Bentonite is a natural inert clay that was formed from volcanic activity during the Cretaceous period approximately 100 million years ago. Long periods of repeated eruptions laid ash into the sea where it was chemically altered and consolidated into layers of clay. Over time the ground folded and lifted thrusting up the clay and silt to form deposits.

Suitable for Bentonite clay can be use to purify, exfoliate and heal problem skin, such as eczema or acne.

We recommend performing a patch test before incorporating a new product into your routine. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have any medical conditions consult your healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of reach of children.

Sodium Bentonite: 90% montmorillonite and 10% other minerals; the most abundant being feldspar, selenite, quartz, calcite and gypsum.

To use mix 1 part clay to 2-3 parts water and leave aside for 30 minutes. Mash out the lumps with a spatula or in a blender and apply to skin. Leave on the skin for 10 to 20 minutes, and no longer than 30 minutes. Remove with a warm wet cloth and follow with a nourishing face oil massage.

Wellington Apothecary is a beautiful collective of people who have a holistic approach to health and wellbeing for both our people and our land. Their teas, tonics and skincare have been created by Herbalists to provide you with simple rituals for daily self care. Their unique recipes are based on contemporary research and traditional wisdom, and each product is thoroughly tested on humans (not animals). All products are made fresh, by hand in small batches in Cuba Street, Wellington with the finest natural and organic ingredients. Keeping everything simple and pure.


Wellington Apothecary are committed to sustainable practices within their business, through reusing packaging recycling, composting and offsetting their carbon footprints well as being committed to sourcing our ingredients as locally as possible, growing their own herbs and provide a working example of sustainability.