Seaweed clay pairs cosmetic clay with finely milled organic seaweed, giving a deep green-grey powder with a faint mineral, oceanic scent. The seaweed brings its own texture and colour to the blend, making it the most distinctive powder in the range.

The 30g size is a trial pack — enough for a handful of masks, so you can find out how your skin responds before buying a larger jar.

Who it suits

Popular with people who want something more interesting than a plain clay mask, and with makers after a natural deep-green colour. Moderately absorbent, so it suits normal to oily skin.

What people use it for

• Face and body masks with a mineral-rich feel
• A deep green natural colourant in cold process soap
• Spa-style body wraps
• Bath soaks
• Scalp and hair masks

How to mix a mask

Stir 1–2 teaspoons of clay with roughly an equal amount of water, floral water or aloe until you have a smooth paste. Apply to clean skin, leave for 5–10 minutes and rinse before it dries completely — letting a clay mask crack and flake is what leaves skin feeling tight afterwards. Mix in a glass or ceramic bowl with a wooden or silicone spoon rather than metal.

Why choose this one

• Superfine milled, so it mixes smooth without grit
• No fragrance, preservatives, fillers or bulking agents
• Colour comes from the clay's own minerals, not added pigment
• Versatile across face masks, soap making and hair care
• Supplied in a resealable pack

Storage

Keep in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Only ever mix what you need — moisture getting into the jar will spoil the rest of the powder.

Before you start

For external cosmetic use. Patch test on a small area before first use, as with any new skincare ingredient.

Brand: Healthy Aim
Size: 30g