Charcoal

Primary Function

Stabilizer

Health Score

8/10

Eco Score

7/10

Also Known As

activated charcoal, activated carbon

About Charcoal

Activated charcoal used in skincare for its ability to adsorb excess oil and impurities from pores. Popular in cleansing masks and scrubs.

Formulation Role & Skin Benefits

Charcoal is selected for formulations requiring protecting delicate active ingredients from degrading due to light, air, or heat, delivering ensuring your product works as effectively on the last day as the first.

Best suited for all skin types, essential for high-performance and antioxidant formulas. Typical formulation context: antioxidant serums, vitamin C formulas, retinol creams, and emulsions.

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