Same premium BP-grade Carbo activates you trust in our 500 g powder—now in easy-to-swallow veggie capsules for gentle digestive relief or mess-free cosmetic blends

NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR EMERGENCY CARE.

READ CAUTIONS before INGESTION

WELLBEING: FOR OCCASIONAL GAS, BLOATING, DIGESTIVE TRACK COMFORT. NATURAL COSMETICS: FOR EASE OF MANIPULATION IN YOUR NATURAL SKIN CARE (Clay masks, Face care, Toothpaste…)

Ideal for well-being, for occasional bloating, sluggish digestion, intestinal gas, occasional diarrhea and internal odor. 

Natural cosmetics: Twist-open capsules mess-free, Ideal dosage for adding in creams or clays, perfect for face masks, toothpowder, scalp-and-hair, clarifying scrubs. 

For convenience, travels, camping, on-the-go, ingestible and cosmetic-friendly. Mess free alternative to powder.

IDENTIFICATION:

100% pure activated charcoal powder, from plant origin in veggie capsule, 300mg/per capsule

• Common names: Activated charcoal, activated carbon
• CAS number: 7440-44-0
• Quality:  BP/EU Ph. Compliant 100% Activated charcoal powder (coconut-shell origin) vegetable capsules. Free from gluten and artificial colours. High-surface-area Carbo activatus meets pharmacopoeial adsorption standards for effective, plant-based relief from occasional gas and digestive discomfort. For natural cosmetic.
• Store below 25 °C in a tightly closed, light-resistant container.

Activated charcoal is a finely powdered, plant-derived carbon that has been steam “activated” at very high temperatures to create an ultra-porous surface area—over 3 000 m² per gram. 

These microscopic pores carry a negative electrical charge that attracts and adsorbs positively charged molecules such as digestive gases and many dissolved toxins, keeping them inside the gut rather than letting them enter the bloodstream. 

How activated charcoal works when ingested

Because of this purely physical mode of action—no chemicals added and no systemic absorption—activated charcoal is a trusted ingredient for gentle digestive support and, in much larger medical doses, for hospital treatment of selected poisonings

• Stays in the gut – the charcoal itself is not absorbed; it passes through unchanged and exits in the stool.
• Adsorption, not absorption – toxins and gases stick to the charcoal’s vast internal surface via weak electrostatic forces, forming a stable charcoal-toxin complex.
• Elimination – the bound substances are then carried out of the body naturally, providing relief from bloating and helping limit uptake of certain unwanted compounds. 

IN well-being, activated charcoal (Carbo activatus) CAPSULES are traditionally and occasionally taken for:

• Intestinal gas / bloating
• After heavy or gas-forming meals.
• Occasional, Non-infectious diarrhoea to help adsorb irritants and excess fluid.
• Internal odour control: flatulence, ostomy odours (ileostomies or colostomies under dietitian advice).
• People who dislike handling activated charcoal in powder form: less “messy”, No scales or measuring spoons needed.
• As part of your travelling pharmacy kit (camping, upset bowels, novel foods, change in water sources…)

n DIY natural cosmetic, activated charcoal capsules are sometimes preferred to the powder form:

• In Deep-cleansing face masks – draws out dirt & impurities
• In Oil-control / mattifying skin masks– soaks up excess sebum
• Blackhead & acne care masks – helps unclog pores and calm breakouts
• In Gentle exfoliation scrubs
• In Teeth-whitening powder
• In Scalp & hair care– lifts product build-up and excess oil, added to base shampoo…

CAPSULES INGESTION WARNING:

•  Our capsules are not intended for emergency decontamination. Activated charcoal is a valuable hospital tool, used at high controlled doses, based on weight, and for certain poisons. Our 300 mg wellness capsules are far too small for that role.
• Keep our capsules for mild digestive discomfort only

IN CASE OF SUSPECTED POISONING, ingestion of potentially highly toxic substances, DO NOT SELF-TREAT WITH THESE CAPSULES. (ex: rat poison, long-acting anti- coagulant, Industrial chemicals (ex: Corrosives & caustics – bleach, drain cleaner, Hydrocarbons & solvents, kerosene, paint thinner…), Heavy metals (ex: lead, mercury salts), Alcohols & glycols (ex: methanol, antifreeze...), Prescription overdose, etc…, 

PHONE YOUR LOCAL POISON CENTRE ( SA Poison Information Helpline 0861 555 777) OR SEEK EMERGENCY MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.

READ CAUTION BEFORE INGESTING.

SUGGESTED ORAL USES: 

Take your vegetable capsules sparingly for routine digestive relief only. 

• Suggested use (adults ≥12 y): Swallow 2 capsules (600 mg) with a full glass (250 ml) of water after meals for occasional gas or bloating; repeat every 2 h if needed. Do not exceed 15 capsules (4.5 g) /24 h max.
• Children (<12 y): Use only on advice of a healthcare professional
• Gas / bloating: 2 capsules (600 mg) after meals or when needed. May repeat every 2 h; maximum 15 capsules (4.5 g) in 24 h.
• Short lived, uncomplicated diarrhoea in otherwise healthy conditions. Ex: after eating or drinking something that “does agree” with you, rich take away meal, street food on a trip, change in water sources, upset guts after antibiotic courses…) provided there is no fever, blood, no mucus, severe pain, dehydration: 2 capsules three times daily until stools normalise; maintain adequate hydration. Seek medical care if symptoms last beyond two days, in young children, pregnancy, very elderly people, or any red-flag signs appears.

IMPORTANT: Take capsules at least 2 h apart from prescription medicines or supplements because charcoal can reduce their absorption. 

Note: May blacken stools; harmless.

IN NATURAL SKIN CARE:

The powder inside each 300 mg veggie-cap is the same BP-grade activated charcoal used in our loose powder 500 g tubs, so it’s perfectly safe for topical recipes, in base liquid soaps or shampoo

Mess-free cosmetic option: 

• Less airborne dust: No scooping from a big tub means fewer black stains on counters and clothes.
• Exact batch size: Ideal when you just want a single mask, add to your bottle of natural shampoo or liquid soap, shower gels… and don’t need to weigh or measure grams.

Simply twist open 1–2 capsules—about ½-level teaspoon total—and tip straight into your mixing bowl, ready to use base cream, gel, liquid soap, shampoo...Mix well. 

QUICK RECIPE (ONE SKIN APPLICATION) for a cleansing mask

1 capsule charcoal + 1 tsp clay (White, Pink, Green, Rhassoul…) + splash of water or rose hydrosol → smooth paste → apply 10–15 min → rinse.

Remember

Charcoal is highly adsorptive and can feel drying; limit charcoal masks to 1–2 times per week and follow with your favourite moisturiser.

CAUTIONS FOR INGESTION:

• Adsorbs medicines – take at least 2 h apart. Not for long-term continuous use
• Not intended to treat poisoning; seek emergency care.
• Do not use in intestinal obstruction, severe constipation, or GI bleeding is present.
• If you take any prescription medication, especially heart, seizure, thyroid, transplant, or birth-control medicines, speak to a pharmacist or doctor before using activated charcoal.
• If multiple daily doses of medicine are required, avoid routine charcoal use or consult a healthcare professional for an individual schedule.
• Separate charcoal from all medicines and supplements by at least 2 hours after (or 4 hours before).
• Do not use charcoal long-term for general ‘detox’; reserve for occasional digestive discomfort unless medically supervised.
• Stop charcoal and seek medical advice if your regular medicine seems less effective.
• Possible Side-Effects:
• Pregnancy & lactation: considered low risk when used occasionally but consult a healthcare professional.

Common: transient constipation or diarrhoea, black stools.

Rare: vomiting, intestinal obstruction (high doses). Discontinue if abdominal pain, nausea, or persistent constipation occurs.