What Are The Benefits Of Charcoal Black Soap?
Charcoal Black Soap has been making a splash in the world of skincare in recent years, and for good reason! Charcoal is a natural ingredient that has the ability to absorb toxins, chemicals and unpleasant odors have long been known to practitioners and the general public alike.
Adding activated charcoal to beauty, body, and skin care products is a fantastic way to absorb and draw out oils and dirt stuck in your pores. At Edens Garden, we decided to harness this power by including activated charcoal in our cold-processed natural soap bar. Our Charcoal soap also includes Lavender essential oil, adding a subtle floral aroma and anti-inflammatory properties.
What is Activated Charcoal soap?
Activated charcoal is charcoal soot that has been treated to become more sponge-like in texture. In order to become “activated,” the charcoal goes through a high-temperature steam-activation process. This process opens up the carbon structure, thereby making the charcoal highly porous, which increases its ability to absorb into the skin.
Top 6 Charcoal Soap Benefits
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Lifts and Removes Impurities: Activated charcoal draws out micro-particles like bacteria, chemicals, and dirt to the surface of the skin, which is then washed off and rinsed down the drain. It has a proven ability to absorb thousands of times its own mass in harmful substances. Your skin is left feeling soft and supple rather than tight and dry.
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Absorbs Deeper Than Conventional Face Wash Cleansers: Typical cleansers tend to contain surfactants that serve only to remove surface dirt and oil. This is generally done through the use of synthetic detergents that strip the skin of surface oils but can’t necessarily reach into the pores. Activated charcoal, on the other hand, can draw out dirt and impurities from deep within the skin. Over time, the build-up of toxins and grime can cause your pores to become larger and more noticeable. By pulling and clearing the pores, charcoal soap can shrink their appearance over time.
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Ideal for All Skin Types: Activated charcoal is fantastic for oily skin due to its ability to absorb oil and dirt. While it extracts the excessive sebum, it also moisturizes and nourishes for those with dry skin. Furthermore, charcoal’s ability to soothe redness and irritated skin makes it ideal for sensitive skin types as well!
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Gently Exfoliates: In addition to lifting away dirt and grime, our charcoal soap also whisks away dead skin. This exfoliating action help effectively clears skin blemishes and reduces the size of pores. When skin is exfoliated, it allows all the benefits of moisturizers (like our Body Oils) and serums (find our DIY serum here!) to be effectively absorbed. Exfoliating the entire body leaves your skin fresh and smooth from head to toe.
- Great for Acne-Prone Skin: Acne is formed when pore-clogging skin impurities are built within your hair follicles and are blocked by dead skin cells and sebum. To prevent this occurrence, it is essential to pay attention to cleansing in your skincare. With the gentle exfoliation from an activated charcoal soap, you may prevent clogged pores and stubborn acne.
- Treatment for Psoriasis & Eczema: Using charcoal soap as part of your skincare routine can also help with detoxifying your skin. A skin condition like eczema or psoriasis can easily worsen without proper cleaning or treatment. A charcoal cleanser could help extract bacteria and dead skin cells to promote better and healthier skin.
Our Activated Charcoal Soap Bar Contains Lavender: On top of the remarkable cleaning action of activated charcoal, the Charcoal natural bar soap also incorporates the highly versatile Lavender essential oil. Not only does Lavender bring calmness and restoration to the mind, but it’s packed with soothing properties and antioxidants that support healthy skin. So lather up and bring on the soapy goodness!
About the Author, Danielle De Guzman
Danielle De Guzman is the Social Media Manager for Edens Garden. Danielle’s background in the beauty industry sparked her interest in natural, non-toxic skincare and holistic remedies. Her passion for essential oils and people shines in her work and in her daily interactions with our EG family.
This article was reviewed by our Lead Aromatherapist,
Bella Martinez is a Certified Aromatherapist, Natural Skincare Formulator and Edens Garden’s lead aromatherapist. An industry expert, Bella has spent years training and learning in the aromatherapy field, which she continues annually. Her passion is taking evidence-based aromatherapy and making it approachable for all.
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