{"product_id":"gezichtsmasker-bentoniet-klei","title":"Bentonite clay mask","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBentonite Clay Mask – The Deepest Cleanse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite clay is the most powerful deep cleanser in our clay range. What makes this clay unique is a property that no other clay type has: \u003cstrong\u003ebentonite swells upon contact with water\u003c\/strong\u003e. The clay expands to many times its original volume, allowing it to penetrate deeper into the pores than other types of clay. The result is an intensive, deep cleanse that pulls impurities, excess sebum, and accumulated dirt out of the pores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003e€7.95\u003c\/strong\u003e, you receive a tin containing 90 grams of clay powder, enough for multiple masks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is bentonite clay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite clay is a volcanic clay formed from weathered volcanic ash. The name refers to Fort Benton in Montana (USA), where it was first mined commercially. The mineral, Bentonite Clay, belongs to the smectite group and is known for one special property: \u003cstrong\u003eit absorbs water, swelling to 12 to 15 times its own volume\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis swelling property is why bentonite is so effective at cleansing. As the clay swells, impurities and sebum build-ups are essentially \"\u003cstrong\u003elifted\u003c\/strong\u003e\" out of the pores and brought to the skin's surface. This reaches deeper than other types of clay that only absorb at the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the same time, this swelling property gives bentonite a firmer, clumpier texture than, for example, kaolin or red clay. This is normal; it just requires a different mixing technique (see below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does bentonite clay do for your skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟫 Deep pore cleansing\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the core benefit of bentonite. While green clay absorbs excess sebum at the surface, bentonite penetrates deeper into the pores thanks to its swelling property. It draws accumulated dirt, dead skin cells, and sebum plugs to the surface. Customers confirm the result: \u003cem\u003e\"clean and nicely soft skin\"\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\"my skin is smooth and glowing after use\"\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟫 High absorption capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e Of all the clay types in our range, bentonite has the highest absorption capacity. It mops up excess sebum like a sponge, leaving your skin feeling less shiny and oily immediately after the mask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟫 Helps with stubborn impurities\u003c\/strong\u003e One reviewer notes that \u003cem\u003e\"a fat bump seems to become smaller after use\"\u003c\/em\u003e. Bentonite is indeed the clay most suitable for stubborn, deeper-seated impurities that do not disappear with milder clay types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟫 Refines skin texture\u003c\/strong\u003e By cleaning the pores from the inside out and removing the top layer of dead skin cells, the skin feels smoother and softer after a bentonite mask. With regular use (\u003cstrong\u003emaximum 1x per week\u003c\/strong\u003e), skin texture becomes noticeably finer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: bentonite clay is powerful\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike green clay, bentonite is a strong type of clay. Use it with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eMaximum 1x per week.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bentonite is intensive. Using it more often can irritate the skin and actually increase sebum production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for sensitive or dry skin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its strong absorption can further dry out dry skin. In that case, choose our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kleimasker-white-kaolin\"\u003eWhite Kaolin\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eDo not let the mask dry completely.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse it off as soon as it starts to tighten, after 10 to 15 minutes, or sooner if it feels tight. A fully hardened mask can cause irritation and redness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eTest first.\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a small amount of prepared clay to the inside of your wrist. Wait 15 minutes. Does your skin not react? Then you can safely use it on your face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe clumping question: how do you mix bentonite properly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo common questions from reviews are: \u003cem\u003e\"it clumps\"\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\"difficult to spread\"\u003c\/em\u003e. This is normal; bentonite clumps more than other clays precisely because it absorbs water so strongly. Here is the solution:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart with the clay, not the water.\u003c\/strong\u003e First, put a teaspoon of clay powder in a small bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd water drop by drop.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not all at once. Stir after every few drops. Bentonite needs time to absorb the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse lukewarm water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm water is absorbed faster than cold water, which reduces clumping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet the mixture sit for 1-2 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e after stirring. Bentonite swells and will naturally become smoother if allowed to rest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse a wooden or plastic spoon.\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal can react with the minerals in the clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003ePro-tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix bentonite with apple cider vinegar instead of water. The vinegar has a low pH that activates the clay better and results in a smoother paste. Use a 1:1 ratio (clay:vinegar).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this clay mask for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite clay is the ideal choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOily skin\u003c\/strong\u003e with excessive sebum production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin with stubborn impurities\u003c\/strong\u003e that do not disappear with milder clay types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eClogged pores and blackheads\u003c\/strong\u003e that need a deeper clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThose who already have experience with clay masks\u003c\/strong\u003e and are looking for a more intensive variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot the right choice for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive or dry skin, choose \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kleimasker-white-kaolin\"\u003eWhite Kaolin\u003c\/a\u003e. Normal skin wanting a milder cleanse, choose \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kleimasker-groen\"\u003eGreen Clay\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kleimasker-rood\"\u003eRed Clay\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBentonite vs Green Clay — what is the difference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are powerful cleansers for oily and impure skin. But they work differently:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟫 Bentonite\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; Swells and penetrates deeper into the pores. Highest absorption capacity. For stubborn, deeper-seated impurities. Clumpier in texture, requires more careful mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🟢 \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kleimasker-groen\"\u003eGreen Clay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt; Absorbs sebum at the skin's surface. Tackles superficial impurities and blackheads. Smoother in texture, easier to apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eRule of thumb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with green clay. If your skin reacts well but you notice that the impurities do not disappear completely, switch to bentonite for a deeper cleanse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix\u003c\/strong\u003e a teaspoon of clay powder drop by drop with lukewarm water (or apple cider vinegar) to create a smooth paste. See mixing tips above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply\u003c\/strong\u003e a thin, even layer to your face. Avoid the eyes and lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet\u003c\/strong\u003e the mask work for 10 to 15 minutes. \u003cstrong\u003eRinse off before it dries completely.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse\u003c\/strong\u003e off with lukewarm water and pat your face dry with a clean towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply\u003c\/strong\u003e a hydrating day or night cream afterward. Your skin will now absorb the care better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly scrub your skin before the mask. A reviewer confirms that this enhances the effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% natural and pure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clay mask contains \u003cstrong\u003eexclusively\u003c\/strong\u003e clay powder, \u003cstrong\u003eno perfume, no preservatives, no artificial additives\u003c\/strong\u003e. The ingredient is Bentonite Clay. Nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tin is reusable and contains 90 grams of clay powder, enough for multiple masks. Plastic-free, like everything at Beesha.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beesha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58093265781067,"sku":"7301","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/7379\/6939\/files\/bentoniet-klei.png?v=1787065668","url":"https:\/\/beesha.nl\/en\/products\/gezichtsmasker-bentoniet-klei","provider":"Beesha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}