Activated charcoal for acne
Activated carbon is a medical product that is obtained by burning wood. Most often, birch, pine and oak are used to make it. The most useful product is considered to be one obtained from walnut shells. Despite its low cost, it has long been used in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.
The drug is indicated for diseases that are accompanied by processes of decay and fermentation in the intestines. This is an indispensable remedy for various poisonings and diarrhea. May be present in the treatment regimen for allergies and dermatitis. This widespread use is due to the ability to remove toxins and poisons that cause certain diseases.
When used against acne, the same properties are used as in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. After all, the most common cause of acne in the forehead and chin is intestinal slagging. If acne appears due to hormonal changes, malfunction of other internal organs or lack of hygiene, this drug will be powerless.
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What types of acne can charcoal be effective for?
If you plan to use the tablets internally, there are quite a few indications for such use. So, such treatment with charcoal is justified if skin rashes are caused by the following reasons:
- Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- Accumulation of toxins in the body;
- Eating foods of questionable quality.
In all other cases, charcoal should not be used to combat inflammation of the skin. The use of such tablets can aggravate the situation and cause significant harm to the body. Thus, a common mistake is the use of activated carbon against skin rashes that arise on a hormonal basis. The thing is that the product has the ability to remove from the body not only waste, poisons and toxins, but also vitamins, beneficial bacteria, and substances necessary for normal life. If you use activated charcoal for acne on a regular basis, it can lead to metabolic disorders, thereby provoking even more severe hormonal changes.
How to use activated charcoal against acne?
The drug should be prescribed by a specialist in combination with other medications to treat the underlying disease.
Coal application schemes:
- The course of treatment is 10 days. The drug should be taken either 1.5 hours before meals or the same time after meals. You need to take two tablets three times a day.
- The second course of treatment lasts 7 days. You need to take the tablets on an empty stomach in the morning. The amount of the drug is calculated based on weight - 1 tablet per 10 kg.
You should not use the drug for longer than the specified period - this can only harm the body. It is capable of removing not only toxins and poisons from the body, but also vitamins and minerals. Its regular use can interfere with the absorption of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, leading to diarrhea or constipation.
The use of charcoal is contraindicated for ulcerative processes in the gastrointestinal tract, various bleeding of the digestive organs, individual intolerance to the drug and when taking antitoxic drugs. It is not advisable to use the drug during adolescence, as the process of absorption of nutrients may be disrupted.
Taking activated carbon, its properties and contraindications
First of all, before using this drug, you need to consult a specialist who will find out the cause of acne, and then prescribe a special individual course of treatment, which will or will not include taking activated carbon. After all, there are many reasons for the occurrence of acne and taking this remedy is not always effective. In some cases it can only bring short-term improvement, and in others it can cause harm.
Basically, activated charcoal against acne is taken internally in short courses, which are prescribed by a doctor. In most cases, the duration of one course should not exceed 2 weeks per month. After its completion, it is necessary to undergo a rehabilitation period, which consists of taking vitamins and all kinds of biological supplements. This is done in order to saturate the body with useful chemical compounds that were removed from it along with toxins during the course of treatment.
Under the influence of activated carbon, the human body is completely cleansed of accumulated waste and harmful toxins. However, its too frequent use leads not only to the removal of harmful substances from the body, but also to the loss of beneficial minerals and vitamins obtained with food. Therefore, there is a standard regimen for taking activated carbon, which consists of taking up to 2 tablets daily, no more than 3 times a day. For more effective treatment of acne, there is a technique that involves taking 7 to 10 tablets every day. This scheme is created based on the patient’s weight, that is, 1 tablet per 10 kg of live weight. For example, if a person weighs 50 kilograms, then his daily dosage will be 5 tablets.
External use of activated carbon
There are many masks that contain activated carbon. Unlike oral administration, such masks are completely safe.
Gelatin black mask
Compound:
- 1 teaspoon clay;
- 1 tablet of coal;
- 1 tablespoon milk;
- 1 teaspoon gelatin.
Cooking process:
Grind activated carbon and add it to cosmetic clay. Pour the indicated amount of warm milk and gelatin into the resulting composition. The product should stand in the container for about 20 minutes, after which it must be heated in a water bath so that the gelatin melts.
The resulting product is applied directly to pimples for no more than half an hour. After this, you need to wash your face with water at room temperature and apply moisturizer.
Charcoal masks
What should be done to make the action of the absorbent more gentle and soft? What is the best way to use activated charcoal for acne? The answer is simple, a mask based on such tablets is a powerful remedy against acne, it effectively removes harmful substances from the skin, has a slight drying effect, and eliminates blackheads. Reviews from people who have used similar recipes indicate their high effectiveness.
Classic acne recipe
The classic recipe includes: a tablespoon of water or milk, one crushed charcoal tablet and a teaspoon of gelatin. The components are mixed and placed in a water bath. The mixture should be heated until the gelatin is completely dissolved. After this, the mask is applied to problem areas using a special cosmetic brush. The procedure lasts about half an hour. After which the film is removed and the skin is thoroughly washed with water.
Clay mask
This mask may include blue, green or black clay. Mix a tablespoon of clay, three crushed charcoal tablets and a teaspoon of water. The composition is applied to problem areas for 15 minutes.
Yogurt mask
Mix 20 grams of crushed absorbent with 2 tablespoons of natural yogurt, add lemon juice (1 teaspoon) to the resulting mass. All components are thoroughly mixed and applied to problem areas for a period not exceeding 10 minutes. This remedy will reduce inflammation and get rid of skin rashes;
Reviews about the application
Alena, 23 years old, Moscow: “I have been using masks with the addition of activated carbon for a long time. I won’t say that the effect is amazing, but the pores are cleansed. I use it several times a week in courses.”
Anastasia, 19 years old, Kirov: “After taking tests and being examined by a gastroenterologist, my main cause of acne was found out - a malfunction of the digestive tract and intestinal sludge. The treatment was long-term, and one of the drugs that was initially included in the treatment regimen was charcoal. After the course of treatment, the face became much clearer, and the acne problem was finally resolved over time.”
Irina, 25 years old, St. Petersburg: “Coal didn’t help me. I used it both internally and in the form of masks on the face - zero results. I also took other remedies in combination, but the problem was not solved until I went to a dermatologist, who referred me to a gynecologist, who prescribed hormonal treatment.”
Activated carbon masks for acne
Recipe No. 1
You will need:
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Half a tablespoon of gelatin
- 1 tablet of activated carbon
What should be done:
- Grind and mix all the components of the mask
- Heat the mixture in the microwave for half a minute
- Cleanse your skin before applying the mask
- Apply the mask to your face using a brush
- Wait 15 minutes until the mask dries completely.
Recipe No. 2
You will need:
- 1 tablet of ascorbic acid,
- 1 tablespoon clay,
- 5 tablets of activated carbon,
- 1 tablespoon mineral water,
What should be done:
- mix everything until a powder forms,
- do not forget about pre-cleaning the skin,
- Apply the mask to your face and leave for 25 minutes,
- We wash off the mask with warm water, after which we create a slight contrast for the skin by washing at least 2 more times with cold water without soap.
Such masks should be used during the treatment process no more than 2 times a week for at least a month. Then it is advisable to give the skin a break, at least a month, and then repeat the monthly course of treatment to consolidate the result.
Action of activated carbon
Acne can appear for various reasons: hormonal changes in the body, chronic diseases, disturbances in the gastrointestinal tract, frequent stress, bad habits, and poor lifestyle. Also, acne often bothers women who abuse too spicy, fatty foods and cannot give up sweets. So the first step in the fight against acne is to cleanse the body of food debris and toxins.
This substance is made from wood and coconut charcoal. Activated carbon is sold in tablets with a porous structure; it can be purchased at any pharmacy. Since in most cases the cause of acne is harmful substances that accumulate in the intestines, charcoal is an indispensable tool for combating skin imperfections.
However, this drug should not be abused, since after toxic substances are removed from the body, charcoal will begin to remove beneficial components: vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates and fats. This can lead to disruption of the metabolic process and an increase in hormonal imbalance. As a result, acne will not disappear, but, on the contrary, will begin to appear even faster.
Reviews
More than once I have seen reviews about the positive effect of a mask - a film with gelatin and charcoal. I decided to try it for myself. I prepared the mixture according to the recipe, and pre-steamed the skin. It was a little difficult to apply as the product was distributed unevenly. The film formed only in places with a sufficient amount of mask. After removal, the small stains disappeared, but the deep blackheads remained in place.
Since the age of fourteen, I have been bothered by acne. Facial cleansing and treatment with external products produced results, but not for long. Over time, new ones immediately appeared in place of the old ones in the pustules. The dermatologist prescribed me to drink sorbents and recommended activated charcoal for acne. While taking the drug, the skin noticeably cleared up, but the rashes returned between courses.
Disturbances in the digestive tract have a very negative impact on the skin of the face. The gastroenterologist prescribed complex treatment. Among the designated medications, activated carbon was used as a sorbent. Despite the fact that the therapy was aimed at treating intestinal disease, I also got rid of acne.
Activated charcoal for acne is effective as an additional remedy. Its benefit is to remove toxins and pathogens from the body, as well as to combat toxins and impurities accumulated on the surface of the skin. To ensure that the results from taking the drug or using masks do not disappear, you should switch to proper nutrition and give up bad habits.
