Cheap Chic Obsession

DIY: Origins Inspired Charcoal Face Mask

I know it sounds really wierd or at least I thought so because I’d never really considered using charcoal in my beauty routine.  I was skeptical when I saw this on freepeople’s  blog.  After doing some research I am now convinced. It is non-toxic, and you can even put it in your mouth, it is used as a natural cure for ’the digestive system and relieve the discomfort of indigestion, wind and heartburn the natural way (Braggs Charcoal).’  Also judging by the fact that I found an Origins ‘Active Charcoal Mask’ for £20 . The mask is meant to clean your skin and reduce the appearance of pores. I’m super excited about this and have just run to boots to buy active charcoal so I will let you know how it goes.   Have you tried this? What do you think?

‘What you need:

1 teaspoon activated charcoal (in powder form)

1 teaspoon water or rosewater

1 teaspoon aloe vera gel or juice

5 drops tea tree oil

1 pinch sea salt

What you do:

Mix all ingredients until you have one even color and consistency. Apply the mixture to your face in a thin, even coat. Allow the mask to dry and then wash off!’

check out freepeople’s blog here for more pictures and full instructions.

 

pictures from FP blog.