African Black Soap

Ancient Tradition. Modern Skincare.

African Black Soap is a raw, traditionally crafted soap sustainably sourced from West Africa, made from the ash of locally harvested plantain skins, cocoa pods, and palm tree leaves combined with palm kernel oil, coconut oil, and salt. Used for centuries across West Africa for its powerful cleansing, balancing, and skin-healing properties, this unscented, all-natural soap is suitable for face, body, hair, and scalp — and is especially beloved by those with sensitive, oily, acne-prone, or problem-prone skin. A Bath Care Favorite in the Mature Skin, Oily Skin, and Unscented Soaps collections.

Key Benefits

• Deeply Cleansing & Detoxifying — The natural ash base draws out impurities, excess oil, and toxins from pores for a thorough, clarifying cleanse without harsh chemicals
• Balances Skin pH — Helps restore the skin's natural pH balance, reducing excess oiliness and supporting a clearer, more even complexion
• Reduces Inflammation & Hyperpigmentation — Natural anti-inflammatory properties help calm irritated skin, reduce redness, and support a more even skin tone over time
• Promotes Cell Renewal — Supports healthy skin cell turnover for a brighter, more radiant complexion with regular use
• Versatile Use — Can be used as a daily face wash, body bar, face mask, or — when melted with water — as a gentle shampoo for scalp and hair
• Unscented & Free from Additives — No artificial colors, fragrances, or harsh chemicals — ideal for sensitive, eczema-prone, and fragrance-sensitive skin
• Palm Kernel Oil & Coconut Oil — Nourish and moisturize skin while the soap cleanses, leaving skin feeling soft and balanced rather than stripped

Product Details

• 5.2 oz. bar
• Unscented, no artificial colors or fragrances
• Sustainably sourced from West Africa
• Vegan & cruelty-free
• Suitable for all skin types including sensitive, oily, acne-prone, and eczema-prone skin
• Suitable for face, body, hair, and scalp

Ingredients

Roasted Plantain (Musa Paradisiaca) Skin Ash, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Pod Ash, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm Kernel) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sodium Chloride (Salt)

How to Use

As a face or body wash: Wet skin and work a small amount of soap into a lather between hands. Massage gently over skin and rinse thoroughly with warm water.

As a face mask: Apply a thin layer to damp skin, leave on for 3–5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

As a shampoo: Add a small piece to warm water and allow to dissolve overnight, or melt gently. Apply to wet hair and scalp, massage, and rinse thoroughly.

Care Instructions

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes — if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children.

Important storage note: Raw African black soap is soft and absorbs moisture from the air, making it very malleable. For longest life, store in a sealed, dry container such as a snap-shut soap dish between uses. Do not store in zip-lock bags as product will stick to the bag. Keep away from direct streams of water.