Charcoal
Purifying & oil-absorbing
What is Charcoal?
A porous powder that absorbs excess oil and helps lift away dirt and impurities, used in cleansers, masks and scrubs. It works at the surface of the skin and is rinsed away. Gentle, though very oily-skin formulas can feel drying.
In skincare terms, Charcoal is a cleansing ingredient that helps lift away dirt, oil and makeup.
What does it do?
Charcoal is primarily used for purifying & oil-absorbing.
Who it may suit
It is generally considered gentle and well tolerated by most skin types.
Where you'll find it
In our catalogue, Charcoal appears in skincare, masks, cleansers.
Also listed as
On an ingredients label (INCI), Charcoal may appear as: charcoal powder, charcoal, activated charcoal, carbon black.
Related ingredients
This is educational information, not medical advice. Skin reactions vary between individuals — patch test new products and consult a professional if you have specific concerns.
