Description
Fuller’s earth is any clay material that has the capability to decolorize oil or other liquids without the use of harsh chemical treatment.[1][2] Fuller’s earth typically consists of palygorskite (attapulgite) or bentonite.[1]
Modern uses of fuller’s earth include as absorbents for oil, grease, and animal waste (cat litter) and as a carrier for pesticides and fertilizers. Minor uses include filtering, clarifying, and decolorizing; active and inactive ingredient in beauty products; and as a filler in paint, plaster, adhesives, and pharmaceuticals.[1] It also has a number of uses in the film industry and on stage.
Medical Benefits:
Keeps skin fresh, good for scar, wrinkles, pimples and oily skin.
| Botanical Name | Common Name | Hindi | Malayalam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuller’s Earth | Fuller’s Earth | मुल्तानी मट्टी / Multhani Matti | Multhani Matti |
