Fuller's Earth, or fuller's earth, is a clay-like form of aluminum silicate that has been used for centuries for its natural ability to absorb dirt and oil. Today, it is used as an absorbent and thickening agent in many personal care products. Applied to the skin and scalp, Fuller's Earth provides a gentle exfoliation and helps remove dead skin and scales. Rhassoul clay is a brown clay found only in a valley in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. The term "rhassoul" comes from an Arabic word meaning "to wash." Sometimes called Moroccan red clay or ghassoul clay, rhassoul clay is a type of stevensite, a magnesium-rich clay that also contains other minerals and has been used as a cosmetic ingredient by various cultures for over a thousand years. Rhassoul clay is rich in metallic elements that carry a negative charge. This magnetic energy attracts and bonds with positively charged toxins, so when the clay is washed away, the toxins are said to be carried away with it. For this reason, rhassoul clay is used as a detoxifier for skin and hair. Rhassoul clay contains silica, a component of sand. It also contains natural silicon dioxide, which can act as an exfoliant and give hair a shiny sheen. Extracted from the Luffa Cylindrica plant (a relative of the cucumber), Luffa Cylindrica seed oil is rich in flavonoids, which make it a powerful antioxidant that, when applied topically, helps protect hair and skin from environmental damage. It is also a soothing emollient oil and is said to promote wound healing thanks to its high arginine content.
Fragrance: A natural fragrance
Skin feeling: Regenerated, even
Texture: A rich, creamy texture with fine exfoliating grains
Dosage: As needed
How to use: For the scalp: Apply to damp scalp and hair in the shower and massage gently from root to tip for at least 45 seconds. Rinse thoroughly.For the body: Apply to damp skin as an exfoliant before bathing or showering. Massage gently in circular motions to exfoliate dry skin. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry. To fully nourish the skin, follow with a body cream.
