How Does a Charcoal Laser Facial Work? A charcoal laser facial begins with the application of a liquid carbon layer to the face or a specific body part. This carbon mask is left to sit for a while, allowing it to penetrate the skin's pores. Due to carbon's natural ability to absorb impurities, it bonds tightly with dead skin cells, pigmentation, blackheads, whiteheads, excess oil, and environmental dust. Once the carbon has bonded with these impurities, a laser is directed onto the skin. The laser is attracted to the carbon particles, and the heat generated causes the carbon to explode gently. This tiny explosion removes the carbon particles, taking all the absorbed impurities with them. The result is a fresh, softer, and smoother layer of skin.