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The use of activated carbon in cosmetics
Which cosmetics with activated carbon can be found in drugstores and pharmacies?
Use of activated carbon in dentistry
Other applications of activated carbon
Contraindications
Summary

Probably everyone associates activated charcoal with a medicine used for poisoning and diarrhoea. However, the properties of this element are much greater. It is used, among other things, in dermatology and ... dentistry.

Activated charcoal was already known in Ancient Greece, as it was applied to infected wounds to help them heal more quickly and to counteract odours.

Use of activated carbon in cosmetics

Activated charcoal has antibacterial and antifungal properties, eliminates skin imperfections, has a healing effect on acne and aids in the treatment of skin diseases, including ringworm. It also works well on enlarged pores - it not only narrows them, but also unblocks them. Activated charcoal is also recommended for people struggling with oily skin to normalise the secretion of skin sebum (sebum).

Activated charcoal also helps to improve the appearance of our hair, as it helps to cleanse it deeply, removes toxins and sebum, which is particularly recommended for people with oily hair problems, and also combats dandruff.

What activated charcoal cosmetics can be found in drugstores and pharmacies?

In pharmacies and drugstores, we can find many cosmetics containing activated charcoal, for both ladies and men, among which we can mention:

3-in-1 cleansing gel, which is designed to exfoliate and unclog pores, leaving the skin clean, fresh and matte;
apeel-off mask - designed for young skin with imperfections, removing blackheads and impurities to deeply cleanse the face and tighten pores;
afacial cleansing gel for men to combat skin impurities, blackheads and visible pores;
apurifying charcoal mask for combination and oily skin - with a powerful detoxifying action to instantly improve skin condition;
deep cleansing nose patches to combat blackheads and regulate sebum production;
shaving foam or gel for men with activated charcoal.

These are, of course, just a few selected cosmetics containing activated charcoal; the market offers many more, so there is something for everyone.

Use of activated carbon in dentistry

Activatedcharcoal has also found its way into toothpastes. It helps to remove impurities from the mouth and teeth and protect them from discolouration.

It contains optical brighteners that make your smile even whiter and brighter. It is particularly recommended for people who drink coffee, tea, wine or smoke cigarettes. This is because it allows the enamel to restore its natural colour. This is because it binds to the microscopic substances that cause stains on the teeth. Of course, activated charcoal toothpastes do not whiten teeth completely, but they do help to improve their appearance to some extent.

Use of activated charcoal in dentistry, photo: panthermedia

Other applications of activated charcoal

Activated charcoal also neutralises foot odour. Special insoles containing activated carbon can be found in some shops and pharmacies. Wearing them effectively eliminates the problem of bacterial and fungal growth and thus foot odour, and inhibits excessive perspiration.

Contraindications

Even if there are indications for the use of activated charcoal, it cannot always be used. Do not use products containing activated charcoal if you are allergic or show hypersensitivity to this ingredient. In addition, pregnant women should consult a doctor before using them.

Summary

If you are not in a risk group, but would like to improve the appearance of your skin, hair or teeth, it is a good idea to use products containing activated charcoal. If in doubt, consult your dermatologist.

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