Pure & Fresh Activated Charcoal Powder

Pure & Fresh Activated Charcoal Powder

Aayogi Ayurveda Pure & Fresh Activated Charcoal Powder, It is a very popular product which, in recent years has found great popularity due to its powerful detoxifying and purifying properties. The powder, fine in appearance and black in color, is derived from various natural sources such as coconut shells, wood, or peat and is "activated" by high temperatures during a process that increases the surface area of the particle and makes it highly porous.

Preparation and Application Steps:

What You’ll Need for Skin Care:

• 2-3 tablespoons of Activated Charcoal powder
• 1-2 tablespoons of Rose water, Aloe Vera Gel, honey, Coconut oil or jojoba oil, (Sugar, Oat Meal & Baking soda for scrub) or yogurt (or enough to make a paste)
• (optional): A few drops of Tea Tree oil and Lavender oil (for smoothness & acne) 
• Water
• Mixing bowl
  
• Clean Cloth or Tissues: For wiping off excess product after application

How to use Activated Charcoal Powder for Skin?

Use 1: Activated Charcoal Powder as Face Mask for Detoxification:

1. Mix all together in a bowl the powder of activated charcoal with aloe vera gel and honey.
2. If you are using tea tree oil, add it to the mixture until it forms a smooth paste.
3. Apply evenly to clean skin, avoiding the eye area.
4. Let this be on for 15-20 minutes.
5. Rinse with warm water and pat dry your face. End up with a moisturizer.
   

Use 2: Activated Charcoal Powder as Scrub to remove dead skin cells :

1. Mix activated charcoal in a bowl with sugar or oats. Stir in coconut or olive oil to make a thick paste.
2. Apply the mixture evenly over your face and Massage on wet skin for 2-3 minutes in circular motions.
   
3. Wash off with warm water, using gentle circular motions, You can use a soft cloth to help remove it if needed.
4. Follow up with a moisturizer to hydrate your skin.

Use 3: Activated Charcoal Powder as Peel off Mask to remove black heads :

1. Mix gelatin powder with hot water to dissolve.
2. Add the charcoal paste and stir until it has a thick consistency.
3. Apply this mask thinly all over your face, with emphasis on areas that normally collect blackheads, especially on the nose, chin, and forehead.
4. Let it dry fully; this will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
5. Carefully remove the mask and wash off any residue.

Use 4: Activated Charcoal Powder for Under eye Treatment :

1. Activate Charcoal powder to mix in Chilled Cucumber Juice, as well as in Aloe Vera Gel.
2. Soak cotton pads or an eye mask with the lotion and place it under your eyes.
3. Let it stay on your skin for 10-15 minutes.
4. Gently rinse the area with cool water.

Important Tips:

• Patch Test: Always do a patch test before using Activated Charcoal powder to check for any allergic reactions.
• Storage: Store Activated Charcoal Powder in a cool, dry place to retain its potency.
• Avoid Open Wounds: Do not apply Activated Charcoal powder on open wounds, cuts, or severely irritated skin, as it may cause further irritation.
• Duration of Application: Follow the application instructions for masks and treatments. Applying a product for longer than recommended can cause irritation and, at worst, dryness-conditions aggravated by acidic ingredients like lemon juice.
• Avoid Excessive Scrubbing: When using an exfoliating scrub, be gentle. Scrubbing too hard can irritate the skin and lead to micro-tears.
• Not Suitable for All Skin Types: Activated charcoal is suitable for use on oily or acne-prone skin due to its properties of sucking excess oil. However, if you have dry or sensitive skin, it may cause irritation or more drying out of the skin so do exercise carefully or cut down on usage.
  
• Stop Using in case of Irritation: If you experience any adverse reaction, such as rashes, itching, or redness, discontinue the use of it immediately and wash the area with cool water.
• Apply the product on clean skin: Second, ensure your skin is clean, without any makeup and sunscreen for that matter, before using activated charcoal products. Thus, the activated charcoal will be able to efficiently take out impurities from your pores.
• Do not mix it with harsh actives: You should not use exfoliants and products that contain AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), BHAs (beta hydroxy acids), retinoids, etc., in conjunction with activated charcoal because it can be too harsh on your skin and causes irritation.
• Pre-Mask Steaming: Steam your face prior to applying an activated charcoal mask so that the pores open up and allow the charcoal to penetrate deeper and remove impurities effectively.
  

Conclusion:

In a nutshell, Activated Charcoal has become an enormously popular ingredient in skincare because it's so powerful for detoxifying the skin and deeply cleansing the skin. Its absorptive properties make it very effective at drawing out impurities, excess oils, and toxins from the skin, which is why it is so great for people with oily and acne-prone skin types. Yet it has to be used with caution and not extensively, as it could cause dryness or irritation if it is overused. If it is used properly with precautions, and along with hydrating ingredients, then activated charcoal can be a skincare routine addition that is particularly helpful.