What is Zeolite?
What is Zeolite: Why It Can Detox
& Cleanse Your Skin Like Nothing Else!
Not many beauty ingredients begin with
the letter Z, but zeolite does and it's definitely an A-lister when it comes to
beauty. Never heard of it? We've got you
covered.
Zeolite is a master of detoxification!!
- Mask: In a fine powder form, zeolite makes a wonderfully detoxifying mask. Mix 1 tablespoon of zeolite powder with 2 tablespoons of water to form a paste. Slather it on your face and leave it for up to an hour (I've found the longer the better). When you wash it off, be prepared for seriously soft skin and pores that are noticeably less noticeable! It'll do a deep cleanse on your pores and help heal any existing blemishes.
- Cleanser: Mix the same proportions as for the mask but wash off after about a minute so as not to dry out your skin with daily use. For something more moisturizing, try swapping the water with your favourite face oil. Follow with your favourite toner and moisturizer.
- Exfoliator: With its fine, sand-like texture, zeolite is a great gentle exfoliator. Place 1 tablespoon zeolite powder in the palm of your hand or a small bowl, and using a soft brush (a kabuki brush is ideal), gently work the powder into your skin in small, circular motions. Be careful around more delicate areas (eyes, etc.) and do not inhale the powder. Then, simply wash your face with warm water and a soft cloth, followed by a splash of cold water to reduce inflammation.
First formed more than 300 million
years ago, zeolite is a mineral mostly made up of silica (the third
most abundant trace element in the human body) and alumina tetrahedra.
There are many natural variations,
each one unique to its environment. Some
formed when volcanic rocks and ash reacted with seawater; others are freshwater
variations. In Australia, for example,
zeolite is also known as clinoptilolite and is thought to be one of the oldest
deposits of its kind in the world.
Why should I
use it?
Despite so many of our best efforts,
it's nearly impossible to live a totally and completely clean life. Toxins and pollutants find ways to sneak into
our skin and bodies, so it's crucial to find a safe, natural way to detox them
right back out again. That's where
zeolite comes in. Like so many other
volcanic substances, zeolite is a master of detoxification. It has an extraordinary ability to absorb, hold, release, and
exchange different chemicals, nutrients, toxins, and ions according to need in
your body. Much like activated
charcoal, it helps to draw out impurities in your skin and is even being studied as a way to reduce and stop the
growth of skin cancer in dogs through topical application.
How does it
work?
Zeolite is unique in that its
honeycomb, microporous cellular structure is one of nature's few
negatively charged minerals, which means it's able to attract positively
charged contaminants. Inside these negatively charged honeycomb
"cages," healthful minerals such as potassium can be found. Zeolite swaps its healthful,
negatively charged minerals for any positively charged contaminants on or in
your body. Basically, it takes away the
bad stuff by replacing it with good stuff.
Since your body doesn't absorb the
zeolite, the pollutants it sucks up are safely removed when you wash it off
your skin!
What should I
look for?
Now that you know why adding zeolite
to your skin care routine is beneficial, there are a few things to keep in mind
when looking for products. There are a
lot of brands using zeolite in their masks and cleansers these days, but if you
want to go the DIY route (see below), powdered zeolite is easy to find on sites
like Amazon.
However, it's incredibly important
that you're buying only high-quality, micronized zeolite (preferably
clinoptilolite) that's been properly cleaned and is 100 percent pure. Zeolite is sourced from the earth and needs to
be separated from other naturally occurring minerals that aren't so good for
your health. You don't want
commercial-grade zeolite, as it's probably not natural or pure and may contain
unknown contaminants.
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How do I use
it?
There are a few ways to use this
all-star ingredient topically for your skin:
When trying any skin care substance
for the first time, always do a patch test on your cheek or neck prior to use
to test whether you're allergic.
There are many, many other uses for
zeolite, from water purification (in much the same way that charcoal is used)
to helping your body achieve its optimal slightly alkaline pH. Have fun experimenting, and your skin can
thank us later!
Kim
Lewin-Reilly October 16,
2015
See Kim’s article: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-21658/zeolite-what-it-is-why-it-can-detox-cleanse-your-skin-like-nothing-else.html
*As with any
new ingredient, please make sure to check with your doctor before using.
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