Darbla Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 Is bentonite close enough to kaolin that kaolin could substitute for it in a body wrap? What are your favorite sources of bentonite and kaolin? I need this this weekend so ordering off the 'net is out of the question, but I wonder if my local health food stores would have either one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitn Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 My health food store has bentonite clay. I would phone your and ask if they have either one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 I think Kaolin is softer and provides more slip and guide and maybe more suited for shaving products. I just don't get that with Bentonite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msalex28a Posted February 21, 2012 Share Posted February 21, 2012 I've seen bath bomb with either of these in the recipes. Do you know if one works better than the other? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcdelong Posted February 21, 2012 Share Posted February 21, 2012 (edited) What color of kaolin? Kaolin is milder than bentonite! Bentonite is a highly absorbent clay that pulls oils and toxins from the skin. Kaolin, depending on the color is milder and can be used, in most cases, on sensitive skin.Bentonite Clay is a combination of montmorillonite and volcanic ash. Bentonite Clay is a highly absorbent clay that pulls oils and toxins from the skin and is one of the best clays for making clay poultices. It is best suited for oily skin. Bentonite Clay is also a good clay for shaving soaps (use about 1 tablespoon per pound of soap) and for use as an oily hair and scalp treatment.Kaolin Colors:Pink Kaolin Clay is a gentle clay, making it suitable for sensitive skin. It helps stimulate circulation to the skin while gently exfoliating and cleansing it. Pink Kaolin Clay does not draw oils from the skin and can therefore be used on dry skin types. Pink Kaolin Clay can be used in body powders to keep skin dry.Red Kaolin Clay is mildly absorbent and is used for drawing oils and toxins from the skin. It can be used in facials and body wraps for normal skin. Red Kaolin Clay can also be used as a natural colorant in soaps.White Kaolin Clay, also known as China or White Clay, is basically kaolinite and is the mildest of all clays. White Kaolin Clay is suitable for sensitive skin. It helps stimulate circulation to the skin while gently exfoliating and cleansing it. White Kaolin Clay does not draw oils from the skin and can be used on dry skin types. Yellow Kaolin Clay is a mild clay making it suitable for sensitive skin. It helps stimulate circulation to the skin while gently exfoliating and cleansing it. Yellow Kaolin Clay does not draw oils from the skin excessively and can therefore be used on most dry skin types. It can be used in soap and body powders.info pulled from FNWL https://www.fromnaturewithlove.com/default.asp Edited February 21, 2012 by kcdelong add some info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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