Government name
Moroccan Lava Clay
Goes by
Rhassoul clay
The verdict
Superhero
Superpower
A mineral-rich Moroccan clay that cleanses gently and has been used to wash skin and hair for centuries.
Rhassoul clay's government name is Moroccan Lava Clay, which sounds dramatic. Its nickname comes from an Arabic word meaning "to wash."
Superhero or supervillain?
Superhero. Its superpower is cleansing gently. It comes from the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, and it's been used to wash skin and hair there for centuries.
What it does in my skincare
In soap, rhassoul gives a warm tan to light brown color and a silky feel. In a clay mask or shampoo bar, it helps lift oil and dirt so they rinse away, without leaving skin or hair feeling squeaky.
The color it makes
Here it is in 5 things I make.
In the soaps named for Clive and Faith.
- CliveCedarwood and Sweet Orange
- FaithLemongrass Peppermint
- Shampoo Bar · Rosemary Lavender
- Shampoo Bar · Rosemary Mint
- Shampoo Bar · Tea Tree Lemongrass
Usually seen with olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil and sunflower oil.
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