MB Herbals Activated Charcoal Powder from Coconut Shell 3.5 oz (100 Gram) For External Use Only | For ToothPowder Face Packs and Masks | Soap Making | Do not Injest Review
Our verdict
A small, external-use-only coconut shell charcoal powder built for DIY tooth powder, face packs, masks, and soap making rather than ingestion.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Buyers who specifically want a topical charcoal powder for skin and DIY beauty projects and are clear it is not meant to be swallowed.
Skip if
You're looking for an ingestible supplement, since this product is explicitly labeled for external use only.
- Form Powder
- Count 3.5274 Ounce
- Benefits Skin Care (Face Packs And Face Masks) - External Use Only - Do Not Injest.
- Priced 53% below the category median ($14.99 across 63 tracked models)
Pros
- Clear external-use labeling reduces ambiguity about intended use
- Affordable $6.99 price for a smaller 3.5 ounce size
- Coconut shell derived powder suited to soap and mask recipes
- Strong 4.5 average rating
Cons
- Not intended for ingestion, so it doesn't suit supplement-focused shoppers
- Smaller 3.5 ounce size may not go far for frequent soap making
- Recent purchase volume appears low
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 163 owner ratings
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Popularity1.5/5
163 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
MB Herbals sells this activated charcoal as a fine powder derived from coconut shell, packaged in a 3.5 ounce (100 gram) container. The listing is explicit that it's for external use only, intended for DIY tooth powder, face packs, face masks, and soap making, and states clearly not to ingest it.
At $6.99, it's an accessible entry point for buyers wanting to experiment with charcoal in homemade skin care or soap recipes without committing to a larger bulk size.
With a 4.5 rating from 163 reviews, feedback trends positive, though the listing shows 0 units bought in the past month, suggesting recent demand has been limited even as the overall review history remains favorable.
Specifications
| Form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Count | 3.5274 Ounce |
| Benefits | Skin Care (Face Packs And Face Masks) - External Use Only - Do Not Injest. |
Performance notes
The product's defining trait is its external-use-only positioning, which sets it apart from ingestible charcoal capsules or powders. As a coconut shell derived powder, it's formulated with DIY skin care and soap making in mind, and the 3.5 ounce size is proportioned for smaller, occasional batches rather than continuous daily use.
What buyers say
A 4.5 average across 163 reviews points to a generally satisfied buyer base for its stated external uses, though the 0 units bought in the past month suggests current demand has cooled relative to its review history.
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Frequently asked questions
Can this activated charcoal powder be swallowed or taken as a supplement?
No. The listing explicitly states it is for external use only and instructs buyers not to ingest it. It's intended for topical uses like tooth powder, face packs, masks, and soap making.
What is this powder typically used for?
The maker markets it for making tooth powder, face packs, face masks, and soap. These are manufacturer-stated uses, not medical claims, so consider your own skin sensitivity or talk to a professional if you have concerns.
How much powder does the 3.5 ounce size provide?
At 100 grams, it's a modest amount best suited to occasional DIY batches rather than large-scale or frequent soap or mask production.