Multani Mitti: Natural Care for Glowing Skin & Strong Hair

Multani mitti is one type of clay mainly formulated of aluminium magnesium silicate. Multani mitti, also known as fuller’s earth is mainly used as skincare. It cures acne and boosts the glow on your skin naturally. It has some active properties that absorb oil, dirt, sweat, and impurities from your skin and cleans your skin. Due to its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, it helps soothe inflamed skin and redness.

Multani is an Indian Pali originating in the Multan region of Punjab and in northern Sindh, Pakistan. The script was used for writing and commercial activities. Well, nowadays this clay is found in many locations across the world.

anti-acne properties
anti-inflammatory properties
It may have an absorbent property
It may exhibit antimicrobial properties
It may show skin brightening properties

Multani mitti is a natural skin care product liked by every Indian.  People use it for skin care, as its main properties help to reduce oiliness, unclog skin pores, and prevents acne and pimple breakouts. 

Multani mitti also acts as a cooling agent and hence is used to soothe rashes, sunburns and infections. With a texture that's much finer than clay and with higher water content, Multani mitti is known for decolorising oil and other liquids without harsh and harmful reactions.

Most teenagers, especially in India, use this clay as facepack. They use it with water, honey, rose water, glycerin, and with mixing such more things. They use it for body wash, as its soap is also available.
You can use it like this. First of all, clean your face thoroughly to remove any dirt, then mix a teaspoon of Multani Mitti with your needed ingredients, like lemon juice, honey or rose water, to form a smooth paste. Apply the mixture on your face, avoiding the eye area, and let it dry for 10–15 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and gently pat your face dry.

Enhances skin care: Improves complexion by removing dead skin cells. Get rid of sun tan and pigmentation.
Reduces acne and acne scar: Due to its properties, multani mitti aids in balancing aggravated Pitta and lessen extra oiliness due to its Sita (cold) and Ruksa (dry) properties. Multani mitti also helps reduce acne scar due to its Ropan (healing) property.
Helps to skin stiffen and reduce pores: According to research, Multani mitti enhances the cleanliness of the skin by removing dead skin cells from the bottom, which results in increased retention of nutrients and moisture, improved circulation and skin tightening effect.
Good for hair : As it removes oil and dandruff from the scalp, it also makes your hair shine. It good to increase the volume of your hair. It reduces hair loss as well.
Lessens dark Circles and Puffy Eyes: While using it around the eye areas, it helps to lessen dark circles and under-eye shadows.

One can use this clay by making different packs with adding multiple substitutes. For example, if you want to remove dead skin, add lemon juice to this. Secondly, to reduce excess oil and pimple marks, add honey and yogurt. Moreover, other ingredients also go well with Multani mitti such as tomato juice, turmeric, papaya, aloe vera and sandalwood.

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