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Natural skin and hair care

Fennel powder cleanser for oily skin

Clay with neem and fennel, for oily skin.

Used for

Time
5 minutes
Makes
About 150 g
Fennel

Kaolin and bentonite absorb sebum, neem and fennel add a fresh herbal scent. A simple powder mix that keeps well when stored dry.

Ingredients

  • 60 g kaolin
  • 30 g neem powder
  • 30 g fennel powder
  • 30 g bentonite clay

Step by step

  1. Mix everything and store in a clean, dry jar.
  2. Make up a little with water, apply with gentle circles and rinse with lukewarm water.

Registry

Herbs in this recipe

Read more about effects and safety on each herb’s page.

  • Caution

    Europe · Herb · № 72

    Fennel

    Foeniculum vulgare

    The seed is traditionally used for wind, bloating and cramps. There are some small studies, but evidence is limited.

    Greco-Roman medicine+9Folklore
  • Caution

    Asia · Herb · № 39

    Neem

    Azadirachta indica

    Used for centuries in traditional medicine in India, but there is insufficient clinical evidence of medical benefits.

    Ayurveda+3

Cultures and traditions

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