Activated Charcoal Powder

You have probably heard the talk about using charcoal as part of your cleansing routine. Ever wonder why that is? Well, Activated Charcoal is a natural ingredient that can be consumed (food grade charcoal) and be used in your beauty routine. It is proven to have many health benefits if it's used safely and properly. Try out our DIY Activated Charcoal soap at the end of the blog! What are the benefits of Activated Charcoal as skin care? Here are some of the top benefits of using Activated Charcoal as part of your skin-care routine! 1. Absorbs the impurities from the skin. 2. Balances oily skin. 3. Gently exfoliates skin. 4. Reduces the look of pores 5. Removes blackheads 6. Treats acne, acne scars, and blemishes 7. Whitens teeth DIY ACTIVATED CHARCOAL SOAP EASY | Prep Time: 15 mins Materials: 1-2 blocks of Hemp Seed Oil glycerin melt and pour soaps 1-2 tsp of Organika's Activated Charcoal 1 tbsp of Organika's Enhanced Collagen A silicone loaf pan OR soap pans Coconut, jojoba or olive oil Rosewater (or essential oils) Directions: In a large glass container, add in the cut / cubed hemp seed soap and place in the microwave to liquefy it down. You may add in a 1-2 tbsp of oil for while stirring it. Once the soap has melted down- add in your activated charcoal, collagen and rose water. Make sure to mix the powders in well. If you're wanting to add dried flowers – place on top of the liquid soap mix before it hardens. Pour into the silicone pans (or if using glass line with parchment paper) and place in the freezer or leave in a cool place to harden (generally around 2-3 hours). using fishing line or wire – cut the soap into squares for use. Check out more Activated Charcoal skin care recipes here! How to Make an Activated Charcoal Face Mask DIY Activated Charcoal Body Scrub Featured on Fresh Fridays with Chelan Wilkins Join us every Friday on Instagram at 10:00am PST / 1:00pm EST for amazing recipes and nutritional talks with Organika's products! Make sure to follow us on Instagram at Organika Health.

Get a pearly white smile by using activated charcoal for teeth whitening Everyone wants a sparkling white smile, but with the foods we eat and the beverages we drink it can be hard to keep your teeth looking their brightest. There are a lot of natural ways to achieve a whiter smile. Regular brushing, flossing and visits to your dentist all help, as well as avoiding smoking, which can cause teeth to yellow. Certain foods and drinks can also contribute to teeth staining such as: Coffee Tea Red wine Berries And tomato sauce Avoiding or brushing after eating or drinking these foods can help to reduce visible staining on your teeth. Other methods like brushing with baking soda, or doing oil pulling are easy and affordable ways to help whiten your smile. Our favourite way however, is using activated charcoal for teeth whitening. Organika® Activated Charcoal Powder is an all-natural, pure powder that can be mixed with water to create an easy whitening alternative for your teeth! It can also be used to create a homemade face mask! Even better, it’s ecologically sourced from sustainably sourced hardwood/beech poplar trees, ensuring that no old growth forests are affected. One questions we get asked is if its safe for your enamel? On the MOH’s scale of hardness your tooth enamel measures a 5, our powder is the finest grade and only measures a 1-2, thus, it will not damage your teeth, and does not adsorb the calcium salts your tooth enamel is made of. However, we do recommend you only do this 2-4x a month. Activated charcoal powder mixed with water creates a paste that can be brushed onto teeth to help reduce visible staining. It turns your whole smile black for a few minutes while brushing, which can be quite frightening, but don't worry! Just continue by rinsing with water, then brush your teeth with toothpaste as you normally would. Your smile will look bright, white and beautiful! Activated Charcoal for Teeth Whitening Recipe Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Organika® Activated Charcoal Powder 3-5 drops of water Directions: Combine 1/2 tsp of Organika® Activated Charcoal Powder with 3-5 drops of water in a small bowl until it forms a paste. Using a toothbrush, brush the activated charcoal paste onto your teeth for 1-2 minutes. Rinse with water, and brush your teeth with your regular toothpaste. Many people notice a whiter smile immediately after use, but for best results, try brushing with activated charcoal a couple of times per week. Tip: Activated Charcoal can be a bit messy to use and may stain surfaces or fabrics. Avoid using white cloths or towels to clean up. Make sure to clean up any bowls or surfaces directly after use.