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CARBON EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Carbon-based extract (charcoal or activated carbon). Used to adsorb oil and impurities; safety mostly depends on whether the source is properly purified.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Activated-carbon-style adsorption
  • Surface oil and impurity binding
  • Marketed as detoxifying

Known concerns

  • Composition and source vary widely (charcoal vs activated carbon)
  • Possible PAH or heavy-metal contaminants in poorly purified sources
  • Particle inhalation if used dry
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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