CARBON
Ingredient type:OTHER
✨ Role: Carbon is used in cosmetic products primarily for its absorbing and detoxifying properties. It is often included in facial masks and cleansers to help purify the skin by removing impurities and excess sebum.
Type of ingredient : Adsorbent
⚕️ Safety: Yes, carbon is generally safe when used in the concentrations recommended for cosmetics.
✨ Vegan: Yes, carbon is a natural mineral and is therefore considered vegan.
✨ To know: Activated charcoal, a popular form of carbon, is known for its effectiveness in attracting and trapping toxins, acting as a magnet for skin impurities. However, it can be drying, so it's important to use it in combination with moisturizing ingredients, especially for dry or sensitive skin.
Present in: Facial masks, cleansers, exfoliating scrubs, and sometimes in whitening toothpastes and shampoos for oily scalps.
Comedogenic rating:


