Multani Mitti (Fuller's Earth) Benefits for Face, Hair and Skin

Acne or pimples is a very common problem occurring commonly in individuals in the age group of 12 to 30, though it may occur in any age. It is most prevalent in pubescent teens and people suffering from hormonal imbalances. The exact cause of acne has not been know; however, factors like hormonal changes, bacterium P.acnes and genetics have been closely associated with the occurrence of acne in young adults. White-heads and black-heads are also a common type of acne.

Multani mitti has a lot of benefits for those suffering from acne. First, it acts like the commercial acne treatment cream and removes excess oil from the skin, which is majorly responsible for pore clogging and bacterial growth. Additionally, it also possesses antibacterial properties, which inhibit bacterial growth, thus preventing acne.

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A simple acne face mask can be made at home by mixing aloe vera gel, turmeric, and tomatoes with multani mitti. It would not only help you in getting rid of the inflammatory eruptions but also give you a clean glow.

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Multani mitti is an excellent hydrating agent. It retains the water from your pack and provides it to your skin thereby giving it a natural glow. Additionally, it is rich in minerals like calcium and cobalt which help in nourishing your skin.

In fact, a multani mitti pack is said to be one of the best remedies for glowing skin.

Just mix some rosewater and lemon with multani mitti to make a de-tanning face mask to help you get rid of the summer tan.

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Oily skin is a common problem caused due to the overactivity of oil glands in the skin. It is usually associated with hormonal changes, but the exact cause of an oily skin type is yet not known. A number of brands have launched their own variants of cosmetic treatments for oily skin. But why reach out for chemical based cosmetics when you can rely on the use of a natural product, which has no side effects. Multani mitti has been popularly in use as a home remedy for oily skin. As it is a binding agent, it removes the extra oil present in the skin pores.

To use multani mitti for oily skin, you can prepare a face mask at home by mixing multani mitti with milk and tomato. Evenly apply it to the skin and wash off after it dries, to get rid of the oily skin woes.

The top layer of our skin is constantly exposed to harmful environmental factors, like UV rays and pollution. Also, our skin tends to be easily affected by a change in the weather conditions or humidity. Additionally, winters are usually associated with dryness of skin. Fortunately, this is replaced as our skin keeps on renewing itself by periodically shedding its outer cells. Though all cells are not shed at once.

Over time and with age, this natural shedding of skin slows down, which leads to accumulation of dead skin. Dead skin often looks dry and scaly and loses its glow. Usually, exfoliating face masks and scrubs are used to rub off the dead skin cells from your face. Multani mitti is made of very tiny clay particles making it an excellent exfoliator. Also, it hydrates your skin and helps in getting rid of dry skin.

Multani mitti can be mixed with lemon peels and honey to form an exfoliating face mask/scrub for your skin.

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As we grow old, our skin starts to lose its collagen and other essential proteins responsible for its elasticity. This leads to the development of fine lines and wrinkles. Lifestyle factors like stress and smoking may cause their premature appearance. Since most anti-ageing creams don’t come without side effects, multani mitti or fuller’s earth makes for an excellent substitute. It not only tightens your skin but also improves the blood circulation under the skin cells. A properly circulated tissue is better supplied with nutrients and oxygen and thus looks more youthful.

Additionally, fuller’s earth has some minerals like selenium, which naturally improve the antioxidant levels of the body. This helps you in getting rid of pesky aging signs. It also functions against dark spots, blemishes and other skin problems associated with premature ageing.

An anti-ageing pack can be made at home by mixing multani mitti with honey, sandalwood powder, and milk.

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Curiously, some people consume fuller’s earth orally for its antioxidant benefits.

Dry and flaky scalp is a natural skin condition in some people aggravated by factors like pollution and weather. These factors may also have a role in inducing the dryness of scalp. Further, some shampoos have been linked to dry scalp conditions.

Traditionally, multani mitti is used in the preparation of various hair care products.

The hydrating properties of multani mitti are very useful for moisturising your scalp and hair. It also makes sure that your scalp gets enough blood circulation, so it can get more nutrients and regain their natural shine.

If you love straight hair you can make a hair pack with multani mitti, yogurt, egg white and a few drops of lemon juice. If you don’t like to use eggs, you can replace it with honey and flour.

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Other than being helpful in the treatment of dry scalp conditions, multani mitti is also excellent for oily hair types. When used properly, it pulls out the excess oil from the hair follicles and provides the hydration that your scalp needs. It helps in reducing oiliness of your hair.

Additionally, as an exfoliant and antibacterial, it removes all the dirt and bacterial load from your hair, thus making you feel lighter.

To reap the benefits of multani mitti for oily hair, you can mix it with yogurt, egg white, and aloe vera. It would help to remove excess oil from your hair and make it look more lustrous.

Dandruff is a common problem which leads to scaling and flakiness in the scalp. There hasn’t been any firm evidence about the exact causes of dandruff so far, but some studies suggest that it may be caused due to fungal infections. Applying multani mitti would help in bringing more antibody cells to the scalp by increasing the blood circulation of the skin of the scalp. So, it may help in reducing fungus-related dandruff.

Antimicrobial substances like amla, green tea and peppermint can be added to multani mitti to boost its dandruff busting benefits.

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