RHASSOUL MOROCCAN CLAY
Derived from ancient volcanic rocks & ash in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, Rhassoul Clay is known by many names including Ghassoul Clay, Moroccan Lava Clay and Moroccan Red Clay. Its first known use dates back to the 13th century where it was utilized during hammam rituals and in beauty routines due to its natural cleansing and purifying properties.
With natural detergent properties, it makes for the perfect natural cleanser when used in conjunction with plain or floral water. In fact, the term “ghassoul” comes from the Arabic word that means “wash”
Rich in minerals such as silica, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, iron, sodium and potassium, Rhassoul Clay is believed to contain the largest variety of minerals in the clay family. The natural properties in these minerals have seen amazing benefits when it comes to skin and hair care.
- Its mineral properties work to draw out and remove excess oils, dead skin cells, toxins, and impurities from deep within the skin.
- Rhassoul Clay can aid in skin detoxification, rejuvenation and toning.
- It has seen positive benefits when it comes to reducing blemishes and blackheads, improving skin tone and hydrating dry skin.
- The magnesium and calcium content within this clay have shown to help support healthy skin barrier renewal.
How to use it:
Face and Body Mask:
Mix with equal amount of water to create a clay paste. Apply to the face or body and leave for about 10 minutes (or until partially dry). Gently rinse off and finish with a good moisturiser or face serum.
- Scalp Treatment: To help combat oily hair, try combining 1tbsp with 2-3tbsp water to make a thin mixture (add more water as needed). Apply and massage it into your scalp and leave for 5-10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and shampoo afterwards if desired.
- Mineral bath: Add 1/2 cup of Rhassoul Clay to a bath of warm water, to soothe sunburned or irritated skin, relieve arthritis or muscle pains, and reduce stress.