{"product_id":"african-raw-premium-black-soap-3-sizes","title":"African Raw Premium Black Soap (3 sizes)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfrican Raw Premium Black Soap also called African soap or black soap is great for eczema, psoriasis, acne, hyperpigmentation, stretch marks, and everything in between.  \u003cspan\u003eAfrican black soap is packed with essential nutrients designed to enhance your skin’s natural complexion and help you glow from the inside out.\u003c\/span\u003e This product unlike the synthetic soaps you find at the drugstore is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eauthentic\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e handmade from plant-based ingredients in Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGentle enough to use on your: Face and Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSafe for all skin types\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNaturally fragrance-free\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfrican black soap benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-bacterial - excellent alternative to chemical-laden cleansers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOily or combination skin - b\u003c\/span\u003ealance your skin’s natural oil production without stripping necessary oils or adding excess oil to your skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-Inflammation - may be helpful for people who have inflammatory conditions like rosacea \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps fight acne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin Irritation - soothe itchiness and irritation caused by: eczema or skin allergies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExfoliant - raw ingredients that make up this black soap makes it a natural exfoliant, which may help improve skin texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce hyperpigmentation - acne scarring and sun damage — two things that African black soap may help soothe or prevent. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntifungal - product effective for seven types of fungus — this includes the common Candida albicans yeast. You can safely use African black soap to help treat conditions like toenail fungus and athlete’s foot. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use African black soap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the natural texture is ideal for removing dead skin during exfoliation, you’ll want to smooth it out before using it as a regular cleanser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull a small chunk of soap off of the bar and rub it in between your hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a liquid cleanser, you can dissolve your piece of soap in water before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can apply the bar directly to your skin if you’re looking for exfoliation, but be gentle! The rough texture is already an exfoliant in itself, so you don’t have to scrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou may also consider rubbing the bar on a soft washcloth first for gentle cleansing or use on rashes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith whatever method you choose, make sure that you thoroughly rinse the soap off with lukewarm water after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfterward, apply your favorite moisturizer to your damp skin. This will help lock in the soap’s natural hydrating effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotential side effects and risks\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re new to raw black soap, consider using it once every couple of days to start. You can gradually increase your use as your skin gets used to the soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s possible to be allergic to any soap. If your skin becomes irritated or you develop a rash, discontinue use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural black soap is also rough, so it can irritate or even break your skin if you’re not careful. Stinging and burning are also possible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best way to prevent skin breakage is to smooth out the soap and combine it with water or use it with a washcloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it's made\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal, traditional African black soap is handmade. Once the ingredients are combined, the soap is heated and left to cure for several days before use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients: Roasted Cocoa Pods, Plantain Skin, Ash, Palm Oil, Water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you begin experiencing any unusual rashes or irritation, discontinue use and see your doctor or dermatologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrders are shipped in 1 to 2 business days (Monday-Saturday) after the date of your order via USPS. (Express shipping is available by phone). 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