Meet the Experts
What Is African Black Soap?
“African black soap originated with the Yoruba people in Nigeria and the Yoruba communities in Benin and Togo.
African Black Soap
pop in of ingredient:Cleanser and exfoliant.
Liz deSousa for BYRDIE
Main benefits:Improves skin tone, reduces inflammation, and deeply cleanses.
Works well with:Sunscreen and moisturizers containinghumectants,emollients, and occlusives.
Don’t use with:Could be irritating if used withchemical exfoliants.
How It’s Made
The meticulous process of creating African black soap begins with sun-drying plantain peels.
“Then, water is added to the ashes and filtered.
To cleanse, lather the soap in your hands before applying it to your body.
Your skin may feel tight after cleansing with black soap, so have amoisturizerhandy.
As a deep cleanser and exfoliator, be cautious and pay attention to your skin’s response.
If you experience irritation that persists or worsens, consult a board-certified dermatologist.
Because it’s formulated with plant-based ingredients, there is also always the possibility of allergies.
you’re able to find African black soap online.
One of our favorite products is Shea MoistureAfrican Black Soap.
Cleanse your face with African black soap for a minute to a minute and a half before rinsing.
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