Superfine Yellow Clay

Name: Superfine Yellow Clay
SKU: 0230601
Price: 4 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (134 reviews)

Radiant complexion

Purifying

Yellow clay is recommended for masks targeting sensitive and mature skin. Purifying and exfoliating, it helps to brighten the complexion. Rich in minerals, it also has stimulating and toning properties. Its yellow hue evokes joy and vitality.

£4.00

1 article = 250 g

Price per kg = £16.00

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100% natural origin

From France

Uses

Superfine Yellow Illite Clay can be used as an ingredient in your skincare formulations:

masks, poultices and wraps
Shower gels and soaps
Creams, gels and lotions

Uses

Superfine yellow illite clay can be used as an ingredient in your haircare formulations:

Shampoos
Hair masks

Uses

Yellow clay can be used as an ingredient in your make-up formulations:

Powder foundation
Foundation
Blush
Blushes and eyeshadows

Quantity
1 to 60% of the total weight of your blend
oil-insoluble
Water-insoluble
Can be used as a paste or dispersion
Use in home cosmetics
Cream&milk, shampoo, shower, soap, gel, mask, powder, wrap, poultice, hair mask, compacted powder.

Preparation

I make my recipe from scratch

Yellow clay can be used as an active ingredient in your water-based formulations: creams, gels, lotions, soaps, etc.

Incorporate clay as an active ingredient in all your water-based formulas.

Step 1

Add the yellow clay (ideally pre-mixed in cold water) to your formulation at the end.

Step 2

Shake to mix well.

Aroma-Zone Tip

For better dispersion of the clay in your emulsions or gels, pre-disperse it in a little water before adding it.

To make a mask, wrap, or poultice

Yellow clay can be mixed with other clays or plant powders to make masks, poultices, or body wraps.

Step 1

Pour the yellow clay and other powders (other clays, plants, etc.) into a suitable container.

Step 2

Add the water-based ingredients while mixing to obtain a smooth, creamy paste.

Apply your mask in 3 steps

Immediately apply the mixture in a thick layer on the skin (face, neck, body) or hair, etc.
Leave on until the mask begins to dry. It is recommended to not let the mixture dry completely.
Rinse thoroughly with water to remove the mask.

Aroma-Zone Tip

Clay pastes do not keep well and should be used as soon as possible after preparation (maximum 48 hours in the fridge).
If you wish to incorporate essential oils into a clay paste, we recommend adding a small proportion of oil or Solubol to solubilise them.
For best results, do not heat the clay and avoid contact with oxidisable metal. You can use stainless steel or plastic equipment. For mixing, use a plastic spatula.

I like to use it in make-up products containing mineral powders

To make a loose or compacted powder:

Mix the yellow clay with the mineral powders and pigments, ideally by grinding in a mortar or coffee grinder to disperse the pigments evenly.

To make a cream foundation:

Step 1

Mix the yellow clay with the mineral powders and pigments, ideally by grinding in a mortar or coffee grinder to disperse the pigments evenly.

Step 2

Add the powder mixture during the oil melting phase

Precautions

Precautions and allergens

Precautions for use

Allergens

Allergen-free

Quality

100% natural origin, unwashed to retain all its mineral content, non-ionised.

Production process

The clay is extracted from a natural quarry, and is subsequently processed mechanically, without any chemical treatments, to obtain a superfine clay suitable for cosmetic use. The clay is crushed and dried in an oven at 350°C for 20 minutes (which reduces its microbial load, making it suitable for cosmetics). The powder is then sorted using an innovative air selection process. This results in a fine powder clay, referred to as "superfine" clay.

Function

Cosmetic ingredient for formulating masks, poultices, powders and soaps…

Benefits and properties

Detox
Make-up
Purifying

Country of origin

France

INCI name

Illite

Composition

Hydrated aluminium silicate

Presentation

Packaged in zipped bags

Learn more

Yellow clay is a natural mineral belonging to the phyllosilicate family (like talc and micas). Composed of hydrated aluminium silicate, it is notably rich in iron oxide, which gives it its vibrant yellow hue. Its unique lamellar structure (thin sheets) endows it with exceptional absorbent properties.

>> Spotlight on absorption and adsorption: Clays possess the remarkable ability to absorb liquids, such as water, behaving much like a sponge. Additionally, clays can adsorb, meaning they can attach molecules to their surface. This ability stems from the fact that clays carry a negative charge.

The negative charge is attributed to the presence of minerals (the higher the clay's concentration of mineral salts, the greater its negative charge).

When in solution, clay attracts positive ions from the surrounding environment and can exchange them upon contact with the skin. Clay therefore aids in the remineralisation and detoxification of the skin by swapping its mineral salts for toxins and impurities. This process enables clay to deliver active compounds back to the skin. Yellow clay can be used as an ingredient in your formulations, traditionally recognised as well-suited for sensitive and delicate skin, as well as blemished skin. It is especially effective in formulations designed for normal to oily and delicate skin types. Stimulating and revitalising, it helps restore radiance to the complexion.

Organoleptic properties

Appearance: fine powder
Colour: yellow
Odour: neutral

Cationic exchange capacity

Approximately 32 meq/100 g

Composition

Average:

SiO2: 69.6%
Al2O3 19.3%
Fe2O3: 6.5%
K2O: 2.8%
TiO2: 1.1%
CaO: 0.1%
MgO: 0.3%
Na2O: 0.2%

5% yellow clay	0.5 g
10% yellow clay	1.0 g
20% yellow clay	2.0 g

5% yellow clay	1.5 g
10% yellow clay	3.0 g
20% yellow clay	6.0 g

5% yellow clay	2.5 g
10% yellow clay	5.0 g
20% yellow clay	10.0 g

5% yellow clay	5.0 g
10% yellow clay	10.0 g
20% yellow clay	20.0 g

1 scoop 5 ml (level*)	3.8 g
1 scoop 2 ml (level*)	1.7 g
1 stainless steel spoon TAD (level*)	0.9 g
1 stainless steel spoon DASH (level*)	0.4 g
1 stainless steel spoon PINCH (level*)	0.3 g

Superfine Yellow Clay

Uses

Uses

Uses

Skin care

Hair care

Make-up

Properties

Indications

Properties

Indications

Properties

Typical quantitys

~ 10 g

~ 30 g

~ 50 g

~ 100 g

Equivalence table

Preparation

I make my recipe from scratch

Aroma-Zone Tip

Apply your mask in 3 steps

Aroma-Zone Tip

Precautions

Quality

Production process

Function

Benefits and properties

Country of origin

INCI name

Composition

Presentation

Learn more

Environmental qualities and characteristics product sheet

Mature Skin Mask (G. Sitzia)

Regenerating Mask for Oily Skin (N. Grosjean)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main dosage equivalences for essential and vegetable oils?

Superfine Yellow Clay

Usage

Uses

Uses

Uses

Properties

Skin care

Hair care

Make-up

Properties

Indications

Properties

Indications

Properties

How to use

Typical quantitys

~ 10 g

~ 30 g

~ 50 g

~ 100 g

Equivalence table

Preparation

I make my recipe from scratch

Aroma-Zone Tip

Apply your mask in 3 steps

Aroma-Zone Tip

Precautions

Characteristics

Quality

Production process

Function

Benefits and properties

Country of origin

INCI name

Composition

Presentation

Learn more

Storage and precautions

Environmental impact

Environmental qualities and characteristics product sheet

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

Mature Skin Mask (G. Sitzia)

Regenerating Mask for Oily Skin (N. Grosjean)

Bibliography

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main dosage equivalences for essential and vegetable oils?

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