If you're looking to achieve a fresh, clean complexion, look no further than charcoal-based face wash. Harnessing the power of activated charcoal, this skincare essential is designed to deeply cleanse and purify your skin, leaving it feeling refreshed and revitalized. With their ability to draw out impurities and unclog pores, charcoal-based face washes are perfect for those looking to combat oiliness, blemishes, and dullness. Whether you have oily, combination, or acne-prone skin, incorporating a charcoal-based face wash into your skincare routine can help you achieve a clearer, more radiant complexion.
$40.50
The charcoal face wash is amazing. Although marketed towards men, the saleswoman suggested I use it instead of the regular face wash as it controls oil and helps remove toxins & blackheads. ...I kept looking until I went to a clinique specific boutique at The Bay and they told me that THIS charcoal face wash IS the previously known city block I was looking for, just repackaged. ...City Block/ Charcoal Face Wash
What it is:
A detoxifying charcoal gel wash for men that delivers a deep-pore clean.
What it is formulated to do:
Charcoal Face Wash contains natural charcoal to draw out the dirt and excess oil that can clog pores. The soothing, non-drying lather gently foams away impurities, detoxifies, and purifiesleaving all skin types feeling fresh and comfortable.
What else you need to know:
This product is allergy tested and 100 percent fragrance-free.
$48.50
It actually made my pores look better too. 5 minutes is plenty of time for the mask to harden so that you can remove it with water and a wash rag....A nice clay mask that tightens skin, dries quickly & doubles as a scrub when you wash it off. Also, a little goes a long way!!
What it is: A five-minute, dual-action face mask and scrub that removes pollution, impurities, and excess oil while refining the look of textured skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Oiliness
Formulation: Mask/Scrub
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Bamboo Charcoal Powder: Absorbs pollutants and other forms of skin buildup.
- Kaolin Clay: Absorbs excess oil.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates.
What Else You Need to Know: Powered by bamboo charcoal and kaolin clay, this two-in-one formula delivers a powerful clean for a visibly purified, polished complexion.
$92.00
I absolutely love how it feels when I rub it on my face while it turns to liquid. The charcoal is fabulous and has dried up all the yuck things on my face. ...This has charcoal in it so I think it did a really nice job with oil absorption and control, but also just made my face feel extra clean.
What it is: A resurfacing powder that helps fight toxins and environmental triggers known to accelerate skin aging.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, and Dullness and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Scrub
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Activated charcoal: Clears skin from toxins.
- Niacinamide: Visibly improves the appearance of enlarged pores.
- Lavender: Soothes skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban.
$39.00
I also purchased the origins charcoal mask with this that is also 3.4 ounces and the bottle is clear and it was filled to the top. ...The 7 day scrub is awesome. my skin was oily and dry in spots and ruff after using the 7 day scrub my faces feel so soft and clear.
What it is:
A gentle skin polisher that smooths and refines skin.
What it is formulated to do:
This dermatologist-developed exfoliating scrub gently brushes away roughness and flakiness. It smooths skin to lessen the appearance of fine lines while clearing the way for moisture.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is allergy tested, dermatologist developed, and free of fragrance, mineral oil, alcohol, SLS, talc, silicone, and gluten. It is comprised of 100 percent vegan ingredients.
$40.50
I used it once a week followed by my clinique Charcoal mask and my skin feels amazing....It has a minty fell and it cools your skin down when you wash it. I usually get little heat pimples in the summer and using this in the morning does the job.
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
What it is:
A water-based scrub for oily skin.
Solutions for:
- Oiliness
- Pores
- Acne and blemishes
If you want to know more…
This scrub de-flakes skin, unclogs pores, and visibly softens fine lines to help you achieve a clearer and more refreshed complexion.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is allergy tested and free of fragrance, oil, mineral oil, alcohol, talc, silicone, and gluten. It is comprised of 100 percent vegan ingredients.
$43.00
I was slightly disappointed because I love the checks and balances face wash a lot. It smells nice, just probably won’t repurchase it due to the harshness of it. ...I am so happy that origins came out with an exfoliating version of my favorite face wash. This is super gentle yet effective and leaves my skin feeling super fresh.
What it is: A gentle yet effective face scrub that uses polishing power from nature—Bamboo & Mineral Silica—to reduce the look of pores and reveal smoother-looking skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores and Uneven Texture
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Bamboo and Mineral Silica: Gently and effectively buff skin for a polished look.
- Tourmaline: Purifies and visibly re-energizes skin.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
$40.50
I bought it since I really liked the city block charcoal mask+scrub (the one in blue tube) and I wanted to try something new with similar function and this one with 1% salicylic acid really attracted me. ...Best face wash I have used. Got rid of blackheads like no other and I’ve tried everything.
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive
What it is:
A three-in-one cleanser/scrub and mask formula that immediately reduces the appearance of visible pores by 75 percent, and provides a 94 percent improvement in the appearance of blackheads after six weeks of twice-daily use.
Solutions for:
- Pores
- Oiliness
If you want to know more…
This multifunctional formula works as a daily cleanser/scrub and deep-cleansing mask to visibly reduce the appearance of pores and blackheads. It controls excess oil and smooths the way for clearer skin, helping to prevent future blackheads.
$19.00
I apply it 2-3 times a day and it washes off all dirt and oil. My skin is definitely smoother and clearer....I was using drug store with charcoal, high end glamglow supper mask, and hellpore.
What it is: Best-selling leave-on exfoliant with 2% salicylic acid & green tea is clinically proven to unclog pores & control oil for clearer skin in 1 week.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Liquid
$39.00
I’m very picky with my face washes— I have clear skin and want to keep it that way! ...great face wash!...I alternate between using a bar of charcoal face soap and this face wash with my Clarisonic.
What it is: A best-selling cleanser that easily rinses away makeup, impurities and surface oils for skin that feels comfortably clean.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Mint: Reinvigorates the skin’s appearance.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
$39.00
I have sensitive, dry skin, so I am always wary of new face washes as they can leave my skin parched and angry. ...Perfect Summer Face Wash...I am always skeptical of trying new face washes because I have oily, acne prone skin.
What it is: A two-in-one brightening scrubby face cleanser infused with Panax Ginseng and Caffeine from Coffee Beans. Naturally-derived Jojoba and Carnauba Wax gently exfoliate to help unclog pores.
Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores and Dullness
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Caffeine from Coffee: Visibly refreshes and recharges skin.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.