The use of clay is very old, probably for millennia, by all civilizations. Green clay remains the best known of all clays. These fabulous absorbent and adsorbent properties are highly sought after.

Green clay can be used internally or externally. We will limit ourselves to its cosmetic use to maintain your skin or relieve daily pain, but you will find many books to enrich your knowledge on the subject.

Easy to use and inexpensive, green clay can purify, cleanse, tone and soften any type of skin.

Green clay is remineralizing, regenerating weakened areas and revitalising. It is very efficient and of all the clays, it is the most versatile.

Crushed green clay must be in contact with water for 2 hours to melt before application. It will then be placed either directly on the epidermis, or with the help of a cloth. The duration of its application will be 1 to 2 hours or all night for some people, provided that it retains its initial humidity (with a plastic film for example).

+ Soothing action on the body and skin
+ Its crushed grain size is ideal for making plasters and relieving the joints.
+ Rich in minerals and trace elements
+ anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, antiparasitic, healing and antihaemorrhagic, with adsorbent and covering power, antiserotonin.
+ Helps soothe joint or muscle pain, body aches, sunburn, minor injuries and burns, etc.
+ Helps reduce bruises, sprains, hematomas, strains, oedemas, etc.
+ Product respecting the Argiletz nature quality charter

Preparation of the dough : Pour the necessary quantity of crushed green clay into a large bowl, then cover with spring or sea water (2 cm above the pieces). Allow the clay time to absorb the water for 2 hours. Mix to obtain a very smooth paste, then apply and leave on for 1 to 2 hours, or even overnight, provided you cover it with plastic film to retain its initial humidity.

Preparation of a plaster : Apply 1 to 2 cm of clay directly to the sensitive area and leave to act for 1 to 2 hours.

Preparation of a poultice : Place 2 cm of green clay paste on a fine cloth. Fold the 4 corners. Apply this plaster directly to the desired area. Secure with tape.

Against the acne : make a thick poultice using a clay paste on targeted areas every day for 5 minutes. You can complete this use with a complete mask for 15 minutes, once a week.

Against the oily skin : make a clay paste to apply directly to the skin as a mask, once a week for 15 minutes. You can add 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil to your preparation.

Against rheumatism : apply a hot clay poultice to painful areas. You can renew this application each evening until improvement. If the area is swollen and inflamed, prefer a cold clay poultice.

Against a wound or a burn : place a compress on the affected area then apply a cold poultice about 2 to 3 cm thick. After 1 hour, wash cleanly then renew the poultice 2 to 3 times a day.

- To prepare green clay, you should not use metal. Instead, prefer a wooden spatula and a glass dish, for example.

- The clay is not reusable, you must dispose of it after use.

- Do not let the clay dry on the skin, re-wetting if necessary.

Clay does not have an expiration date. However, it should be stored in the best conditions: Dry and protected from light. Fear the frost. In order to recharge it with active principles, it is advisable to expose the quantity of clay that one wishes to use to the sun for a few hours before use.

100% green illite clay, natural source of minerals.

The practice of medicinal clay requires precautions for use and can in no way replace the prescriptions of the medical profession. Do not forget to consult your doctor and take advice from your pharmacist.

• 100% natural
• Guaranteed sun-dried
• Without ionization
• Not tested on animals

Find out more about the Argiletz brand Precious earth rich in trace elements, it is with natural illite green clay that the Argiletz laboratory has been committed, for more than 70 years, to making known the remarkable virtues of clay. Clay is wonderful for the skin. Argiletz laboratories have selected a whole range of clays so that you can find the clay that best suits you to enjoy the benefits of its application as a beauty mask.

Made from 100% natural green, white, red, pink or yellow clay, Argiletz products use ingredients of natural and organic origin and are mostly Cosmebio certified by Ecocert.

With its expertise, Argiletz offers high quality products that are subject to rigorous scientific testing and controls. The clays used are naturally dried in the sun and do not undergo any ionization process.

Argiletz products are guaranteed free of preservatives, colorings and synthetic fragrances and free of petrochemical ingredients. They are not tested on animals.