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Diatomaceous Earth

Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Clay (DE)

Original price $4.00 - Original price $30.00
Original price
$4.00
$4.00 - $30.00
Current price $4.00

Premium Ultra Fine Diatomaceous Earth Clay | Australian Natural Exfoliant

 

 

Elevate skincare & crafts with ultra fine diatomaceous earth clay. Perfect for gentle facial exfoliation, soap additives and natural pest control, this 20um powder delivers detox and precision.

Skincare & Soap Applications

Enhance formulations with diatomaceous earth for skincare Australia. Provides mild exfoliation, oil absorption and silky texture.

  • Facial Mask: 1–2 tbsp with water for pore-detox and smooth skin
  • Cold Process Soap: 1–2 tsp per kilo at trace for gentle scrub
  • Bath Bomb: 1 tbsp per batch with citric acid for texture and fizz

Other Creative Uses

Explore beyond skin with diatomaceous earth powder Australia — ideal for pest control and garden.

  • Pet Dust: Dust lightly for natural flea control
  • Garden Spray: 1 tbsp per 4L for insect protection
  • Household Cleaner: Mix with baking soda for abrasive scrub

Frequently Asked Questions About Ultra Fine Diatomaceous Earth Clay

Q: Is diatomaceous earth safe for facial skin and soap in Australia?
A: Yes — ultra-fine 20um, food-grade, TGA-compliant for exfoliation and cosmetic use.

Q: What’s diatomaceous earth and how does it work?
A: Fossilised diatoms — silica shells puncture insect exoskeletons, dehydrate pests. Gentle on skin, lethal to bugs.

Q: How much in masks, soap or pest control?
A: 1–2 tbsp in masks; 1–2 tsp/kilo in soap; 1 tbsp/4L for ants. Avoid inhalation.

Q: Is it food-grade or safe for pets?
A: Food-grade, pet-safe — sterilised via UV/sunlight, <0.5% crystalline silica. Dust lightly on fur.

Q: Does it ship across Australia?
A: Yes — delivery Australia wide.

Q: What makes your diatomaceous earth unique?
A: Mined in Australia, 20um ultra-fine — max potency, no additives, sterilised for purity.

Q: How to store in humid climates?
A: Sealed, cool, dry — indefinite shelf. In QLD/NT, airtight jar with silica to prevent clumping.

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Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Clay (DE)