Meaning ❉ Clay cleansing refers to the gentle purification of textured hair, particularly Black and mixed-race hair, using natural mineral clays like bentonite or rhassoul. This practice offers a nuanced approach to hair care systematization, providing a periodic reset that removes product buildup and environmental residues without stripping the hair’s vital moisture. A truly clean base allows for more responsive strands, where subsequent conditioning and styling products perform with quiet efficiency, contributing to the overall health of your hair. For practical application, the finely milled clay is combined with water or other liquids to form a smooth, yielding paste, then carefully applied to damp strands, massaged with a light touch, and rinsed thoroughly. This method supports the hair’s natural curl patterns and helps maintain the scalp’s delicate equilibrium, promoting an environment where hair feels light and genuinely clean, a thoughtful acknowledgement of coily and kinky textures.
