Some people claim that charcoal products are effective for skin care. There is limited evidence for this, but in general they are safe to use for more beautiful skin or to combat skin ailments such as acne.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Enhancing Skin with Charcoal
Step 1. Make a charcoal face mask
Few ingredients are enough to make a refreshing mask. There is no research proving the effectiveness of this treatment, but many people have found it helpful. You will need powdered activated charcoal, rose water, aloe vera gel, and a couple of drops of tea tree oil.
- Mix equal parts of charcoal powder, rose water, and aloe vera gel. Add two drops of tea tree oil.
- Make sure you use a few drops of the oil, otherwise you risk irritating your skin.
Step 2. Apply the mask to the entire face (include forehead, cheeks and nose) by tapping it with a cotton swab
However, avoid the eye area.
- Once the mask is applied, rinse it off: you should be able to eliminate dirt residues and toxins, at least in part.
- Wash your face. At this point it should look fresh and clean.
Step 3. Exfoliate your face with a charcoal scrub
Some people find it effective, but there are no scientific studies on it. You can try this treatment and see if it is right for you. Buy a charcoal scrub online or at a store that sells beauty products. To use it, massage it on your face. It will help to clear the pores, making the skin smooth and fresh.
To use it safely, follow the instructions on the package. Make sure you apply any charcoal-based product correctly
Step 4. Try a charcoal-based product to unclog pores
Some people find it effective for this purpose. After doing the scrub, if your pores are still clogged, invest in a scrub product. You can find it online or at a beauty shop.
- Many pore-free charcoal-based products are sold as foaming cleansers that are applied to the skin and washed off with warm water.
- The specific detergent you will use will be accompanied by very specific instructions. Almost all of them should be used in a similar way.
Method 2 of 3: Using Charcoal to Treat Various Skin Disorders
Step 1. Treat small bites and cuts with a charcoal scrub
This method has not been proven by medical research, but some people have tried it and found it effective. Mix a handful of charcoal with water to make a paste. This active ingredient helps remove bacteria, accelerating healing.
Apply the paste to areas affected by insect bites, bites, cuts and scratches, then see if it works well
Step 2. Get rid of acne
Many people are convinced that charcoal scrubs are effective for fighting acne, but this method has not been thoroughly researched by dermatologists. Charcoal sold in the form of soap has a grainy texture and can help exfoliate the skin by removing impurities.
- You can use charcoal to fight acne by massaging it into your skin, then rinse it off.
- If you don't want to use it on the entire face, you can only apply it on problem areas.
Step 3. Treat oily skin
Charcoal scrubs can also be useful for oily skin, but research is limited. Buy a charcoal cleansing mask online or at a store that sells beauty items. Apply it to your face to remove excess sebum.
Charcoal face masks should only be used once or twice a week to treat oily skin, otherwise they could dehydrate it
Step 4. Minimize the pores
If they are rather dilated, try using charcoal to fix the problem. Buy a face mask online or at a beauty shop to loosen and tighten pores.
Try doing the treatment a couple of times a week and see if you get good results
Method 3 of 3: Avoid Possible Problems
Step 1. When using a charcoal-based product, try to do it in moderation
There are still no in-depth scientific studies on this, so the safety of these products has not been confirmed. It is therefore necessary to proceed with caution. Use charcoal only two or three times a week.
Step 2. Stop using a product if you have an adverse reaction
Coal has not been thoroughly tested, so it is possible to have side effects. If you notice any skin irritation or other abnormalities, stop using it. If problems affecting the skin or health in general develop soon after starting treatment, this may be the cause.
Step 3. See a doctor to treat a disorder
Many people try using charcoal to heal cuts, scrapes, and stings. If you give it a try, the problem may not get better or worse. In this case, go to your doctor to get a prescription for treatment.
