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Garnier Pure Active Charcoal Gel Wash Reviews

Garnier Pure Active Charcoal Gel Wash ReviewsGarnier Pure Active Charcoal Gel Wash Reviews
Overall rating from 49 reviews so far:
3.8/5
Would use it again?
3.8/5
Did it do what it said it would?
3.7/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
3.7/5

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A gentle daily cleanser powered by the key ingredient Charcoal to visibly reduce blackheads and protect against their reappearance.

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Garnier Pure Active Charcoal Gel Wash Reviews

Garnier Pure Active Charcoal Gel Wash Reviews

Reviews

Overall rating:
2.0/5
8th December, 2018
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Wouldn't buy again

Firstly, I really like the packaging, simple and the pump top makes things much easier to use. The first thing I noticed when using this product was the smell... Very chemically and artificial. It foams well on the face and does feel like your skin is getting a good clean. It left my skin feeling tingly and cool afterwards which felt like I had washed my face with peppermint or something! Very interesting. Overall, I didn't notice a change in my blackheads. I wouldn't buy this again as I feel it didn't do what it said it would and smelt way to chemically for me.

Tips: A little goes a long way

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
23rd December, 2018
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Garnier Charcoal Gel Wash

I was very impressed with the results of this gel wash, it really reduced the number of blackheads and made my skin a lot less oily, which is exactly what it claims to do. It took about a week or so to actually notice the results, but it was definitely worth it.

The packaging is fairly standard, plastic bottle with a pump, and the consistency is more on the thin side as far as gel is concerned. It has quite a strong scent, almost like aftershave, but it isn’t too overwhelming and is easy to get used to. You get a decent amount of product and it is definitely worth the price.

It wasn’t as dark as I was expecting, and lathered up quite nicely. I also noticed my makeup stayed matte for a lot longer after using this in the mornings, so that is definitely a bonus for people who have oily skin and wear makeup daily.

Overall I was impressed with the product itself and the results I got from using it, and I’d definitely recommend it to anybody with blackheads or oily skin.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
6th February, 2019
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Charcoal gel

First thing that struck me about this product is how big it is! At a huge 200ml and needing only a wee dollop each time, this is going to last a long time. Thankfully due to its gender neutral packaging (black, blue and red) and no feminine scent to it (more a medical type smell), my partner is using this product too.

The product is a smooth black gel. Only foams up only a little bit but applies easily and leaves skin clean and refreshed, and not too dry. Unlike the 3 in 1 charcoal scrub, it doesn't leave black marks all over the shower.

It makes some bold claims about reducing blackheads and imperfections (which is a little generic and vague). Not sure if that has happened for me (yet) but the gel does reduce oil production so it should in theory reduce blackheads.

Overall I prefer the 3 in 1 charcoal scrub because I prefer the grittiness to it, and can get in and give my face a good scrub. But it is a good product as a cleanser for the days I don't want to scrub.

Tips: Only need to use a small dollop

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Overall rating:
3.3/5
11th February, 2019
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Charcoal Gel

I had heard of a charcoal gel face wash before so to me this was one of a kind and I do like Garnier products so giving this a go was a no brainer.

The 200 ml bottle is a decent size and should last quite a while.

The product is a smooth gel, it does have a slight chemical smell but its not nasty. If you like more floral scents then this may not be for you.

I liked that the gel removed all traces of makeup and made my skin squeaky clean.

With regards to the main feature of this product - reducing blackheads - I cant say that I've noticed a huge difference. Perhaps I need to use it for longer, I'm not sure.

All in all its not a bad product, just don't be expecting to see results overnight.

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Overall rating:
1.3/5
16th May, 2019
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Not for me

I am one of hose people that forever has blackheads on the nose no matter what I do or try so I was looking forward to trying this. I have combination skin with a mainly oily T zone and chin which is where I get my blackheads so I used this product only on those zones. After a few days I did notice a slight change in how noticeable the blackheads on my nose were so was pleased with that. However I am now almost 2 weeks down the track and I had to stop using this a few days ago, my nose is completely dry and almost cracked around the edges! This has dried my skin out so badly and it looks absolutely awful! I won't be using this again - while it does reduce the appearance of blackheads slightly, the damage it has done to my skin is not worth it. in my opinion

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
8th February, 2019
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Garner Pure Active Charcoal Gel Wash

My skin is pretty sensitive and I am quite touchy about what goes on it, but always looking for the next holy grail so gave it a go!

The bottle definitely screams garnier and fits with the rest of their ranges. It is a really decent size for the price which is a bonus and the pump top lid is always a plus to minimise wastage.

I was quite intrigued with the colour, but dissapointed to find it is not actually thick black, but a dark grey. Although it is still pretty intense, I was envisaging a thick black tar like substance to schloop across my face. It is actually a great consistency and perfect for a face wash, despite my initial disappointment.

The scent is strong and chemically which put me off. You can tell that this is a strong and acidic product by it's scent, which isn't bad, but also isn't overly natural smelling. It's fine, it's not a plus but also not a negative.

Now it did seem to break me out, as in my face erupted in places that night. I have been stressed with exams so there's always other factors, but I did break out after using it. Because of that, I am not going to keep using it and hence the low rating.

I generally don't cope well with garnier products, so that is another reason my face went crazy!

All in all its not a bad product and I think in other circumstances with different skin types it can provide a nice deep clean, just not for me I'm afraid.

Tips: If you are sensitive to garnier products then this one isn't for you!

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Overall rating:
1.7/5
6th December, 2018
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I love trying new charcoal beauty products!

This cleanser has a thick consistency and effectivly washes away the day & night's grime. The gel is dark grey but as it lathers it turns white which is fun! The product claims to specifically target blackheads but unfortunately I have not noticed any improvement to mine. Perhaps in conjunction with pore strips or scrub this product may eliminate/prevent blackheads from reforming. I wouldn't reccomend it as an effective blackhead eliminating cleanser. The bottle is very pretty and the size is great! I also love that it's a pump top because it makes it so easy to get the right amount of product out.

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
5th December, 2018
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Great size and design!

I love this product teamed with my scrub, the sleek design of the bottle is great and allows me to use at the sink or in the shower due to the pump, it’s also easy to close to take travelling etc. The product it’s self comes out as a black cream type product and when you add water it bubbles up to a foam. At first use it dried out my skin but I think this was the charcoal or saliac acid after using for over a week it has improved. I haven’t noticed any huge changes to my blackheads but as a cleanser it makes my skin feel refreshed and clean. The blueberry extract is not overpowering and smells like your typical cleanser

Tips: Use water to foam up

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Overall rating:
3.0/5
6th December, 2018
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Way too harsh for face, okay for body

I tried this on my face and it was far too harsh and drying for me to even keep using for the purposes of the trial. I decided to try it on my chest instead, as I am prone to blackheads there. It works alright, but requires serious moisturiser afterwards.

Tips: Massage in for a minute or two to really let the active ingredients sit for a bit.

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Overall rating:
4.0/5
5th December, 2018
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Squeaky clean

I like how you can just turn the pump on the top to lock the pump, rather than pushing the pump all the way down and then turning it.

It comes out like a grey gel and turns into a white colour foam when you massage it into your skin. It smells exactly like the face scrub version and I feel like my face feels nice and clean afterwards.

I didn’t notice much of a change in the appearance of blackheads or blemishes after using it but there might be if I used it for longer

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