Garnier Pure Active Charcoal 3 In 1 Mask Review

I was really excited when I was chosen to review this product! I did not have high hopes or expectations though as most of my skincare is way more pricey than this one. I just expected the quality to be far less.

A little backstory. I get hormonal acne around my chin and there is nothing I can do about it during that time of the month. It is SO annoying and frustrating. I constantly am using masks and cleaning religiously to no avail. I’m more on the dry side. If I don’t exfoliate 2-3x a week then my face loses its texture and gets super dull and just gross. But, then when I exfoliate properly, I get oily during the day. My skin is just full of drama and attitude. Just no respect. I started using this product right away when I received it. I LOVE the smell and the exfoliating granules are the perfect size for an everyday exfoliating product. Immediately after washing my face, I had an extra little glow I wasn’t expecting and I was loving it. But, the true test is that during this hormonal time, I usually get breakouts overnight while I sleep so I wanted to see what would happen in the morning. I woke up and not only was I amazed to see my skin had not betrayed me like I was used to, it actually had healed up a lot! Had I finally found something to force my skin to get itself together?! I was excited but figured the wrath would still come later. I’ve been using this now for over a week and I can tell you that I have had no more breakouts! I am honestly amazed and feeling a little mad that I have been spending 800x more money on other products that don’t deliver anything close to this.

I tried this as a mask and I noticed very similar results to using it as a cleanser so I probably won’t do that again. Also, for blackheads it really didn’t do much. I don’t have a huge problem with them but I get a few on my nose and this didn’t touch them at all. I still had to use another product for that but honestly, with the results I had using it as a wash, I will actually keep purchasing for that factor alone. If you have similar issues, just get this because it is actually pretty great!

Thanks BR for making this girl a little less product snobby. My wallet and my skin will be much happier now.

This is a very thick and black face wash with fine exfoliating particles that work really well! Despite having salicylic acid, it has a very natural feeling about it, it does seem like charcoal is the main ingredient. I used this as a wash/scrub daily, some days I wouldn't take my makeup off beforehand. It does a great job of taking makeup off! Don't use it near the eyes though, your eyes will probably get quite dry. I have oily skin with very small blackheads that make it less smooth when applying makeup. This face wash definitely helped smooth out my skin, and I have noticed very slightly that my face is a bit less oily. This wash isn't aimed at people with acne, which makes sense, as I often get a few spots and that hasn't really changed due to this wash. When you use this, you can tell it is not a gentle cleanser, the active ingredients are quite intense, but it definitely doesn't feel harsh or drying. In fact, when you dry your face after washing it, your skin feels really smooth and soft which is amazing! It does have a bit of a weird smell but it's not bad enough to not want to use it. Also if you're not washing your hair, don't put it too close to your hairline as it might be a bit hard to wash out if you don't want to get your hair wet.

I have been using this for just for 20 days now as a a daily for face wash and mask it is helped to minimise blackheads I will definitely keep using it. And clear up redness.

I like how you can use this three different ways. As a face wash, scrub and mask. This would make it especially great for travelling with because rather than bringing three products just can just bring the one. I have been using it as a face wash/scrub, and its done a really good job. I get quite dry skin, and this does a good job of exfoliating those dry patches. I didn't make me break out either. I will continue to use it!

I have really enjoyed using this product and really like the diversity of it and that it can be used as a wash, exfoliator or mask and it works great as all of these. I have noticed that it has visibly reduced some small blackheads that I had on my chin area and has prevented me from having any breakouts over the time that I have been using it. I have very sensitive combination skin and have been able to use this product without any reaction. I have also noticed my face had dry patches before and these have gone and there has also been a reduction in oiliness. The product has a very fresh smell to it and would be suitable for both men and women. As a wash I found that because it has exfoliating beads in it I felt like I wanted to use it more as an exfoliator. It also works well as a mask and dries quickly. I would highly recommend using this product f you have acne prone or blackhead prone skin and it has been suitable for my sensitive skin also.

When i first used this product and saw the charcoal colour, i was a bit worried that it may stain my face. This is obviously not the case. The texture isnt thick like a mask, it actually rubs onto your skin quite easily. The smell of the mask is quite refreshing. You wouldnt think there would be any smell to charcoal, but this has a nice clean refreshing smell to it. Easy to use, just squeeze and place on your face. Scrub for a few seconds, then rinse off. I have used this for the past couple weeks and my skin has felt so much healthier and softer. The scrub from the charcoal definitely gets rid of the blackheads. Whenever i use this, my skin feels cleansed and so soft. Definitely a product i will continue using.

The first thing that struck me about the Garnier Pure Active Charcoal 3 In 1 was that it means business. The packaging with its sleek black, blue and red colouring and graphics makes it look more like a prescribed chemist product rather than one you can buy off the supermarket shelf.

I love that it is gender neutral - it is not dressed up with pink colouring and doesn't smell fruity or flowery (smells more earthy) - it's here to do the job, not just sit there looking pretty. Both men and women can feel comfortable purchasing and using it.

The product is black (from the charcoal) and the texture is quite thick and gritty, but not abrasive. You only need a small dollop to wash your face so I can see this bottle lasting a long time - great value for money. The black colouring makes it easy to see if you have washed it off your face (and got out of your nose!), or if you splashed any around the shower (so you can wipe it off - not that I found that it stains).

After using it, it left my skin feeling hydrated and clean, and surprisingly soft. Using it as a mask (once a week) is really easy to use - and also feels my skin feeling clean and soft.

And the best part about this product is it does what it says it will do - I have no blackheads since using it. Hurrah! I would definitely recommend for anyone with oily/combination skin and/or have clogged pores and blackheads.

I found the consistency of this product to be quite thick, in a good way! It provided great coverage, was easy to blend and the exfoliating beads weren’t too rough. It provided a thorough clean and I really felt When used as a face mask it didn’t entirely dry but I did like that, because it meant it was easy to remove. The product was extremely easy to use for all of its three uses; a cleanser, exfoliator and mask. The instructions on the bottle made it very clear how long to use the product for and for what results you wanted to achieve. I also didn't get that '5 o'clock shadow' which i have experienced with other charcoal face products. The fragrance was pleasant, I enjoyed that it didn’t have an overly floral scent like a lot of other products do. Another amazing positive about this product is that it is going to last me FOREVER. You need the smallest pea size amount for any of its three uses; a little goes a very long way. An extremely economical product. The price is one of the many reasons I would repurchase this product or recommend it to others. It’s very reasonably priced, plus, it really saves money given it’s a 3 in 1 and no need to purchase 3 different products. The packaging is nice and simple. The only thing that would make it a little easier to use would be a pump. When you’re all slippery in the shower trying to flip the top of bottles can sometimes be tricky, and given it’s a thick dark product, the current flip-top lid has become a little messy. However, given the consistency of the product I’m unsure whether a pump would be a possibility or not. Initially I did notice my skin began to break out when I started using this product, however after roughly a week all of my spots began to clear and has continued to stay clear with regular use as a cleanser, exfoliator and face mask, following the instructions on the bottle as to how often each should be used. My skin feels great, is very smooth and not dry at all (initially I was hesitant as I felt this could be a drying product). I usually have oily/combination skin, and I feel that if anything this product has made my skin more “normal”. My foundation applies easier and my pores and blackheads on my nose are clearly smaller. I would absolutely recommend this product to anyone having skin troubles, or those who simply want a clearer canvas to apply makeup on to. This product has worked wonders for me and I intend to repurchase when I run out. I’m reluctant to use anything else after seeing how well it has cleared my skin.

I have been struggling to find a cleanser that gets rid of my makeup as well as scrubbing my pores for that deeper clean. Previous ones have either made my skin too dry or left my face oily after cleansing (I have oily skin already so its annoying). However, this blew my mind.

The Garnier Pure Active Charcoal 3 in 1 Mask has clay like consistency that it quite messy and gets everywhere (kind of like Fudge Purple Shampoo) but when you put it on your face its amazing. It smells really good. The first thing I noticed was the small scrub particles that weren't too big or too small. They cleaned EVERYTHING out of my face. My forehead had bean prone to rough skin and red pimples but they literally vanished after the first 2 washes. My skin is so clear and healthy, it is the best thing I've ever tried. I used it for 2 weeks daily and have noticed a massive improvement on my skin. Barely ANY pimples, not rough skin, and very smooth. I would still purchase this item even if it was double the price. PLUS you can leave it on for a mask as well. The only downside is the mess it makes from splashes if not contained.