Using products made with charcoal

Q: 

1. Are we allowed to use products made with charcoal example: toothpastes, soaps, cosmetics, etc. 

2. Are we allowed to take it in tablet form as it is recognized for many health benefits?

A: 

1. Yes. 

2. Yes, if it has some medicinal property.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)