Ghassoul brown clay powder 100g - Plantil

Clay is an exceptional product, whether for health, body care or hair care. This powder was already used in ancient times for its many benefits, particularly as a natural remedy. But let’s focus, in particular, on the’brown clay !

Clay in a nutshell!

It is a sedimentary rock and its colour varies depending on the minerals it contains (particularly iron oxide). The main minerals it consists of are silicate and alumina (silica and aluminium). It also contains trace elements such as iron, potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium.

Moreover, silica is an essential element for the proper functioning of the human body. It contributes to healthy skin and teeth, and helps strengthen ligaments and joints. But it also helps to strengthen nails, hair and bones. Ideally, it should be sun-dried, then filtered and aired.

Ghassoul, also known as brown clay

Le ghassoul or rhassoul comes from the Arabic word ghassala which means ‘to wash’. It is a brown clay which has exceptional cleansing properties! It originates from Morocco and comes from a unique deposit located on the edge of the Middle Atlas Mountains, 200 km south of the city of Fez.

It is one of the beauty treatments by women from the Maghreb for centuries. Thanks to its properties, it is beneficial for the skin, hair and general health alike. As a result, it can be used both internally and externally. It can also be very useful in the manufacture of cosmetics and household products.

The properties of brown clay in skincare

• Like all clays, it is absorbent, cleaning and purifying. It removes all impurities from the skin and hair.
• What’s more, it can be used as a scrub, as it exfoliates deeply without damaging the skin.
• Its absorbent properties help to regulate excess sebum, making it an ideal skincare product for oily and combination skin.
• It is also suitable for sensitive skin, as it cleanses gently and leaves the skin feeling soft.
• Suitable for all hair types, and particularly for oily or flaky scalps. It is, in fact, ideal for deep cleansing and getting rid of dandruff.

The health benefits of fine-grained ghassoul

L’clay water is highly recommended for preventing or even relieving food poisoning. You can also use it as a poultice for joint pain, ear infections, sore throats, infections, insect bites, ingrown hairs, etc.

Furthermore, it can be used in powder form to soothe irritation, help heal minor wounds, relieve eczema, and so on. This miracle powder It can even absorb heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, copper, etc. It can also absorb chemicals such as pesticides.

How do you use brown clay powder?

• In-house : It is strongly advised against in cases of constipation, bowel obstruction, hernia and high blood pressure. It may also counteract the effects of certain medicines. Furthermore, it is advisable to drink plenty of fluids whilst undergoing a course of treatment.
• Cataplasm : Never reuse a poultice that has already been used. Furthermore, you should avoid letting the clay dry out, as it will then be laden with toxins, impurities, bacteria, etc. That said, you can replace it after two hours if necessary.
• Cosmetics : you can use it as shampoo and toothpaste whether dry or damp, as a face or hair mask, talcum powder, etc. To do this, you can mix it with floral water, a vegetable oil, aloe vera…