Activated Charcoal


What is Activated Charcoal?

Pronounced `aktəˌvāt `CHärˌkōl. It’s an ingredient made from wood or coconut shells, which then goes through a process to remove hydrogen, tar and methane. Becoming a more porous material, that binds or soaks up other substances.

What will it do?

It’s basically a green detox ingredient. It not only can purify water but can also pull dirt, oil and toxins from the skin. This is a great ingredient for fighting acne, reducing pore size and giving you a smoother complexion.

Ingredient Tip

Charcoal can be hazardous to your lungs, so make sure if you’re using a powder product don’t breath it in.


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