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Functional / Support

Illite

Often labeled as: French Green Clay

The circulation-boosting, purifying green clay.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

🎯 At a Glance

🔬 How It Actually Works

A highly absorbent bio-mineral clay naturally green in color due to decomposed plant matter and iron oxides. It "drinks" oils and impurities while stimulating blood flow to the skin.

💖 Why your skin loves it

Draws out deep impurities, revitalizes dull skin, and controls oily shine.

💡 Pro Tip

An excellent middle-ground clay—stronger than Kaolin, gentler than Bentonite.

⚖️ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

The green color comes from artificial dye.

The Science

It is 100% natural, derived from centuries of mineral and botanical decomposition.