Bamboo Charcoal

Product Description

Bamboo Charcoal is a highly porous natural carbon material obtained through high-temperature carbonization of bamboo.

It is widely used in cosmetic systems for its excellent adsorption capacity, helping to remove excess oil, impurities, and environmental residues from the skin surface.

It is commonly applied in deep-cleansing and purifying skincare formulations, especially for oily and combination skin types.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Charcoal Powder / Bamboo Charcoal
• CAS No.: 16291-96-6
• Appearance: Fine black powder
• Odor: Odorless
• Solubility: Insoluble in water and oil
• Source: High-temperature carbonized bamboo
• Particle Size: Customizable (typically 100–200 mesh)
• Storage: Keep sealed, dry, and away from humidity

Key Benefits & Applications

Bamboo Charcoal provides effective physical adsorption performance for cosmetic cleansing systems.

• Deep Cleansing: Helps remove excess sebum and surface impurities.
• Pore Refining: Supports cleaner-looking pores through adsorption action.
• Oil Control: Assists in reducing surface oil buildup in skin and scalp.
• Skin Purifying: Suitable for clarifying skincare formulations.

• Applications: Facial cleansing gels and foams
• Applications: Clay and charcoal masks
• Applications: Scalp cleansing shampoos
• Applications: Oil-control skincare products

Formulation Guidelines

• Usage Level: 0.5–10%
• Phase Recommendation: Disperse in water phase with high shear mixing
• pH Range: 4.0–8.0
• Compatibility: Surfactants, clays, botanical extracts
• Application Systems: Cleansing systems, masks, scalp purifying formulations
• Synergy: Combines with Salicylic Acid to enhance pore-cleansing efficiency and improve oil-control performance in acne-prone skin systems.