Shea Moisture African Black Soap
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This bar soap from Shea Moisture is a twist on the traditional African black soap recipe, designed for daily cleansing of the body with the benefit of natural, plant-based ingredients.
Perfect for oily or blemish-prone skin Formulated with a base of African Black Soap (plantain peel and palm ash tradition) blended with fair-trade shea butter, oats, aloe, and other soothing agents, it aims to cleanse, balance oiliness, soothe troubled skin, and leave skin feeling refreshed and clean.
A deep cleanse without stripping skin The traditional black soap base gives a deeper cleanse that can help with oil, sweat, and impurities. Thanks to the shea butter, oats, and aloe blended in, it aims to leave some moisture rather than feeling tight, so many with oily or textured skin report it as a go-to.
Key Features & Benefits
- Traditional African Black Soap Base: Plantain peel and palm ash.
- Blended with Fair-Trade Shea Butter, Oats & Aloe.
- Helps Cleanse Deeply.
- Balances Oily or Blemish-Prone Skin.
- Leaves Skin Feeling Clean but Not Stripped.
- Solid Bar Format.
Product Specification
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 8 oz |
| Product Type | Traditional cleansing bar soap |
| Key Ingredients | African black soap base, shea butter, oats, aloe |
| Suitable For | Oily, blemish-prone, or textured body skin |
How the Ingredients Work
- African Black Soap Base (Plantain Peel, Cocoa Pod Ash, Palm Tree Leaves, Shea Tree Bark): The formula's headline ingredient, giving a deeper cleanse that helps with oil, sweat, and impurities.
- African Shea Butter, Oats & Aloe: Help moisturize and calm skin, especially skin that may be irritated or oily.
Existing Full Ingredients List (reference, unchanged): African Black Soap Base, African Shea Butter, Oats, Aloe, Plantain Extract, Vitamin E, Essential Oil Blend, Vegetable Glycerin, Palm Ash, Rosemary Extract, Iron Oxides.
How to Use and Care for African Black Soap
Prep: Wet skin thoroughly.
Apply: Work the bar into a lather and cleanse the body.
Targeted Timing: Use daily as part of your cleansing routine.
Storage: Rinse thoroughly. Store in a dry place between uses.
Who this is for
Anyone with oily, blemish-prone, or textured skin wanting a traditional black soap bar that cleanses deeply while balancing oiliness.
Who this is NOT for
Not intended for those with very dry skin that already feels stripped or tight after washing — black soap bars can be more clarifying and may require a rich moisturizer afterwards. Also not recommended for ultra-sensitive facial skin, as the bar is more body-oriented.
FAQ
Q1. Can I use this on my face?
It's primarily designed for body use — the manufacturer advises some formulas should only be used on the body, so those with sensitive facial skin should take caution.
Q2. Will this leave my skin feeling tight?
It's designed to leave some moisture thanks to the shea butter, oats, and aloe blended in, though those with very dry skin may find it more clarifying than expected.
Q3. Is this suitable for oily skin?
Yes — many with oily or blemish-prone skin report it as a go-to for balancing oiliness.
Q4. What is African black soap traditionally made from?
It's traditionally made from plantain peel, cocoa pod ash, palm tree leaves, and shea tree bark.
This bar soap from Shea Moisture is a twist on the traditional African black soap recipe, designed for daily cleansing of the body with the benefit of natural, plant-based ingredients.
Perfect for oily or blemish-prone skin Formulated with a base of African Black Soap (plantain peel and palm ash tradition) blended with fair-trade shea butter, oats, aloe, and other soothing agents, it aims to cleanse, balance oiliness, soothe troubled skin, and leave skin feeling refreshed and clean.
A deep cleanse without stripping skin The traditional black soap base gives a deeper cleanse that can help with oil, sweat, and impurities. Thanks to the shea butter, oats, and aloe blended in, it aims to leave some moisture rather than feeling tight, so many with oily or textured skin report it as a go-to.
Key Features & Benefits
- Traditional African Black Soap Base: Plantain peel and palm ash.
- Blended with Fair-Trade Shea Butter, Oats & Aloe.
- Helps Cleanse Deeply.
- Balances Oily or Blemish-Prone Skin.
- Leaves Skin Feeling Clean but Not Stripped.
- Solid Bar Format.
Product Specification
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 8 oz |
| Product Type | Traditional cleansing bar soap |
| Key Ingredients | African black soap base, shea butter, oats, aloe |
| Suitable For | Oily, blemish-prone, or textured body skin |
How the Ingredients Work
- African Black Soap Base (Plantain Peel, Cocoa Pod Ash, Palm Tree Leaves, Shea Tree Bark): The formula's headline ingredient, giving a deeper cleanse that helps with oil, sweat, and impurities.
- African Shea Butter, Oats & Aloe: Help moisturize and calm skin, especially skin that may be irritated or oily.
Existing Full Ingredients List (reference, unchanged): African Black Soap Base, African Shea Butter, Oats, Aloe, Plantain Extract, Vitamin E, Essential Oil Blend, Vegetable Glycerin, Palm Ash, Rosemary Extract, Iron Oxides.
How to Use and Care for African Black Soap
Prep: Wet skin thoroughly.
Apply: Work the bar into a lather and cleanse the body.
Targeted Timing: Use daily as part of your cleansing routine.
Storage: Rinse thoroughly. Store in a dry place between uses.
Who this is for
Anyone with oily, blemish-prone, or textured skin wanting a traditional black soap bar that cleanses deeply while balancing oiliness.
Who this is NOT for
Not intended for those with very dry skin that already feels stripped or tight after washing — black soap bars can be more clarifying and may require a rich moisturizer afterwards. Also not recommended for ultra-sensitive facial skin, as the bar is more body-oriented.
FAQ
Q1. Can I use this on my face?
It's primarily designed for body use — the manufacturer advises some formulas should only be used on the body, so those with sensitive facial skin should take caution.
Q2. Will this leave my skin feeling tight?
It's designed to leave some moisture thanks to the shea butter, oats, and aloe blended in, though those with very dry skin may find it more clarifying than expected.
Q3. Is this suitable for oily skin?
Yes — many with oily or blemish-prone skin report it as a go-to for balancing oiliness.
Q4. What is African black soap traditionally made from?
It's traditionally made from plantain peel, cocoa pod ash, palm tree leaves, and shea tree bark.
