by Cat, Sept 2019
I’ve been using a liquid version of bentonite clay (taken internally) to help with symptoms of food sensitivities, for detox, or just to give my gut a good cleaning. A good friend of mine suggests using Living Clay ®, which is a dry powder, so you have to mix it with water. Below are the instructions from Living Clay ® for mixing with water, for various specific uses.
- Includes: 1. Cleansing Clay Mask; 2. For a liquid consistency (such as for taking internally).
- See also: 1. Natural Healing Remedies and Personal Care Menu
Cat’s Intro:
The following instructions are transcribed from a Living Clay ® handout. However, the section titles, formatting, font and color choices are mine.
Also, I recommend using filtered or distilled water for mixing with the clay, especially if you intend to take it internally. And while the instructions for the clay mask suggest putting the mix in a food-grade plastic container with a plastic lid, I prefer to avoid plastics and would use instead a glass storage container (with a silicon lid to provide a good seal). For the more liquid versions, you can use a Mason jar with a non-metal lid.
Living Clay ®: Mixing Instructions
“While there is not one single method for mixing clay and water, our experience suggests the following methods:”
Cleansing Clay Mask
“The ratio for making a Cleansing Clay Mask is 1 part dry clay to 3 parts water. This is also referred to as hydrated clay.
For example:
- Add 1½ cups of water to ½ cup of Living Clay ® Detox Powder. Use a glass, ceramic or food grade plastic container with a non-metal, air tight lid.
- Cover and shake vigorously for 1 minute or until all lumps are gone.
- Open the cover and allow it to breathe for 10-15 minutes until fully hydrated.
- Cover and keep in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
For larger batches:
- Using a plastic or glass bowl, add 1 cup of dry clay to 3 cups of water.
- Next, use an electric mixer to mix the clay and water until smooth. Use care as it will splatter.
- Let the clay set for 1 hour lightly covered, allowing the clay to breathe.
- Repeat the mixing process if necessary until the clay is smooth and creamy and reaches the desired consistency.
- Next, put the clay into a glass, ceramic or food grade plastic container with a plastic lid. Do not leave the beaters int he clay when the mixer is not in use, and wash the clay off immediately.
- Keep in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
The end product will be a creamy, smooth, pudding-like substance By holding the container in one hand and tapping it with the other hand, one should be able to feel a “bounce” to the clay. The consistency can be easily adjusted by adding more powdered clay or water until personal preference is achieved.”
Preparing Living Clay® Detox Clay Powder for a liquid consistency
“For example, ¼ cup of Living Clay ® Detox Clay Powder to 2 cups of water.
Suggested method:
- In a glass jar or plastic bottle with a plastic cap, add selected amounts of clay and water.
- Shake vigorously for 1 minute.
- Let it set for 15 minutes with the lid off and allow the clay to expand and breathe.
- Repeat the shaking process again. Some residue will remain in the bottom.
- The consistency can be easily adjusted by adding more powdered clay or water until personal preference is achieved.
- Keep in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
Living Clay ® uses:
- Clay Masks and Full Body Wraps increase circulation, exfoliate, deep cleanse, and remove impurities and excess oil from the skin.
- Clay Baths both detox and stimulate the lymphatic system.
- Liquid Clay can be used for foot soaks.
For more information on the benefits of Clay and its many uses, we highly recommend the book, “Living Clay: Nature’s Own Miracle Cure,” and the website: “www.About Clay.com.””
[Cat’s note: See also their main website: https://livingclayco.com.]
