Charcoal Face masks!

So I was hearing a lot about people trying charcoal face masks, so I decided to do a little research on my own.And though theres no scientific evidence to prove that charcoal really does anything for you, it does say that it is capable of absorbing 100-200 times its weight in toxins. And with all the stress these past few weeks, I could guarantee that I was overflowing with toxins. So I gave it a try, and liked the results! My face felt very exfoliated and clean. I could see the reduced black heads on my nose. And since I made mine a peel off wax, it even helped get rid of the little baby hairs on my face (which is good for flawless makeup application). It's a simple and easy mask to make, so give it a try. I didn't see any negatives about using charcoal on your skin, so even if you don't like the results, it won't do you any harm.

How I made my mask:

Well I can't say I used any exact measurements. (oops) I just kinda winged it until it was a consistency that I liked. I made a mask for 4 people. So I used 4 on the Natures Way activated charcoal capsules. I got mine from CVS (work) and they were about $18 for the bottle on 100. 

I opened the 4 capsules into a disposable cup (it does stain, so don't use anything you'd mind getting a stain on)

I added Elmer's non toxic white glue until the consistency was pasty and looked spreadable. 

I mixed with a plastic spoon, and applied with a foundation brush.

I let it sit until it dried completely.

Peeled it all off

Then washed my face with my routine Lush face wash. (Do y'all want details on my daily face routine? leave a comment below)

Don't wanna use the glue? Use water instead. This will make a wash off, instead of a peel off mask. Just add water until the consistency is what you desire. 

I took this charcoal a step further though. I mixed it with some coconut oil (which, if you swish in your mouth is good for eliminating bad breath and whiting teeth) and used it to brush my teeth. 1 capsule to one tablespoon of the oil. Brush brush brush, and rinse as normal. The taste isn't too bad, because the coconut oil masks the taste of the charcoal. But I felt like I had a fresher smile after.

You can even take the charcoal capsules as a detoxing supplement. Just make sure you do your own research on the benefits of using them.

Let me know if you guys try it and what you think! Can't wait to hear from y'all!