g or 1kg
What it’s used for
- Make DIY toothpastes and tooth powders
- Add gentle physical exfoliation to scrubs and polishes
- Use in household applications where a dry mineral powder is needed
- Use in pet care routines as directed for household purposes
- Use as a food safe ingredient for personal use in small amounts
This product is commonly used to:
Who it’s for
- DIY makers creating toothpastes, scrubs, and polishes
- Customers wanting a food safe grade for personal use
- Home users looking for a versatile mineral powder ingredient
- Makers who prefer simple, single-ingredient products
- Products intended for ingestion and resale to the public without appropriate compliance
- Anyone wanting a powder that dissolves smoothly in water
- People who prefer pre-made personal care products rather than an ingredient
This product is suitable for:
This product is not for:
How to use
- As a Toothpaste Additive: Blend into tooth powders or pastes at a level that feels comfortable on teeth.
- As a Skin Exfoliant: Mix into a scrub base and massage gently on damp skin, then rinse well.
- As a Household Ingredient: Use as part of suitable home recipes where a mineral powder is required.
Processing Tip: Mix thoroughly to reduce airborne dust and keep moisture out of the pouch.
Safety instructions
- Avoid inhaling dust, handle gently and keep the container closed between uses.
- For external use in DIY personal care and household use.
- Keep well sealed and store away from moisture, sunlight, and heat.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional guidance before use.
Faqs
Q: Why does it feel gritty in water?
A: Diatomaceous earth does not dissolve in water, so a fine residue is normal.
Q: Is this the same as utility grade diatomaceous earth?
A: No, this is a food safe grade intended for personal use, utility grade is intended for household and garden
applications.
Q: Can I use it in a face scrub?
A: It can be used for exfoliation, but use a very gentle touch and choose fine textures for delicate areas.

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