Charcoal is the main ingredient in many recent skincare products and provides amazing benefits. Charcoal has been in medicinal use for thousands of years. The ancient Egyptians used it as a poultice to clean wounds. The Hindus used it for the filtration of water. Also, in the 18th century, pharmacists and chemists studied charcoal to discover its ability to provide protection from toxins. Presently, activated charcoal (one of the processed forms) is used in water filters as well as an antidote for poison. Recently charcoal has been very popular among people for face products. The skin is the largest organ of the body, and therefore a very vital organ. If you have problematic skin, regular use of charcoal products can solve your problems.