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5 ways you can use charcoal for natural stunning beauty

Charcoal use is on the rise

Activated charcoal is one of those natural products with multiple uses. It is also known as activated carbon. Its main use is as a natural treatment to trap and remove toxins from the body, water and air. For example, many medical professionals recommend activated charcoal tablets to alleviate symptoms of food poisoning and stomach discomfort.

Charcoal works through adsorption (not absorption), which means that it pulls molecules of a gas, liquid or other substance to its surface allowing what remains behind to be pure.

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