Fuller’s earth, a clayey substance widely known as Multani mitti has its origin from Multan, Pakistan. It is one of the oldest medicines of the Ayurveda (Indian Ancient study of Medicine) and is widely used in many present-day Cosmetics. It is well known for absorption of moisture, fats, oils and greases present on the skin. Fuller’s earth is also a great Antifungal and antibacterial agent. Fuller’s earth majorly contains minerals such as Magnesium, Calcium, Dolomite and Quartz which make it one of the greatest nature’s wonders.

It is widely used for the treatment of skin and hair in the form of facial packs and hair washes. Here are some of the other benefits of Fuller’s earth.

Benefits of Fuller’s earth

• Reduction of Skin wrinkles and Scars

Fuller’s earth helps in better blood circulation across the body. When blood reaches every corner of the body, it results in a wrinkle-free and aging-free skin. Whereas on the other hand, Fuller’s earth is also a great antiseptic that helps in healing the scars and wounds on the skin quickly.

• Allergy reduction

Fuller’s earth is a great remedy for various skin related problems such as allergies and rashes. It absorbs the moisture when applied to the affected area and reduces the inflammation to a great extent. Additionally, it also reduces the wound marks and black spots caused due to rashes on the skin.

• Sun Tan removal and Fair pigmentation

Fuller’s earth also helps in Sun Tan reduction and in bringing fair pigmentation on your skin. This is because Fuller’s earth contains Magnesium Chloride that tones the skin pigmentation and reactivates the dead skin cells. Fuller’s earth forms a protection layer across the skin that keeps it from getting burnt from the sun’s harmful rays.

• Dandruff and Hair fall reduction

As an oil and moisture absorbent, Fuller’s earth soaks down the oily scalp and reduces Hair fall and Dandruff to a large extent. It also acts as an antifungal agent that kills the fungus on the scalp that leads to Hair fall and Dandruff. Fuller’s earth is applied on hair in the form of hair packs and sometimes in the form of shampoos.

• Acne and Pimples reduction

Pimples and acne are nightmares for teenagers. But, Fuller’s earth can be good news for you as it helps in clearing the clogged skin pores from dust and skin oils and removes the dead skin cells on the upper layer of the skin, hence averting acne and pimples. It also helps in better blood circulation across the body.

Here are few face packs that you can apply on your face for a glowing and pimple free skin.

Homemade Fuller’s earth (Multani Mitti) Face Packs

1. Multani Mitti & Yogurt face pack

Milk and its byproducts have always been known for their skin glowing abilities. When Fuller’s earth is mixed with yogurt to form a face pack it reduces the fine lines and skin wrinkles and also brings fairness in the skin.

1. Take a tablespoon of lemon juice and mix it with 2 tablespoons of Yogurt and Fuller’s earth (1 tablespoon of water can also be added to the paste).
2. Mix them thoroughly into a paste and apply on the face in the form of a face pack.
3. It is advised that the mixture is made in a glass container as glass does not react with this mixture as that of metal containers.
4. Apply the pack on your face and keep it for 15-20 minutes before you wash it with warm water.

2. Multani Mitti & Sandalwood face pack

Sandalwood is also as good as Fuller’s earth as it removes the excess oils on the skin and keeps the skin dry and free from excess moisture. When skin is oily and moist, it attracts the free radicals on the skin which results in Rashes, Acne and Pimples. When Sandalwood is mixed with Fuller’s earth it helps in clearing off the clogged skin pores and makes the face look fresh.

1. Take 2 tablespoons of Fuller’s earth and Sandalwood powder and 1 tablespoon of rose water.
2. Mix these ingredients thoroughly and make it into a paste as of a face pack.
3. Now, apply it on your face and keep it for 20 minutes before washing it with warm water.
4. This paste makes your skin feel fresh and helps you to get rid of oily and moist skin.

3. Multani Mitti & Honey face pack

Honey is known to be one of the best skin moisturizers of the world. Honey helps in removing the dead skin layer of the skin and brings out the fair and bright color pigment. It is also known to reduce scars on the face. Its mixture with Fuller’s earth has brought great results.

1. Take a tablespoon of honey with 2 tablespoons of Fuller’s Earth.
2. Add Rose water to that mixture accordingly and mix them thoroughly into a hard paste.
3. Now apply the paste on the face as a face mask, and keep it for 30 minutes.
4. Now, wash your face with warm water. This paste will remove the dark pigments of your skin turning your skin fair.

4. Multani Mitti & Neem face pack

Neem, also known as Indian Lilac is an ancient Indian herb. It contains Vitamin C abundantly which helps in reducing the Blackheads and dullness on the face. It also helps in reducing the oil and moisture on the skin. Its mixture with Fuller’s earth brings glow and fairness on the skin.

1. Take 2 tablespoons of Multani Mitti and one tablespoon of Rosewater and Neem water.
2. Mix the mixture thoroughly into a hard paste and apply it on the skin/face.
3. Keep the face pack for at least 20-25 minutes before washing it with warm water.
4. This mixture must be applied once in a couple of days for the best results.

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Homemade Fuller’s earth (Multani Mitti) Hair packs

Fuller’s earth is not only good for skin but is also good for damaged scalp and hair. Here are few Fuller’s earth hair packs that help in reducing major hair problems such as hair fall, dandruff, broken hair etc.

1. Multani Mitti and Yogurt Hair pack

Yogurt and Fuller’s earth together are great antifungal agents that help in the removal of fungus formed on the hair scalp. This fungus is dangerous as it is the primary culprit for hair fall and growing dandruff.

1. Take about 2-3 tablespoons of Yogurt and 4 tablespoons of Fuller’s earth in a bowl.
2. All 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to this mixture and mix it thoroughly into a hard paste.
3. Now apply the paste on your hair with the help of a hairbrush or your hand.
4. Now after 30 minutes you can wash it away with your shampoo.

2. Multani Mitti hair pack for split ends

This hair pack is exclusively for those readers who are suffering from Split ends and broken hair. This hair pack mainly consists of Olive Oil, Fuller’s earth and Curd. The procedure to make this mask is given below.

1. Make sure that your hair and scalp is well massaged with olive oil the previous night of applying this hair mask.
2. Now make a paste out of 4 tablespoons of Fuller’s earth and 2 tablespoons curd and rosewater.
3. In the morning, apply this paste to your hair.
4. After 1 hour wash your hair properly with your desired shampoo and apply conditioner to it.

3. Multani Mitti and Reetha hair pack

When it comes to hair problems there is no match for Reetha and Shikhakai. They have been known for their great hair care abilities. Reetha and Shikhakai have also been described as a medicine in Ayurveda (Ancient Indian study of medicines). They together with Fuller’s earth are used in many present-day shampoos. The procedure to make this hair pack has been described below.

1. Take 4 tablespoons of Fuller’s earth and 2 tablespoons of reetha, Shikakhai powder.
2. Add 3 tablespoons of lemon juice to this mixture and mix them thoroughly in a bowl.
3. Now, apply this paste on your hair and leave it for 30 minutes.
4. You can wash your hair with your desired shampoo and apply conditioner after washing.

4. Multani Mitti and Honey hair pack

This hair pack is for those readers who are suffering from Dry hair and dry scalp problems. This hair pack mainly consists of Fuller’s earth, Honey and Curd. The procedure to make this hair pack has been described below.

1. Take 4 tablespoons and Fuller’s earth and half tablespoon of Honey and 1 tablespoon of yogurt.
2. Mist these ingredients thoroughly into a paste and apply it on your hair.
3. After 30-45 minutes wash your hair with shampoo and then apply conditioner to it.
4. Honey helps in reducing the dryness of your hair. Apply this paste once in a week for best results.

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