How to Use Fuller's Earth

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Fuller's earth is a clay-like material made from aluminum silicate.^{[1]
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Steps

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Sprinkle fuller's earth on items of clothing and upholstery with a fat-based stain that cannot be washed. Leave it to sit overnight. The next day, simply brush off and the stain should lift with the Fuller's earth.^{[2]
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- Use it to absorb stain such as wine from materials that cannot be washed.
- Use it on the floor of a garage, driveway, or other area where there is an oil spill.
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Use very finely powdered fuller's earth on the skin. Mix it with a few drops of rosewater to make a paste and apply to the skin. Leave on for 15 minutes to invigorate, cool, and soothe skin. It also has antiseptic properties.^{[3]
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- A face mask made of fuller's earth and orange juice can help to remove acne from your face.
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Use fuller's earth as a compress to relieve insect bites, menstrual cramps, muscle pain, or burns. Simply mix with a little water and apply/hold in place with a cloth such as muslin or linen.^{[4]
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Use fuller's earth as a deodorizer. Fuller's earth is often found in kitty litter to help absorb smells. Sprinkle a little over smelly carpet, upholstery, etc. to deodorize. Vacuum up the next day or when the odor has gone.^{[5]
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Community Q&A

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Where do I dispose of Fuller's earth that was used as cat litter?

Community Answer

You can dispose of it in a trash bag in your regular trash.
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How much fuller earth to how much orange juice to clear acne?

Community Answer

For acne, you need a basic quantity of 50 to 70 ml of orange juice and fuller earth till it makes a good paste or 25 to 30gm.

Warnings

Do not use industrial fuller's earth for skin; it must be cosmetic grade quality.

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As with any product for the skin, do a skin patch test to ensure that you have no allergies.

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While this is generally a safe product, it does produce a fine dust, so protect your eyes and respiratory system but accidentally inhaling a small amount shouldn't result in harm.^{[8]
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