Did you know that you can use activated charcoal for cystic acne? Find out its benefits and how to use it in this post! Benefits of Activated Charcoal for Cystic Acne Sucks out gunk stuck in acne: In hospitals, activated charcoal is given to people who’ve swallowed poison because it’s a very powerful absorbent. In this same way, activated charcoal helps cystic acne by absorbing or sucking out all kinds of gunk that are stuck inside cystic acne. Stuff like stale sebum, bacteria, pus, pollution, dead cells and impurities are removed. Exfoliates skin: By sucking out all kinds of dirt from the skin, Continue Reading