French Argelitz Green Clay (Superfine Illite)

This lovely soft superfine clay is ideal for sensitive skin and can be used in cosmetics and bodycare products.

One of its main properties is Tissue Firming particularly for the bust, thighs, stomach and upper arms. Skin softening.

Apply as an all over mask for a pampering treat.

Simple Face Mask for Sensitive Skin

1. Blend 1 heaped teaspoon green clay with 2 teaspoons water in a glass, porcelain or stainless steel container.
2. Mix it into a smooth paste and apply a thin layer to a clean damp face.
3. Leave on for approximately 15 minutes, however do not let the mask dry out on your skin.
4. Rinse off with warm water.
5. Alternatives to water are floral waters, fruit and vegetable juices, herbal infusions, aloe vera and yoghurt. A small aomount of vegetable oil may be added to prevent the mask from drying out.

Essential oils ideal for sensitive skin are German Chamomile (blue chamomile), Everlasting, Geranium, Lavender and Neroli (orange blossom).

For a body mask, increase the quantities to cover the areas that the mask is being applied to..

I use it as an ingredient in my foundation formulations.  Can also be used in cosmetics for a matte finish.

Usage levels:

• 5 - 40% in masks
• Blend into the product when cool
• Homogenisation is recommended

Incompatibilities:

• Dissolves in highly acidic and highly alkaline solutions. 
• When buying in larger quantities, we recommend you use a plastic spoon to measure out and mix your clay in a glass or plastic bowl.

This item is constantly replenished as this is a key ingredient in our cosmetic bases. 

Note: In late 2018 the mine extracting the Australian pink clay was closed due to exhausting the natural clay desposits. In order to maintain supply of the same specification product New Directions commenced manufacturing the pink clay from Australian mined kaolin and Iron oxide pigment. This produces a clay with the same characteristics and chemistry and the original product but via a slightly different process.