murphyCharcoal
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Carbon Nanotube, Elemental Carbon, Carbon, Vitreous, Carbon 12, SUPERSORBON S1, CHEBI:33415, 231-153-3, 610-410-7
Synthetic
Charcoal
Not Clean
OriginDerived from carbon-rich mineral sources such as coal, peat, or wood through heating and processing. Produced by carbonizing organic materials at high temperatures, then activating through steam or chemical treatment.
Charcoal Powder is the dried, carbonaceous material obtained from the heating of organic substances
Solubility Solubility in water: none
Formula
C
Mol. Weight
12.01
CAS #
16291-96-6, 7440-44-0
Form
Powder
State
Carbon, activated is a black grains that have been treated to improve absorptive ability. May heat spontaneously if not properly cooled after manufacture.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Abrasive
Absorbent
Opacifying
Physical Exfoliant
Absorbs Excess Oil
Adds Opacity
Wound Healing
Brightens Skin
Gently polishes surface
Creates creamy opacity
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
2 studies / 2 not irritating (CIR 888)
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 888)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
2 studies / 1 mixed / 1 not irritating / reactions slight to severe (CIR 888)
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · report published 2023
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR