Escentia African Green (Bentonite) Clay

• 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

• 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

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

• 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.

• 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

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.