What it does
May contribute to residue removal and a matte appearance.
Absorbents
Cosmetic charcoal.
A powder used mainly in masks and cleansers for sensory properties and surface absorption.
- INCI name
- Charcoal Powder
- Function
- An absorbent and colourant in specific formulas.
- Information level
- Context-dependent cosmetic function
- Last reviewed
- 22 September 2026
Who may benefit
Combination or oily skin.
Compatibility
Gentle cleansers and moisturisers.
Precautions
“Detox” claims do not mean removing toxins from the body.
How to use it
Occasionally, according to the product.
Concentrations
The percentage cannot be inferred from INCI order. WAI LAB shows it only when stated by a verifiable source.
HOW TO READ IT
What it means in the INCI list?
In the European Union, ingredients above 1% are listed in descending order by weight; below 1%, they may appear in any order. Their position therefore cannot be used to calculate an exact percentage.
Its position helps you understand the formula, but does not on its own establish effectiveness or an exact percentage.
SOURCES
Where the information comes from.
WAI LAB distinguishes cosmetic function, regulatory context and scientific literature. This information is not a substitute for medical advice.
FROM UNDERSTANDING TO CHOOSING
Products with Cosmetic charcoal.
14 catalogue products list a recognised form of this ingredient in their INCI.
14 resultsVerified profiles with declared concentrations appear first.
