Activated Charcoal Has Entered The Chat…

We know what you’re thinking…”Charcoal? In MY hair?? No thanks.” Trust us, it’s NOT the same charcoal used for grilling.

What is activated charcoal?
Activated charcoal has been used for centuries as a natural detoxifier for the body inside and out. It is made by a process of combining wood, bamboo, coal, and /or coconut shells that are set at very high temperatures producing a black odorless, flavorless powder. This process alters the charcoal making it porous and absorbent acting as a magnet to bacteria, toxins, and chemicals.

How does it work on our hair?

1. It detoxifies your hair and scalp
   When activated charcoal is applied to our hair and scalp, it attracts build-up from product, dandruff, sebum, and other bacteria that may be lingering. Its porousness and ability to absorb acts as a magnet to microorganisms and impurities giving them little room to thrive.

2. Rids hair and scalp from dandruff, access oils, and bacteria
   Believe it or not, sometimes shampoo is just not enough. Applying products that contain activated charcoal like our Detox Drench after wearing protective styles for weeks at a time and not washing your hair can help give your scalp and strands an extra cleaning that shampoo by itself can not.

3. Influences healthy hair.
   Since activated charcoal creates an environment where bacteria can not thrive that means it helps influence an environment where healthy hair can. When bacteria is on the scalp it can clog our scalp pores leading to inflammation and infections that can affect the quality of our hair and its growth.

Overall, activated charcoal is a great addition to your washday. Interested in trying activated charcoal? It’s one of the main ingredients in our Detox Drench. Check it out!