Charcoal is known for its deep cleansing action. It is a great product to use if you want to purge all the gunk and dirt from your skin. With all the pollution and dust we are exposed to every day and with summer in full swing, we definitely need something to help our skin feel clean and refreshed. While I have been using activated charcoal in my DIY facemasks I’ve never used it on my body. This is my foray into activated charcoal products with VYA Naturals Activated Charcoal & Cedarwood soap.
A little bit on the brand – VYA Naturals
VYA, the brand stands for
Vimal (pure)
Yajus (reverence)
Ayush (healthy life)
Their products are formulated using natural ingredients that are not only safe and effective but also non-toxic. All of their formulations are original and created by the brand. They are also not tested on animals.
Vya Naturals uses therapeutic-grade essential oils, natural plant-based butter, natural clays and plant-based waxes. Their products also DO NOT use parabens, sulfates, animal ingredients, artificial colors, formaldehyde, artificial scents, artificial dyes, mineral oils, phthalates, chemicals, fillers, mineral oils, or petroleum.
About the product – VYA Naturals Activated Charcoal & Cedarwood soap
VYA Naturals Activated Charcoal & Cedarwood soap is 100% natural and your best tool for maintaining healthy and glowing skin. The soaps are made in an old-fashioned way by hand, using only the purest ingredients and only in small batches.
Why activated charcoal soap so special?
– Activated Charcoal has a higher capacity to absorb dirt and oil. This leaves your skin clean, which also helps eliminate acne, blackheads, and blocked pores
– Shea Butter along with skin-loving oils of coconut, olive, and sweet almond leave your skin moisturized and soft for a more youthful appearance.
– Pure essential oils of cedarwood, neroli and cinnamon leaf further protect your skin thanks to their antibacterial, deodorizing and antifungal properties.
– Pure coconut oil, olive oil, and sweet almond oil have high levels of Vitamin A and E, antioxidants and squalene, all of which keep your skin looking youthful and hydrated
– 100% Vegan; and uses 100% Natural Ingredients with ZERO ANIMAL TESTING.
My experience with Vya Naturals Activated Charcoal & Cedarwood soap
I am going, to be honest, I wasn’t sure if my body will be able to handle the deep cleansing action of activated charcoal. A little bit about my skin before I proceed – My face tends to move towards combination to oily, whereas the skin on the rest of my body tends to get dry very easily. If I skip moisturizing I could create funky patterns with the dry skin – that’s how dry it tends to get. I was afraid that my skin might get over dry using this soap. But having used activated charcoal on my face I know the many benefits deep cleansing has, and I am glad that I gave VYA Naturals Activated Charcoal & Cedarwood soap a try.
The soap comes in the form of a chunky black bar that has a mild refreshing fragrance of cedarwood. With every use, I could feel my skin getting clean leaving behind all the pollution and the dirt it accumulated throughout the day. While the activated charcoal did its part in cleansing my skin, the shea butter and the numerous oils left my skin nourished. While I have to body lotion, my skin definitely felt a lot less dry than usual. The fragrance of the soap while being subtle still tends to leave behind a refreshed feeling. I have used this soap on my face and body, and I am happy to say that it didn’t irritate my skin, but in fact, it helped clear some breakouts. While I love the soap there are a few negatives – the bar of soap is shaped like a thick box with rather harsh corners, which doesn’t make it difficult for people like me with tiny hands to hold them for the few washes. I also felt that the soap dissolved a lot faster than I would have liked it too. But these are meager issues compared to how nice the soap is.
The Good
- Cleanses skin well
- Leaves skin hydrated
- Has a nice refreshing fragrance of cedarwood
- Does not use harmful chemicals like sulphates, parabens, mineral oils etc
The Bad
- Some may find it a little on the expensive side
- Dissolves rather quickly
28 Comments
i love charcoal soaps. they are great for acne prone skin!
Megha recently posted…Satliva Hemp with Moringa Face and Body Oil Review
Charcoal is really an amazing ingredient for the skin.
Nice soap but the price is too much considering it’s little quantity.
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It’s a really nice soap but it is dissolving way too quickly and I am not too fond of that.
This is something i would definitely love to give a try as both charcoal & cedarwood are great for refreshing skin
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Do give it a try, Jhilmil. This is a great body cleanser for summers.
Charcoal based skin care is really effective in cleansing. I would love to try out the soap. Thanks for the detailed review.
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Do give it a try and let us know your experience.
Charcoal based soap sounds interesting, I will definitely try this.
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Charcoal is good as far as smell n its action is considered
I’m not too sure on the fragrance of charcoal – but this has a really nice refreshing fragrance of cedarwood.
I’m a handmade soap hoarder, and this looks droolworthy!
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The fragrance is really nice, Clara. My husband who isn’t that fond of any kind of fragrances likes it.
The soap looks like a must have for summers. Would be a great pick
It is definitely a great pick for summers. I love how it helps deep cleanse while leaving a nice lingering fragrance behind.
Wow, m sure that I’m.trying this product from vya naturals. I was searching for activated charcoal for my skin and great that I saw these products here.
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Handmade products are always love 😘 this natural handmade soap looks so effective for the season 👌and the fact that it contains Shea butter is totally intriguing
This is definitely the perfect soap for summer and the shea butter compliments the deep cleansing action of the soap and leaves the skin soft and nourished.
I love hand made soap. This soap sounds good and interesting. But it is little expensive.
The price is definitely on the higher side. And I am also not very fond of the idea that it melts quickly.
I love charcoal based products!😊 Sounds like a great choice for this summer❤
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This is a nice soap for summers and it smells nice.
I am a big fan of natural soaps. Would love to try this, though its a bit on the expensive side.
The price is a bummer. But the soap is quite nice.
The natural ingredients that make up this soap sound wonderful! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on it!
Everything was perfect about this soap apart from the fact that it dissolved insanely fast.