The past two weeks we have spent an exorbitant amount of time discussing different clay face mask types, and the many advantages of these different masks. This week we’re going to talk about a popular ingredient for a lot of those clay face masks: bentonite.

Of course, we know bentonite for its cosmetic purposes. A common ingredient in organic soaps, shampoos, calamine lotions, creams and even lipsticks, bentonite is the main common ingredient for a very effective clay face mask. Like any clay mask, a bentonite clay mask removes oils, dirt, toxins and dead membrane cells from the skin while simultaneously unclogging pores. However, one advantage bentonite has over your average clay face mask is it reduces blemishes and contains both anti-inflammatory and anti-infection properties. These healing properties give bentonite clay face masks an advantage over your typical green clay mask.

However, here is just a sample of the many other uses for bentonite:

• Due to its unique rheological properties, betonite clay is often useful for drilling, as well as geotechnical engineering.
• Bentonite is also a common ingredient in ceramic bodies and adhesives like cement, and can also be found in  a high number of kitty litters.
• Taken orally, bentonite is often prescribed by doctors for patients in need of a strong laxative. Bentonite is a commonly-used colon cleanser.

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