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If you’re looking for a natural ingredient to deeply purify your skin, bentonite clay deserves your attention. Sourced from volcanic ash, this gray clay is a champion at absorbing excess oil and impurities. Its detoxifying power makes it a favorite in masks designed for oily, combination, or blemish-prone skin.
Let’s explore its origin and the multiple benefits that make bentonite a go-to for clearer, more balanced skin.
Bentonite is a natural volcanic clay formed from the breakdown of ash rich in montmorillonite. Its name comes from Fort Benton in Wyoming, USA, where it was first identified. Today, it's extracted around the world and used in both cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for its purifying and mineral-replenishing properties.
Bentonite acts like a sponge, soaking up oil on the skin’s surface without stripping or irritating.
Its negatively charged particles attract toxins, bacteria, and pollutants, offering a deep-cleansing effect.
By clearing out impurities, it refines skin texture and helps tighten enlarged pores.
It leaves skin clean, soft, and matte — without over-drying when properly formulated.
It also has soothing properties that help reduce inflammation from blemishes or irritation.
With its exceptional absorbent power, bentonite is ideal for purifying oily or combination skin without aggression.
Bentonite clay is especially recommended for:
Use with care: Avoid pure bentonite on dry or very sensitive skin unless blended with hydrating ingredients.
You’ll mainly find bentonite in:
Recommended use: 1 to 2 times per week depending on skin type.
PURIFY MASQUE 10Purifying and mattifying mask 10% Glycolic acid, 8% Kaolin, 4% Bentonite Cleanses the skin, absorbs excess sebum and eliminates dead cells. DISCOVER PURIFY MASQUE 10
10% Glycolic acid, 8% Kaolin, 4% Bentonite
Cleanses the skin, absorbs excess sebum and eliminates dead cells.
DISCOVER PURIFY MASQUE 10
Skin professionals recognize bentonite as a highly effective active in purifying treatments — particularly for detox cures or acne-prone care. In spas or dermatological centers, it’s often used in body wraps and “clear skin” facials.
Modern formulas combine it with moisturizing and calming agents to balance its powerful absorbency with skin comfort.
Bentonite is a powerful yet well-tolerated clay when used properly. With its absorbent, purifying, and balancing properties, it offers a natural solution for deep-cleansing the skin, tightening pores, and revealing a clear, matte complexion.