Skin Care Ingredients You're Probably Overusing

We've all heard about the purifying benefits of activated charcoal. They ring true, but just like clay, charcoal treatments are best kept to a minimum lest we want skin to start drying out. Scan packages for usage instructions and adhere to them. For example, it's typically recommended to start off using a charcoal mask once, maybe twice, a week. Leaving them on for longer isn't better. If it says 10 minutes, set a timer.

Make sure to follow a charcoal treatment with a nourishing moisturizer to keep skin balanced.

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