Bentonite Clay
Weathered volcanic ash beds
Traditionally used to support
Traditionally used to support clear skin and gentle external drawing masks and poultices.
How to make
Mixed with water into a paste for a 10-minute face or body mask, then rinsed with warm water.
Related symptoms
Pairs well with
Origin & tradition
Where it comes from
Volcanic ash deposits, notably Fort Benton, Wyoming, and beds worldwide.
How it’s been used through history
Healing clays appear across cultures — French green clay poultices, Moroccan rhassoul for hair and skin, and Indigenous American use of edible clay with bitter foods.
Caution
For external use in most traditions. Never mix in metal bowls, and avoid internal use without professional guidance.
Recipes with Bentonite Clay
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Mineral content varies by source. For educational use only. Consult healthcare provider.