Activated Charcoal has always been known for its extraordinary adsorption capacity, which gives it particularly interesting purifying and detoxifying properties. As a mask, a scrub, a soap … it is the most popular natural ingredient at the moment. In this article, discover all the qualities that earned him this title, as well as the different formulation possibilities.

Powdered Activated Charcoal for external use is made from carbon-rich plant material that is calcined twice and at high temperature.

Activated Charcoal is any charcoal which has undergone a second calcination with steam and gas (or which has been activated with chemical activating agents). This process significantly increases the porosity of carbon and therefore its adsorption capacity. It then obtains a great property of fixing and retaining certain molecules placed in contact with it, hence its capacity to absorb and purify. Activated Vegetable Charcoal comes from the carbonization of coconut shells, or from the combustion of all kinds of organic matter rich in carbon (ash wood, poplar wood).

Powerful adsorbent and detoxifier, it helps capture pollutants and toxins that accumulate in the skin: environmental pollutants, chemical residues from cosmetic products, but also toxins excreted by the skin. The use of Activated Charcoal eliminates excess sebum and thus mattifies and smoothes the skin.
Purifying, it cleanses the skin and adsorbs bacteria responsible for certain infections (known action on staphylococci). The use of charcoal helps eliminate excess sebum and thus mattify and smooth the skin.
Intense black vegetable coloring, effective at low doses. Thanks to its strong coloring power, vegetable charcoal can be used in make-up in mascaras, kohls, eye shadows, etc.

Good to know: charcoal is hydrophobic, it does not absorb water, and therefore its use does not present any risk of dehydration for the skin.

Olive & Activated Charcoal Soap: When 100% natural activated charcoal is incorporated into a mild olive oil surgras soap, it makes it a powerful adsorbent. It can penetrate the pores of the skin, thus removing toxins, impurities and excess oil. The combination of charcoal and olive oil gently reduces acne with its purifying and anti-inflammatory effects.

Natural Activated Carbon Toothpaste: 100% natural activated carbon toothpaste replaces traditional toothpaste, is not harmful to the environment, and is purifying. It helps to clean teeth, eliminate bad breath and whiten teeth.

Activated Charcoal Face Mask: Activated charcoal masks have an excellent adsorption capacity, which in particular has very interesting purifying and detoxifying properties. Perfect for the face, an activated vegetable charcoal mask eliminates impurities and pollutants.

Or, the Activated Carbon can be marketed in its pure state. Customers who are fond of natural cosmetics are often interested in creating personalized and DIY blends. Prodigia’s vegetable activated charcoal has excellent adsorption capacity, and goes very well with other natural ingredients. It is used as an asset to create homemade masks, soaps, cleansers or exfoliators.
Are you looking for Premium Quality Activated Carbon? Discover the one that Prodigia offers for sale in bulk. If you are interested in white-label natural cosmetic products, our Activated Charcoal-based range will appeal to you: Activated Charcoal Face Mask, Olive & Activated Charcoal Soap, Natural Activated Carbon Toothpaste.