2 Methods To Make Your Own Activated Charcoal Soap

This is one of the most sought after products to care for the skin, as it is supposed to have absorbent, cleansing and detoxifying capabilities. Therefore, we want to give you guidelines for making your own activated charcoal soap.

It is a black, odorless and fine substance. Its appearance is similar to common charcoal, but the difference is that it is activated by heating peat, sawdust, wood or coconut husks to high temperatures.

Making it seems complex, but it is easier than what you read and you will find out later, when we explain a couple of ways to make your own activated carbon soap.

Benefits of activated charcoal soap for the skin

Those who use it assure that, apart from cleaning, it is capable of erasing stains, unclogging pores and controlling oil. Leaves facial shine and favors the appearance of facial skin.

Other attributed benefits are the following:

• It is for all types of dermis: although the effectiveness is evidenced according to use, activated charcoal soap is not exclusive for one type of skin. In fats it neutralizes excess oils, while in dry ones it is suggested that it moisturizes and hydrates.

• Minimize the size of pores: dirty skin is a consequence of the gradual accumulation of bacteria. Many find a solution in this soap, because it cleanses in a deep way.
• Delays Aging: It is believed to smooth fine lines and firm the dermis to make it look younger.
• Control Acne – Acts like a magnet and traps acne-causing bacteria. It also removes oil that blocks pores and causes pimples. The effects against pimples are one of the reasons why they look for it the most.
• Prevents infections: it is recommended to use it to detoxify and prevent infections caused by toxic fumes to which we are exposed on a daily basis.
• Fade spots: it is made with an astringent formula that could help fade spots from the sun, acne scars or any facial depigmentation.
• Removes odors: being antibacterial, it fights the bad smell generated by pores clogged by microorganisms.

How to make your own activated charcoal soap?

After knowing its benefits, you sure want to try it. We will present you 2 ways to prepare black soap at home.

But before getting down to work, check that the charcoal for the recipe is cosmetic and that you have the right tools: face masks, gloves, and goggles. Now yes, take note.

Glycerin method: ingredients

• Cosmetic activated carbon (5 grams).
• Sulfate-free glycerin (500 grams).
• Essential oil (whichever you prefer, 10 drops).
• Coconut oil (1 tablespoon).
• Shea butter (1 tablespoon).

Step by step for the glycerin method

1. Divide the glycerin into small pieces, pour them into a glass container and heat in a double boiler, while stirring with a wooden spoon. Do not let it boil, as it will not be good. At the same time, combine the coconut oil and shea in another container.
2. Diluted the glycerin, add the combination of oil and shea while stirring. When you feel that there are no lumps, you integrate the essence, shake and turn off the fire.
3. After cooling for several minutes, pour the mixture into a mold and let it solidify at room temperature for at least 5 hours.
4. Unmold and use your activated charcoal soap.

Oil method: ingredients

• Cosmetic activated charcoal in powder (10 grams).
• Caustic soda (113.5 grams).
• Demineralized water (292 grams).
• Cocoa butter (150 grams).
• Babassu oil (200 grams).
• Olive oil (500 grams).
• Essential oils of tea tree, geranium and lemon (10 drops of each).

Step by step for the method with oils

1. In the demineralized water dissolves the caustic soda and leads to an aerated area.
2. Heat the cocoa butter and babassu and olive oils over low heat. When they reach 55 degrees Celsius, add the diluted soda and mix them with a mixer at medium speed.
3. Add the charcoal and essential oils while you continue beating.
4. Pour the mixture into a mold and wait for it to harden to unmold.
5. Cut into several tablets and take them to saponify for 40 days in a ventilated place. After that time, the soap is ready.

Recommendations for use after making your own activated charcoal soap

You already know how to do it and now you need to learn how to apply it. For sensitive skin, the appropriate thing would be every 3 days in the morning, while for oily skin the suggestion is 2 times a day, in the morning and at night.

The combination of active carbon in whitening creams, exfoliants, masks and soap, favors the elimination of stains in a short time. These products should be used together once a week.

Remember to hydrate your face to prevent dryness and be sure to try the benefits of natural sources of charcoal.