Escentia African Green (Bentonite) Clay

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Escentia African Green (Bentonite) Clay is a mineral-rich cosmetic clay used in face masks, body treatments and scalp applications where a deep-cleansing, oil-absorbing effect is wanted. This fine green powder is valued for helping lift excess oil and impurities from the skin, making it especially popular in rinse-off products for oily, combination and congestion-prone skin. Bentonite clay swells when mixed with water, creating a smooth paste for masks and clay packs.

♡ Why we love it: A good clay is one of those simple ingredients that does a lot with very little. This one is wonderfully versatile for masks, cleansing treatments and mineral-rich blends, bringing an earthy, back-to-basics feel to natural skincare.

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Key properties

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

What it's used for

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

Who it's for

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

How to use

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.

Safety instructions

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

Faqs

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.

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