French Green Clay, known as illite clay, is a 100% natural bio-organic material. Over thousands of years in the earth the Green Clay absorbs a wealth of essential healing minerals from the plant kingdom including Silica, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Cobalt, Manganese, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, Aluminium, Phosphorous, & Sodium. After removal from the ground the illite is naturally sun-dried, capturing the solar energy which activates the vital minerals and trace elements within. The main reason to use French Green Clay is quite simple: to give the pores of the skin a DEEP cleansing. It absorbs excess oils, dirt and harmful toxins from the skin. It acts like a sponge to draw out impurities from the skin while the essential minerals within the clay are released and the skin absorbs them. French Green Clay is a powerful bactericide, hindering the exacerbation of infection. French Green Clay stimulates the circulation of blood and lymph, removes dead skin cells, absorbs impurities & fats and tones & strengthens connective tissues to leave skin healthy. A healthy skincare regimen should include a mask at least once per week (no less than twice per month). French Green Clay can be used on all skin types. It balances combination skin, normalizes oily skin, and revitalizes dry skin. 1-pound bag makes approximately 35 masks. This is a spa-grade deep cleanser. $15.00