West African Black Soap, 100g, Raw and Organic

African black soap, or simply black soap (also known by various local names such as ose dudu, sabulun salo, and ncha nkota), is a kind of soap originating in West Africa. Made by traditional methods, this luxury soap is rapidly gaining some much-deserved popularity. It is made from the ash of locally harvested African plants and dried peels, which gives the soap its characteristic dark colour. Black soap is becoming a popular toiletry product in the USA today but has been around for centuries among the Bantu people of Africa, West Africa particularly.

Black soap has been found to have some antimicrobial properties against skin microbiota such as Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Candida albicans.

Plant matter, such as plantain skins, palm tree leaves, cocoa pods and shea tree bark, is first sun-dried and then burned to produce ash (which supplies the alkali required to convert or saponify the oils and fats). Next, water and various oils and fats, such as coconut oil, palm oil, and shea butter, are added to the ash. The mixture is cooked and hand-stirred for at least 24 hours. After the soap solidifies, it is scooped out and set out to cure.

Why Choose West African Black Soap?

• Natural Purity: Made from 100% natural ingredients, our black soap is free from harsh chemicals and additives, ensuring a gentle and nurturing cleanse.
• Deep Cleansing: Its powerful yet gentle formula deeply cleanses, unclogs pores, and helps combat acne, leaving your skin refreshed and revitalized.
• Skin Nourishment: Enriched with nourishing Shea Butter and other natural ingredients that provide a moisture boost to the skin, and promote a soft and supple complexion.
• Versatile Beauty: Suitable for all skin types, our black soap can be used on the face, hair (as a shampoo) and body, making it a versatile addition to your skincare routine.