How to Make Charcoal Scrub at Home?

Here's how to make a simple charcoal scrub at home using readily available ingredients:

Ingredients You'll Need

Combine Ingredients: In a glass bowl (avoiding metallic bowls and utensils when working with clay), add the sugar, olive oil, activated charcoal, bentonite clay, and essential oils (if using). It is important not to use a metallic bowl or utensils when working with clay.
Mix Thoroughly: Using a wooden spoon, mix all the ingredients until they are well combined.
Store in a Jar: Transfer the mixture into a clean 240ml glass jar and seal it tightly.

Glass Containers: Always use glass containers when mixing and storing your homemade scrubs, especially those containing clay.
Non-Metallic Utensils: It is essential to use non-metallic spoons and mixing bowls when working with bentonite clay, as metal can interfere with its properties.
Adjusting the Recipe: Feel free to adjust the amounts of sugar and olive oil to achieve your desired consistency.

Apply Gently: When using your scrub, gently massage it onto damp skin in circular motions.
Rinse Thoroughly: After exfoliating, rinse your skin thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Patch Test: Perform a patch test on a small area of skin before applying the scrub to your entire face or body.

Exfoliates the skin: The sugar helps to remove dead skin cells.
Detoxifies the skin: Activated charcoal and bentonite clay help draw out impurities.
Moisturizes the skin: Olive oil leaves your skin feeling soft and hydrated.

By following these simple instructions, you can create an effective and natural charcoal scrub in the comfort of your home.