Oily skin requires the right cleansers and moisturizers to eliminate excess oil while maintaining hydration and a healthy glow. There are many ways that activated charcoal benefits the skin, and it’s especially effective for absorbing oil. Charcoal skincare helps support a balanced, shine-free complexion.
Charcoal for skin is “activated,” meaning it is produced at much higher temperatures than the charcoal used for cooking. Activated charcoal is good for skin because it is also much more porous than non-activated charcoal, so it can absorb toxins and draw out impurities like oil, dirt, sweat, and makeup. That makes charcoal highly beneficial for detoxing all skin types, plus it doesn’t cause allergic reactions or irritation.
What about charcoal for oily skin? Charcoal is very effective for oily and acne-prone skin since it eliminates excess sebum, blackheads, and dead skin cells. It can be found in a number of beauty products formulated for oily skin, as well as in cleansers like gels, scrubs, and masks.
Cleansing with charcoal is a great way for oily and acne-prone skin to reap the benefits in a daily beauty routine. The goal is to leave your skin clean, matte, and ready for the next steps. Charcoal works wonders when combined with a moisture-balancing ingredient like micellar water, which doubles as a makeup remover.
Our brand new SkinActive Cleansing Jelly Water with Charcoal is the latest addition to our micellar cleansing water collection. It effectively cleanses and soothes while removing grime and excess oil, plus it’s heads above the rest because the special jelly water formula won’t strip away your skin’s natural moisture balance. Plus, our formula is:
- Tested on acne-prone skin
- Noncomedogenic
- Confirmed as safe by dermatologists and ophthalmologists
- Approved by Cruelty Free International
- Vegan
- Free of oil, parabens, fragrance, sulfates, and silicone
- Safe on lips and the eye area
Micellar Cleansing Jelly Water with Charcoal is a uniquely multipurpose product that not only saves room in your medicine cabinet, but also reduces excess packaging (and that’s a bonus for the environment).
1 - In the morning, it’s a purifying facial cleanser
2 - At night, it’s a gentle makeup remover
3 - Any time of day, it’s a clarifying toner
