In the case of purulent dyshidrosis, psoriasis, suppurating eczemas, warts on the sole of the foot (these being just a few of the encountered dermatoses), clay therapy with Blue Clay acts in two ways:
For severe, localized cases, poultices are maintained for about 1 hour and will be renewed more quickly in case of unbearable heat sensation, the treatment consisting of applying a number of about 3-5 poultices per day, after the eczemas have been previously washed with chamomile tea. Poultices will be covered with cellophane/nylon throughout the entire period they are maintained, to keep the clay moist.
For cases where the affected area is more extensive, clay baths are recommended, once a day. The treatment should be carried out for 3-5 days, even if results are visible sooner.
Recommendations for the most efficient use of Blue Clay compresses/poultices
To make the composition, Blue Clay is mixed (in a glass, wood, or ceramic vessel) with warm water until a dense paste is obtained. Before application, the paste must be left to mature for approx. 4 hours.
The poultices are applied to the affected areas so that the covered surface is slightly larger than the treated area and covered with nylon/cellophane foil to keep the moisture of the composition (dry clay has no therapeutic effect). The duration of application of the poultices is usually 1.5 - 2 hours.
To increase efficiency, the paste can be combined with small amounts of oils, tinctures, or plant macerates, depending on the condition. The application of poultices on the abdominal area should be avoided by women during the menstrual cycle.
Recommendations for Blue Clay baths
For a treatment, approximately 10 kg of Blue Clay is recommended. On the first day of treatment, approx. 2 kg of Blue Clay is added to the bathtub, then a little water is added until the clay softens. It is recommended to leave the composition to mature for approx. 4 hours. The bathtub is filled with warm water and the bath is taken for approx. 40 - 50 minutes.
After the bath, the bathtub is not emptied, the remaining water being removed on the second day with a hose. Over the remaining clay, another 2 kg of clay is added, repeating the process. From the sixth to the twelfth day, the bath is practically done with the entire amount of clay (10 kg). The duration of treatment is usually between 8 - 12 days.
Recommended products: For clay water baths: 1-5 pieces of Blue Clay Powder - 2 kg., 1-2 pieces of Blue Clay Powder - 1 kg. - for internal treatment (in the case of psoriasis - min. 1 month) and Blue Clay Paste - 500 g. for poultices.