{"id":20624,"date":"2018-11-22T17:36:51","date_gmt":"2018-11-22T12:06:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.urbanclap.com\/blog\/?p=20624"},"modified":"2018-11-22T17:36:51","modified_gmt":"2018-11-22T12:06:51","slug":"charcoal-face-masks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/appstudio.co.in\/ucblog\/beauty\/skincare\/charcoal-face-masks\/","title":{"rendered":"Charcoal Face Masks: Why, How, and Which One You Should Use"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-20625\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/How-to-Choose-Eyeshadow-Colors-3.png\" alt=\"DIY-Charcoal-Mask\" width=\"736\" height=\"280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/22173528\/How-to-Choose-Eyeshadow-Colors-3.png 820w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/22173528\/How-to-Choose-Eyeshadow-Colors-3-300x114.png 300w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/22173528\/How-to-Choose-Eyeshadow-Colors-3-768x292.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal seems to be buzzword in beauty and healthcare. There are charcoal face masks, charcoal face washes, charcoal scrubs, charcoal toothpastes, toothbrushes, detoxifying juices, and what have you. Why though? What makes charcoal face masks a &#8216;miracle&#8217; beauty product? Why are people constantly looking for DIY charcoal face masks and beauty aids? what is activated charcoal anyway? \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this post you will learn:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What are the benefits of charcoal face masks?<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to make a charcoal face mask for acne<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the ingredients you need for a DIY charcoal face wash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to make a charcoal face mask for blackheads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which are the best charcoal face masks out there?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What are the Benefits of Charcoal Face Masks?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal is charcoal that has been treated to increase its <\/span><b><i>adsorbing<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> qualities. This means that it attracts certain organic (carbon-based) compounds to its surface, and makes them stick. And this is why charcoal effectively pulls out dirt, toxins, and oil, from skin and hair. Charcoal powder is used to treat acne, control oil, whiten teeth, boost hair growth, and treat scalp conditions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip! Add charcoal face masks to your regular beauty routine. To learn how, read our step by step guide on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanclap.com\/blog\/beauty\/step-by-step-guide-how-to-do-face-cleanup-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> HOW TO DO A FACE CLEANUP AT HOME.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><b>Charcoal Face Masks for Blackheads and Acne<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal effectively clears clogged pores of dirt and impurities, the build-up of which causes acne, blackheads, and whiteheads. You can make an acne mask using activated charcoal, clay powder, and apple cider vinegar. The vinegar has antibacterial properties that fight pimple-causing bacteria. However, it is also a very strong, acidic substance that needs to be diluted with water before applying on the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22534\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/shutterstock_1097805914-512x342.jpg\" alt=\"charcoal face mask\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150711\/shutterstock_1097805914-512x342.jpg 512w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150711\/shutterstock_1097805914-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150711\/shutterstock_1097805914-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150711\/shutterstock_1097805914-1199x800.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150711\/shutterstock_1097805914-900x601.jpg 900w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150711\/shutterstock_1097805914.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22536\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/shutterstock_1097806784-512x342.jpg\" alt=\"charcoal peel off mask\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151005\/shutterstock_1097806784-512x342.jpg 512w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151005\/shutterstock_1097806784-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151005\/shutterstock_1097806784-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151005\/shutterstock_1097806784-1199x800.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151005\/shutterstock_1097806784-900x601.jpg 900w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151005\/shutterstock_1097806784.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22537\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/shutterstock_1094199704-512x342.jpg\" alt=\"charcoal peel off mask\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151048\/shutterstock_1094199704-512x342.jpg 512w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151048\/shutterstock_1094199704-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151048\/shutterstock_1094199704-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151048\/shutterstock_1094199704-900x601.jpg 900w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151048\/shutterstock_1094199704.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b>#1. Black Charcoal Peel Off Mask for Blackheads<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (absorbs excess oil and impurities): 1\/2 teaspoon or 1 capsule<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gelatine (to nourish the skin and make the base for the peel off mask): 1 teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clay powder (absorbs oil and tightens skin): 1 teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tea Tree Oil (anti-acne): 2-3 drops<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot water &#8211; 2 tablespoons <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Mix the charcoal powder with the clay and gelatine with a wooden spatula. The wooden spatula would preserve the properties of the gelatine. Add the hot water and mix well. Next, add the tea tree oil and mix once again. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a makeup brush to apply the peel off mask quickly, before it thickens. In case the face mask dries in the bowl use teaspoon of hot water to revive it. Apply the peel off mask evenly all over your face, and wait for 20 minutes or until the charcoal face mask dries completely. Gently peel off the mask in small sections. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Precautions!\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DO NOT pull the face mask in case it doesn&#8217;t come off, especially in areas close to your eyebrows. You might just pull out your eyebrow hair! Instead, use a towel soaked in warm water to clean those areas. Remember that the mask pieces aren&#8217;t soluble which means you can&#8217;t wash them down the drain. Throw away in the bin instead. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know? Tea tree oil is an effective remedy for problem skin types. Read our post and learn how to use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanclap.com\/blog\/beauty\/tea-tree-oil-for-acne\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TEA TREE OIL FOR ACNE.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><b>#2. Charcoal Scrub for Blackheads<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal clears the skin pores of impurities. Use it with rice flour and almond oil to make a body scrub that exfoliates dead cells, clears clogged pores, and leaves your skin hydrated and glowing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22535\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/shutterstock_738898249-512x339.jpg\" alt=\"charcoal scrub\" width=\"512\" height=\"339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150809\/shutterstock_738898249-512x339.jpg 512w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150809\/shutterstock_738898249-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150809\/shutterstock_738898249-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150809\/shutterstock_738898249-900x596.jpg 900w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04150809\/shutterstock_738898249.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baking soda (exfoliant): 1 tablespoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lavender essential oil (soothes skin, antibacterial): 2-3 drops<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almond oil (nourishes skin): 1 tablespoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice flour (lightens skin): 2 tablespoons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (absorbs excess oil and impurities): 2 teaspoons<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Mix all the ingredients to make a body scrub for one use. This scrub can be used once a week. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip! If you suffer from dandruff or thinning hair, use lavender essential oil. To learn more, read our post on how to use <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanclap.com\/blog\/beauty\/lavender-oil-for-hair-growth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LAVENDER OIL FOR HAIR GROWTH.<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><b>#3. DIY Charcoal Face Mask for Acne<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (absorbs excess oil and impurities): \u00bd teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clay powder (absorbs oil and tightens skin): 1 tablespoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple cider vinegar (antibacterial): 2 teaspoons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water (to dilute the vinegar and make the paste): 1 tablespoon<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Apply this mixture for 10 minutes. Wash it off with cool water. Apply moisturiser after rinsing your face, since the charcoal and clay may cause the skin to dry out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>#4. Charcoal Spot Treatment for Acne <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have pimples, you can try this spot treatment that is simple to make, using activated charcoal powder, lavender essential oil, and aloe vera juice. While the lavender oil reduces redness and inflammation, the aloe vera juice acts as a carrier for the essential oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (absorbs excess oil and impurities): \u00bd teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aloe vera juice (moisturiser): 1 tablespoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lavender essential oil: 2-3 drops<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Mix to make a thick paste. Apply it night, over the affected. Wash off the next morning. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for a way to to wake to a glowing face? We&#8217;ll give you 11! Read up on these 11 ways to wake up to a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanclap.com\/blog\/beauty\/ways-to-wake-up-to-a-bright-morning-and-a-brighter-face\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BRIGHT MORNING FACE.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Charcoal Face Masks for Oily Skin <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The adsorbing qualities of activated charcoal make it a good remedy for oily skin. You can make a DIY cleanser using activated charcoal powder and organic coconut oil. Contrary to what you&#8217;ve heard oil is \u00a0for oily skin types. Not only does it restore your skin&#8217;s moisture lost to soap, or in this case charcoal, it also mixes with oil-based dirt trapped inside your pores, and cleans it out thoroughly. To this mix, you can add an exfoliator like baking soda, and essential oils like lavender and rosemary, in case you have acne-prone skin. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22538\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/shutterstock_1039294609-512x341.jpg\" alt=\"DIY charcoal mask for oily skin\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151345\/shutterstock_1039294609-512x341.jpg 512w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151345\/shutterstock_1039294609-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151345\/shutterstock_1039294609-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151345\/shutterstock_1039294609.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151345\/shutterstock_1039294609-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b>#5. DIY Charcoal Face Mask for Oily Skin with Oils<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (for cleansing and oil control)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic coconut oil (for moisturisation) \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baking soda (for dead skin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rosemary essential oil (for inflammation)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lavender essential oil (for acne): 2-3 drops<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:\u00a0<\/strong> Mix the ingredients to make a thin paste. Apply it to your face in circular motions. Wash it off.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> #6. DIY Charcoal Face Mask with Green Tea<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this simple DIY charcoal mask with clay and green tea once a week to make your skin glow. While multani mitti or clay is an age old ingredient to control oil, the detoxifying qualities of green tea have been vouched for by man.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (absorbs excess oil and toxins) \u2013 1 teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clay powder (absorbs excess oil and toxins) \u2013 1 tablespoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brewed Green tea (astringent and rich in antioxidants)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Mix the ingredients to make a smooth paste. Apply this evenly on your face and neck. Leave it on till it dries, before washing off with cool water. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip! Cocoa butter is to dry skin what charcoal is to oily skin. To learn more, browse through our post on how to use<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanclap.com\/blog\/beauty\/cocoa-butter-uses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> COCOA BUTTER USES FOR DRY SKIN.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Other Uses of Charcoal Masks<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>#7. Remedies With Charcoal for Dark Underarms<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides being a adsorbent, activated charcoal is also a whitening agent. Use it as a paste with raw honey for lighter and smooth underarms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal powder (bleaches under: 1 teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic honey: 2 tablespoons<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Make a smooth paste and apply. \u00a0Let it stay for 20 minutes before washing off with lukewarm water. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>#8. Charcoal DIY Hair Mask for Hair Growth<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22539\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.urbanclap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/shutterstock_563503303-254x384.jpg\" alt=\"charcoal hair mask\" width=\"254\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151715\/shutterstock_563503303-254x384.jpg 254w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151715\/shutterstock_563503303-99x150.jpg 99w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151715\/shutterstock_563503303-768x1159.jpg 768w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151715\/shutterstock_563503303-530x800.jpg 530w, https:\/\/de927adv5b23k.cloudfront.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/04151715\/shutterstock_563503303-900x1359.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 254px) 100vw, 254px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal absorbs dirt and other impurities from the scalp. It unclogs the hair follicles and improves hair growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shampoo: 1 tablespoon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activated charcoal powder (cleanses the scalp): \u00bc teaspoon<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong> Mix the charcoal powder with your shampoo, and apply it to your scalp. Do this once a week. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Last Words on Charcoal Face Masks<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Here are answers to frequently asked questions we often get about charcoal face masks.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Are charcoal face masks good for your skin?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal face masks are best used for oily skin and acne prone skin. The adsorbing properties of activated charcoal aid it in pulling out impurities from deep within the skin, unclog the pores, and balance natural oils. Charcoal face masks are not recommended for dry skin types since they cause the skin to dry out. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Which are the best charcoal face masks?<\/b><\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 597px;\" width=\"703\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Product<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HipHop Charcoal Nose Strips Blackhead Remover (3 Strips)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.90<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DearPacker Home Remedy Charcoal Mask (single use)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.100<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jovees Activated Charcoal Detoxifying Face Masque<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.335<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matra Activated Charcoal Face Pack<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.345<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabindia Charcoal Face Mask<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.360<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lushveda Facial Treatment Pack &#8211; Anti Acne Activated Charcoal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.385<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Faces Urban Balance Charcoal Peel Off Mask<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.449<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inatur Charcoal Face Mask for Men<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rs.450<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>What is a charcoal peel off mask?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A charcoal peel off mask contains activated charcoal. Peel-off masks have to be &#8216;peeled off&#8217; your face after they dry, unlike other face masks which are washed off with water. The peel-off action helps pull out impurities from deep within the pores. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Activated charcoal seems to be buzzword in beauty and healthcare. There are charcoal face masks, charcoal face washes, charcoal scrubs, charcoal toothpastes, toothbrushes, detoxifying juices, and what have you. Why though? What makes charcoal face masks a &#8216;miracle&#8217; beauty product? 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