MESSAGE RECEIVED A microbe called Bacteroides fragilis (left image, boxed) sends out messages that calm the immune system, quelling inflammation in mouse intestinal cells (left, bottom half). (sciencenews.org)
Using activated charcoal as an internal detoxifying agent can certainly get rid of some of the toxins that can contribute to acne and other skin issues, but topical use (it's a popular ingredient in face masks) can also quell inflammation, soothe irritation, and draw bacteria, impurities, and other unwanted substances out of pores to reveal radiant skin. (mindbodygreen.com)