4 skin benefits of charcoal you didn't know

Portia Arthur

July 10, 2017 11:23 AM

Unbelievable, but very true. Charcoal has many health and beauty benefits when used safely and properly.

Charcoal

For oily skin

Activated charcoal is the best ingredient you need to balance things out if you have oily skin. Used in a cleanser or mask, activated charcoal can pull the unwanted excess oils from your skin, leaving it smooth. You’ll want to do this sparingly once or twice per week at the most so that you don’t over-dry your skin.

Charcoal soap treats acne

For many women who struggle with acne, this common kitchen item can treat acne.

Acne can have a really debilitating effect on their self-esteem.

Charcoal soap has been found to provide relief from acne. It removes both skin impurities and toxins, and can even clear up acne scars.

Charcoal soap treats Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin condition that doesn’t really ever go away. Charcoal soap is an amazing exfoliant that removes dead skin cells. It also sweeps up grime and dirt and treats psoriasis.

Soothe and heal bites, cuts and skin irritations

Whether you were stung by a bee or had a cut from the kitchen that’s wound up infected, activated charcoal can help speed the healing and relieve the symptoms.

For minor skin ailments including insect bites, stings, cuts, scrapes and minor infections activated charcoal can be applied topically. The activated charcoal, when applied as a paste, helps absorb venom and infection. It will also bring down swelling and lessen pain.

To make the paste: slowly add water to a bit of activated charcoal powder and mix until it is a spreadable consistency.

Portia Arthur