Activated charcoal: its unsuspected virtues for health and beauty

5. Support for kidney function

For some patients with kidney failure, medicinal charcoal can ease the workload of the kidneys by capturing certain metabolic wastes such as urea.

This use must be carried out under strict medical supervision.

6. A purifying treatment for the skin

In cosmetology, activated charcoal has established itself as a star ingredient in skin care products for blemish-prone skin.

Its skin benefits:

• It absorbs excess sebum and accumulated impurities.
• It helps unclog pores and prevent acne breakouts.

Application tips:

• As a face mask once or twice a week maximum.
• As a localized treatment on pimples, mixed with a few drops of water to form a paste.

Caution: dry or reactive skin should be used sparingly to avoid any risk of irritation.