Joolia’s just asking…There’s a product called Dr. Ci:Labo Basic Black Blemish Control Gel that uses charcoal to treat acne. Does it really help? The Right Brain simply says: It’s tough to find much information on this product, but according to the product info on Amazon.com Dr.Ci:Labo’s Basic Black Charcoal Gel “contains charcoal that absorbs excess sebum and [...] Read more: is-charcoal-good-for-acne-2
Charcoal has been used medicinally for millennia. Ancient Egyptians are believed to have used it as a poultice to keep wounds clean; Hindu documents from 450 B.C. discuss charcoal for water filtration. In the 18th century, charcoal was studied by chemists and pharmacists, who were interested in its ability to protect the human body from toxins. Activated carbon is still used today in water filters and as a poison antidote.