Indian Healing Clay or Bentonite Clay is composed of aged volcanic ash and the name comes from the largest known deposit of Bentonite Clay located in Fort Benton, Wyoming. It is best known for detoxing purposes as it has a strong negative charge which causes it to pull toxins into it and is great for remineralizing the body with calcium and silica. Pure Bentonite Clay is particularly useful for oily skin because of it's excellent oil absorption properties.Bentonite Clay makes a fabulous facial mask for shrinking pores, tightening and toning skin, removing impurities and just making your skin look and feel great overall. It also helps in soothing skin including cuts, bruises, insect bites, bee stings, boils, rashes, achy joints, acne, and burns.It's also believed to remove acne causing toxins from the skin and revitalize tired skin. Pure Bentonite Clay is pure, all natural, cosmetic grade and does not contain additives or fragrances. It's considered world's most powerful facial cleanser, extremely effective for deep pore cleansing & soothing skin.