Viva Doria Activated Charcoal Powder, Hardwood Derived, Food Grade, 1.2 Oz Glass Jar

Glad I saw the review to poke holes in it before opening. Otherwise, it would have blasted all over the place. This stuff gets everywhere even when you use caution so move slowly with it. Always use gloves because it can stain if it gets under you nails. It works great for pain patches with castor oil. Stains everything!!!! Beware of that. If you get a little on your finger be careful what you touch. I also use it in my homemade toothpaste which works well. It’s gritty and powdery. Takes a while to mix it in and can get very messy. Cover all surfaces you place it on, opened or closed in case any falls on the sides. It doesn’t have a taste, which is great for me. I drink it with water or tea and use it for first aid and hygiene. The 4 oz jar could last you a good, long while. You only need to use sparingly. A little goes a long way.

I think this charcoal did the job I wanted it to do. I could feel I was having more tarter build up around my teeth and wasn't ready to go get my teeth cleaned. I also wanted to pull some of the coffee, red wine, and whiskey stains off my teeth. I do drink tons of water, but those three things seem to stain teeth so easily. I have tried bleach trays, strips, and etc. They always work just fine, but they make my teeth so sensitive that it isn't worth it. I also don't like putting that stuff on my teeth just for the yucky factor. I have also tried using coconut oil to rinse out your mouth. What is that called? Oil pulling?? Anyway, I gagged and again thought it wasn't worth it. So, I was left just trying to find whitening toothpaste that didn't leave my sensitive and buying lipsticks that didn't make my teeth look more yellow. I realize I could give up the things staining my teeth, but who are we kidding???!!!! Lol!! Enter in this charcoal product. I'm loving it. Yes, it is messy. Be oh so careful opening the tub EVERY SINGLE TIME. I highly recommend doing this after you get out of shower, while on a towel, leaning deep into the sink. Oh! And don't sneeze! If you follow those directions, you should be fine. I read up on "why charcoal". The whole premise behind it is it should bind to substances in your mouth and then you can rinse them away. I found this to be completely accurate. The charcoal stuck to the tarter and pulled it off my teeth, along with a bit of the stains. I found the first time I used it I had to scrub it off more around the bottom edges of my teeth were tarter builds up. The next 4 times I used it it didn't do that. The reason is my teeth were cleaner every time and less to bind to. I normally feel like I need to brush my teeth twice before I get all the coffee out of my mouth, but brushing with the charcoal makes my mouth feel so much cleaner. I have that after dentist clean feeling every time I use this stuff. I DO NOT think this stuff can substitute for a dentist or teeth cleaning, but I think when I sit in the chair there will be a lot less tarter to clean. Also, i think for what it does the price is great. I plan to make a charcoal face mask with it.

I've never left a review on anything I've bought from Amazon but I had to for this because I love it! Ordered on the 26th of Dec. and received it in the mail packaged very securely on the 28th with Amazon Prime for students. Read a lot of reviews on various charcoal powders and how it is messy to open so I took the advice some reviewers left and opened it very carefully and then poked tiny holes in the foil covering. Powder immediately started coming out of the tiny holes, cool to watch, but definitely indicative of how potentially messy it would have been! I used it as a mask mixed with non-toxic glue and a few oils (rosehip, joboba and sweet almond). I made masks for me, my mom and my sister and it is best to apply it really thick so it'll be easier to take off. I applied my mom's somewhat thin and she had trouble taking it off easily. It definitely gets out all the dirt and pores and can take off facial hair which I don't mind (but be careful around edges and eyebrows). My skin felt SO soft after and smooth. As far as using it to brush your teeth, I've been using it for two days now and I have definitely noticed a difference especially after the fourth brush. Brushing can get messy so brush close to the sink and spit directly in it (but also keep some sink cleaner and a sponge on deck). It feels a bit weird at first and it tastes like...charcoal...but it works. Definitely have to wash your mouth out a lot afterwards, recommend rinsing with mouthwash too. Your teeth will look gray if you don't rinse out completely but once you do, you will see results after a few brushes. Get this one, especially if you are just getting into skin care and are interested in activated charcoal. For roughly one ounce this is a steal plus you can figure out if you like it instead of buying a 12oz jar for your first time using activated charcoal.

So, I gave Activated Charcoal Powder a shot, and it's been quite an interesting journey. Here's my personal take on this unique product: Pros: Pure Goodness: I appreciate that this charcoal powder is sourced from natural coconut shells and doesn't contain any nasty additives. It's reassuring to know that I'm using something pure and safe. Multifunctional: This stuff is like a Swiss Army knife in my wellness arsenal. I've used it for teeth whitening (it works surprisingly well), as a face mask ingredient, and even for an occasional detox (after consulting with my healthcare professional, of course). Its versatility is a huge plus. Teeth Whitening Magic: If you're looking for a natural teeth whitening solution, this powder has got you covered. It zaps away stains and leaves your pearly whites noticeably brighter in just a few uses. Cons: A Bit Messy: I won't sugarcoat it; working with charcoal powder can get a tad messy, especially when applying it for teeth whitening. But a little post-application cleanup isn't the end of the world. Texture Quirk: The fine powder can feel a bit gritty on your teeth and skin, which might not be everyone's cup of tea. In a nutshell, this Activated Charcoal Powder is like a natural wellness secret waiting to be uncovered. It's got some quirks, but the benefits, especially for teeth whitening and detoxing, make it well worth it. If you're into holistic wellness, this product is worth giving a shot.

Effective for painful gas relief. Ingredients are simple to understand you can mix it in water, but I just take it as the capsule and it does not have an odor.

It lasts FOREVER and it definitely helps fight off staining. I use this in combination with whitening strips periodically (i’ll brush with this in the morning after my tea or coffee and then use whitening strips at night for a week or so every few months - gets my teeth REALLY white!) but using this even just 3-4x a week in the morning keeps my teeth 70-80% of the way white in between boosting them with the strips

super effective

To fine for cat litter box. Cats track it everywhere. Extremely dusty. Gets airborne when adding to cat litter. Very dusty when mixed into cat litter.

Excellent product. I use this as a face mask to detoxify my skin each week. Highly recommended

Excellent produit. Aide précieuse

Activated charcoal has many wonderful purposes. It can be used to reduce bloating, as a face mask, to whiten teeth (although I recently read one online article that advised against this) etc etc. I purchased this to utilise as a face mask. Firstly may I see I received this ahead of the stated delivery date which was great. To utilise it as a face mask I mixed it with a few drops of school glue and applied it to my face. Word of warning, this is not for the faint hearted!. After leaving it on for around about 10mins the very black mask transforms from a wet gel like appearance to a dull Matt hard consistency. It is above average pain to peel the mask away. But if you are brave enough to dare this it has its benefits as it acts not only as a skin exfoliator, but draws out those unsightly black and white heads and any unwanted hair. Once I was able to bare the pain of removing the mask I was left with baby smooth skin which felt truly invigorated. I couldn't recommend the quality of this product highly enough. Well worth the price tag as very little of the product was required for the purpose I needed it for. Would definitely buy again.

Remind these over generic coconut versions.

been taking it almost every day.