About Clays
There are a variety of clays types that can be found on the market. Quality and efficacy can vary greatly. Mine location, weather conditions and mineral breakdown are the key things to look for when quality is important to you. Our Clay range from the South of France offers the best on all these fronts.

Clays offer two key properties – Absorption Capacity and Ionic Exchange Power.
- Absorption Capacity is the clays ability to absorb liquids, much like a sponge. The quality of the minerals in the clay affects this.
- Ionic Exchange Power means that every type of clay exchanges its minerals to some extent with the body. The higher the exchange rate the more powerful the clay.
The cosmetic purpose of clays is to cleanse and revitalise the skin, bringing out its natural radiance and beauty. Clays will draw out dirt and impurities from the skin's pores, allowing the skin to breathe and glow. Clays will also smooth and soften the skin, leaving it feeling youthful and toned. They can be used topically on the face and body in the form of a mask.
Clay Types
Green Clay is a Montmorillonite clay – it is reputed to be the best quality clay due to the high levels of magnesium. It contains oxides of iron, aluminium, magnesium, manganese, silica and calcium. Its purity, Absorption Capacity (20%) and high Ionic Exchange Powers (60-70 Mg/g) make it far superior to ordinary green clays. This type of green clay (argile verte surfine) is the best and most active clay. Superior absorbancy capacity, cleanses, clarifies and purifies the skin. This clay is extracted by hand, it is very pure, soft and revitalising. Its use gives remarkable results.