Dead Sea Mud
Dead Sea Mud
Dead Sea Mud (Mineral Mud Powder)
Our Dead Sea Mud is a dried, powdered mineral mud with a dark grey-brown colour. It is a classic spa-style ingredient and is popular for face and body masks, body wraps, bath blends and scrubs.
Mixed with water it makes a thick, smooth mud that spreads easily. Makers also add it to soap, hair masks and scalp treatments for a rich, earthy colour and a mineral feel.
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Dried mineral mud Dark grey-brown powder |
Spa-style masks and wraps Thick, smooth mud |
Soap and scrubs Earthy colour and feel |
100 g to 1 kg Four pack sizes |
Safety information: for external (cosmetic) use only. Keep out of reach of children, keep away from the eyes, patch test before first use and avoid breathing in the dust. See Safety below and the Safety Data Sheet in the Product Documents section at the end of this page.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Dead Sea Mud |
| Type | Dried mineral mud, fine powder |
| Appearance | Fine powder. Dark grey-brown, colour varies by batch |
| Suitable for | Face and body masks, body wraps, bath blends, soap, scrubs, hair and scalp masks |
| Contains | Natural minerals and salts. Can sting on broken or freshly shaved skin |
| Mixing guide | 1 tablespoon of mud mixed with water into a paste |
| Not suitable for | Internal use. Do not use on broken skin or around the eyes |
| Pack Sizes | 100 g, 200 g, 500 g, 1 kg |
| Storage | Sealed, cool and dry, away from moisture. Avoid metal containers |
| Use | Raw material for makers. Formulation, safety assessment and labelling of finished products are the maker's responsibility |
Uses
| Use | How it is used |
|---|---|
| Face masks | Mix to a paste and leave for about 10 minutes |
| Body wraps | Mix 2 parts mud to 1 part water, apply to the body, and rinse after about 10-20 minutes in a warm room |
| Bath blends | Add to a warm bath or pre-mix into a paste |
| Soap | Adds a dark, earthy tone and a mineral feel. Mix to a paste first |
| Scrubs | Mix with salt, sugar and oil |
| Hair and scalp masks | Mix to a paste and use as a scalp-cleansing clay mask |
How to Use Dead Sea Mud as a Face Mask
- Mix. To 1 tablespoon of mud, slowly add water, a hydrosol or oil and mix into a smooth paste.
- Patch test. Try a small amount on the inside of your arm first, as this mud contains natural salts and minerals.
- Apply. Spread a thick coating over clean skin, avoiding the eyes and lips.
- Leave on. Leave for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse. Wash off with warm water, pat dry and follow with your favourite oil or moisturiser. For best results, steam the face first to open the pores.
Using It in Soap, Bath & Scrubs ▼
These are common maker starting points, not fixed rules. Results vary with your recipe, so always test a small batch first.
| Use | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Face mask | 1 tbsp clay + 1-2 tbsp water or hydrosol | Add a few drops of carrier oil for a creamier mask. Rinse before it dries completely. |
| Body wrap or paste | 2-3 tbsp clay + water to a spreadable paste | Apply to the body and rinse off after about 10 minutes. |
| Bath | 1/4-1/2 cup per bath | Sprinkle in while the bath runs, or pre-mix into a paste. Use a mesh bag or rinse the tub well afterwards. |
| Cold process soap | About 1 tsp-1 tbsp per 500 g of soap oils | Stir into a little oil first, then add at light trace. Dead Sea mud gives a dark grey-brown tone. |
| Melt and pour soap | About 1 tsp-1 tbsp per 500 g of base | Mix to a paste with a little vegetable glycerine first, then stir into the melted base. Too much can make a soap feel dry or dull. |
| Bath bombs | About 1 tbsp per 500 g of dry mix | Mix through the dry ingredients until the colour is even. Can stain tubs lightly. |
| Scrubs | 1-2 tbsp per cup of sugar or salt scrub base | Mix into the base with your chosen oil. |
See the cosmetic making supplies collection for oils, butters and bases to formulate with.
Tips & Troubleshooting ▼
| Problem | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Clumps when mixing | Liquid poured onto dry clay | Sprinkle the clay onto the liquid instead and let it sit for a minute before stirring. |
| Mask dries hard and feels tight | Left on too long, or too little liquid | Rinse while still slightly damp, use a little more water or a few drops of carrier oil, and moisturise afterwards. |
| Skin looks red or feels sore | Sensitivity to clay or an added ingredient | Rinse with cool water. Patch test before use, keep the first sessions short, and stop if irritation continues. |
| Colour changes in soap | Clays can shift in colour in lye or with heat | Test a small batch. Mixing the clay with a little oil or glycerine first helps it blend evenly. |
| Specks or streaks in soap | Clay not fully mixed in | Mix to a smooth paste before adding, then stick-blend or stir well. |
| Mix spoils or smells off | Water-based mixes can grow mould | Mix fresh and use straight away, and discard leftovers. Add a suitable preservative to anything you plan to keep. |
| Blocked drain | Clay settling in pipes | Wipe off with a cloth where you can, use a strainer, and run plenty of water after a bath. |
| Mask stings | Natural salts and minerals in the mud | Rinse straight away with cool water. Do not use on broken, freshly shaved or irritated skin. |
Safety & Selling Your Products ▼
This product is a cosmetic raw material for external use only. Do not swallow it, keep it out of reach of children, keep it away from the eyes and do not use it on broken or irritated skin. Fine powders can irritate the airways, so wear a dust mask when weighing or pouring and avoid creating dust clouds. Do a patch test before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs.
This mud contains natural salts and minerals that can sting broken, freshly shaved or irritated skin. Keep it away from the eyes.
Mix clays in glass, ceramic, plastic or wooden bowls and tools, and avoid metal. Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Do not rinse large amounts of mask, bath or scrub down the sink, as clay can settle and block drains. Wipe it off with a cloth and put it in the bin, or use a strainer.
Selling what you make? This is a raw material for makers. The formulation, preservation, safety assessment, labelling and any regulatory requirements for your finished cosmetics or soap (including the NZ cosmetic rules) are your responsibility, and health or treatment claims should not be made for your products. Contact us at info@purefx.co.nz if you need product information.
Frequently Asked Questions ▼
Is it a wet mud or a powder?
It is a dried, fine powder. Add water, a hydrosol or oil when you are ready to use it.
What colour does it make in soap?
A dark grey to brown tone, depending on your recipe.
How long can I leave it on?
About 10 minutes is typical. Rinse before it dries hard.
Can it be used on hair?
Many makers use clay and mud in hair and scalp masks. Test first and rinse well.
Can I eat it or use it internally?
No. It is sold for external cosmetic use only.
Sizes & Price
| Pack | Price | Price per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| 100 g | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| 200 g | $14.50 | $7.25 |
| 500 g | $34.00 | $6.80 |
| 1 kg | $58.00 | $5.80 |
Pairs Well With
Pair with activated charcoal, bentonite clay or French green clay, and add lavender essential oil or frankincense essential oil. For a spa-style soak add Epsom salts or Dead Sea salt. Mix with hydrosol or jojoba oil for a mask, or use in soap with a white SLS-free melt and pour base. Browse all clays and cosmetic powders. |
 Product Documents
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Dead Sea Mud (Mineral Mud Powder)
Our Dead Sea Mud is a dried, powdered mineral mud with a dark grey-brown colour. It is a classic spa-style ingredient and is popular for face and body masks, body wraps, bath blends and scrubs.
Mixed with water it makes a thick, smooth mud that spreads easily. Makers also add it to soap, hair masks and scalp treatments for a rich, earthy colour and a mineral feel.
|
Dried mineral mud Dark grey-brown powder |
Spa-style masks and wraps Thick, smooth mud |
Soap and scrubs Earthy colour and feel |
100 g to 1 kg Four pack sizes |
Safety information: for external (cosmetic) use only. Keep out of reach of children, keep away from the eyes, patch test before first use and avoid breathing in the dust. See Safety below and the Safety Data Sheet in the Product Documents section at the end of this page.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Dead Sea Mud |
| Type | Dried mineral mud, fine powder |
| Appearance | Fine powder. Dark grey-brown, colour varies by batch |
| Suitable for | Face and body masks, body wraps, bath blends, soap, scrubs, hair and scalp masks |
| Contains | Natural minerals and salts. Can sting on broken or freshly shaved skin |
| Mixing guide | 1 tablespoon of mud mixed with water into a paste |
| Not suitable for | Internal use. Do not use on broken skin or around the eyes |
| Pack Sizes | 100 g, 200 g, 500 g, 1 kg |
| Storage | Sealed, cool and dry, away from moisture. Avoid metal containers |
| Use | Raw material for makers. Formulation, safety assessment and labelling of finished products are the maker's responsibility |
Uses
| Use | How it is used |
|---|---|
| Face masks | Mix to a paste and leave for about 10 minutes |
| Body wraps | Mix 2 parts mud to 1 part water, apply to the body, and rinse after about 10-20 minutes in a warm room |
| Bath blends | Add to a warm bath or pre-mix into a paste |
| Soap | Adds a dark, earthy tone and a mineral feel. Mix to a paste first |
| Scrubs | Mix with salt, sugar and oil |
| Hair and scalp masks | Mix to a paste and use as a scalp-cleansing clay mask |
How to Use Dead Sea Mud as a Face Mask
- Mix. To 1 tablespoon of mud, slowly add water, a hydrosol or oil and mix into a smooth paste.
- Patch test. Try a small amount on the inside of your arm first, as this mud contains natural salts and minerals.
- Apply. Spread a thick coating over clean skin, avoiding the eyes and lips.
- Leave on. Leave for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse. Wash off with warm water, pat dry and follow with your favourite oil or moisturiser. For best results, steam the face first to open the pores.
Using It in Soap, Bath & Scrubs ▼
These are common maker starting points, not fixed rules. Results vary with your recipe, so always test a small batch first.
| Use | Starting amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Face mask | 1 tbsp clay + 1-2 tbsp water or hydrosol | Add a few drops of carrier oil for a creamier mask. Rinse before it dries completely. |
| Body wrap or paste | 2-3 tbsp clay + water to a spreadable paste | Apply to the body and rinse off after about 10 minutes. |
| Bath | 1/4-1/2 cup per bath | Sprinkle in while the bath runs, or pre-mix into a paste. Use a mesh bag or rinse the tub well afterwards. |
| Cold process soap | About 1 tsp-1 tbsp per 500 g of soap oils | Stir into a little oil first, then add at light trace. Dead Sea mud gives a dark grey-brown tone. |
| Melt and pour soap | About 1 tsp-1 tbsp per 500 g of base | Mix to a paste with a little vegetable glycerine first, then stir into the melted base. Too much can make a soap feel dry or dull. |
| Bath bombs | About 1 tbsp per 500 g of dry mix | Mix through the dry ingredients until the colour is even. Can stain tubs lightly. |
| Scrubs | 1-2 tbsp per cup of sugar or salt scrub base | Mix into the base with your chosen oil. |
See the cosmetic making supplies collection for oils, butters and bases to formulate with.
Tips & Troubleshooting ▼
| Problem | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Clumps when mixing | Liquid poured onto dry clay | Sprinkle the clay onto the liquid instead and let it sit for a minute before stirring. |
| Mask dries hard and feels tight | Left on too long, or too little liquid | Rinse while still slightly damp, use a little more water or a few drops of carrier oil, and moisturise afterwards. |
| Skin looks red or feels sore | Sensitivity to clay or an added ingredient | Rinse with cool water. Patch test before use, keep the first sessions short, and stop if irritation continues. |
| Colour changes in soap | Clays can shift in colour in lye or with heat | Test a small batch. Mixing the clay with a little oil or glycerine first helps it blend evenly. |
| Specks or streaks in soap | Clay not fully mixed in | Mix to a smooth paste before adding, then stick-blend or stir well. |
| Mix spoils or smells off | Water-based mixes can grow mould | Mix fresh and use straight away, and discard leftovers. Add a suitable preservative to anything you plan to keep. |
| Blocked drain | Clay settling in pipes | Wipe off with a cloth where you can, use a strainer, and run plenty of water after a bath. |
| Mask stings | Natural salts and minerals in the mud | Rinse straight away with cool water. Do not use on broken, freshly shaved or irritated skin. |
Safety & Selling Your Products ▼
This product is a cosmetic raw material for external use only. Do not swallow it, keep it out of reach of children, keep it away from the eyes and do not use it on broken or irritated skin. Fine powders can irritate the airways, so wear a dust mask when weighing or pouring and avoid creating dust clouds. Do a patch test before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs.
This mud contains natural salts and minerals that can sting broken, freshly shaved or irritated skin. Keep it away from the eyes.
Mix clays in glass, ceramic, plastic or wooden bowls and tools, and avoid metal. Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Do not rinse large amounts of mask, bath or scrub down the sink, as clay can settle and block drains. Wipe it off with a cloth and put it in the bin, or use a strainer.
Selling what you make? This is a raw material for makers. The formulation, preservation, safety assessment, labelling and any regulatory requirements for your finished cosmetics or soap (including the NZ cosmetic rules) are your responsibility, and health or treatment claims should not be made for your products. Contact us at info@purefx.co.nz if you need product information.
Frequently Asked Questions ▼
Is it a wet mud or a powder?
It is a dried, fine powder. Add water, a hydrosol or oil when you are ready to use it.
What colour does it make in soap?
A dark grey to brown tone, depending on your recipe.
How long can I leave it on?
About 10 minutes is typical. Rinse before it dries hard.
Can it be used on hair?
Many makers use clay and mud in hair and scalp masks. Test first and rinse well.
Can I eat it or use it internally?
No. It is sold for external cosmetic use only.
Sizes & Price
| Pack | Price | Price per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| 100 g | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| 200 g | $14.50 | $7.25 |
| 500 g | $34.00 | $6.80 |
| 1 kg | $58.00 | $5.80 |
Pairs Well With
Pair with activated charcoal, bentonite clay or French green clay, and add lavender essential oil or frankincense essential oil. For a spa-style soak add Epsom salts or Dead Sea salt. Mix with hydrosol or jojoba oil for a mask, or use in soap with a white SLS-free melt and pour base. Browse all clays and cosmetic powders. |
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