Detox – The benefits of vegetable charcoal
Plant charcoal is THE grandmother's remedy par excellence for detoxifying the body and purifying the skin. But what are its real benefits? How does it work and how do I use it? We tell you all about this plant ingredient that acts both internally and externally!
The benefits of charcoal for the body
Active vegetable charcoal comes from coconut bark, bamboo or plant residues 🌿.
It is full of virtues for the body. This little nugget has been used since antiquity for its purifying properties. It was used in particular to decontaminate and detoxify the body and especially the digestive tract.
How does it work?
It's simple, charcoal will absorb impurities, bad toxins, germs but also intestinal gas 😉. It is therefore great for balancing the internal pathways, promoting good digestion and avoiding bloating and flatulence which can sometimes be embarrassing.
Vegetable charcoal made from coconut shell is all the more effective in case of bloating since it is more porous and fine than the others. It absorbs intestinal gases and toxins more easily.
How to take the coal?
You can dip a piece of charcoal in your water to purify it. This will absorb heavy metals such as lead, mercury, hydrocarbons and traces of chlorine, but also pesticides or synthetic hormones found in certain drugs.
You can also dilute charcoal powder in a glass of water to take in the morning or take it in capsule form.
Anti-bloating cures are done over a period of 7 to 14 days (maximum). It is obviously best to ask your doctor for advice on how to adapt this cure to your needs.
The benefits of vegetable charcoal in vegan cosmetics
In addition to being active on the inside, vegetable charcoal is an excellent ingredient for natural and vegan cosmetics. Ultra-appreciated for its purifying qualities, it is a basic for combination, oily skin or those in need of a new skin!
The anti-impurity active par excellence
Activated charcoal is the basic ingredient for making an anti-blemish mask or for cleansing the skin.
When applied to the skin, it absorbs excess sebum, impurities, removes blackheads and tightens the pores of the skin. Loved by problem skin, it is the miracle active ingredient for regaining a healthy epidermis and a flawless complexion. Anti-inflammatory, it calms acne and prevents its development.
In short, this ingredient is a nugget for people exposed to pollution, dust or suffering from acne or oily skin.
Vegetable charcoal for dental hygiene
We have all heard of these famous charcoal-based toothpastes. However, many of you wonder what it brings as a benefit.
The very first interest is its whitening action. In reality you will not win 3 shades of white, everything can not be so extra! However, charcoal will erase traces of caffeine, theine and other stains. Your teeth will therefore be less yellow and gain in whiteness. Let's say they will regain their natural color 😊.
Beyond its whitening action, activated charcoal purifies and cleanses the breath.
Note that it is not recommended to apply pure charcoal powder to your toothbrush. This could damage the enamel. The best is to opt for natural toothpastes already formulated to benefit from the benefits without altering the health of your teeth!
