Table of Contents
- Skin Benefits Of African Black Soap.
- 1. Our Earth’s Secrets Natural Raw African Black Soap.
- 2. DUDU OSUN Black Soap.
- 3. HERA NATURE Raw Organic African Black Soap.
- 4. Incredible by Nature African Black Soap.
- 5. Sky Organics African Black Soap.
- Best Black Soap Body Washes.
- 6. Dr. Woods African Raw Black Vegan Liquid Soap.
- 7. Alaffia Authentic Liquid Black Soap.
- 8. Shea Moisture African Black Soap Body Wash.
- Possible Questions and Answers
African black soap is a heritage from Africa. Used by Africans to remedy so many skin issues. because of its richness in anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and capabilities of exfoliating and deep cleansing the skin thereby reducing the possible occurrence of acne, rashes, eczema and other skin issues.
This article entails the list of 8 best African black soaps and body washes in the market. These black soaps are authentic and handcrafted with 100% natural ingredients.
African black soap has been known for its wonderful benefits to the skin. It clears acne/pimples, erradicates Eczema, rashes, razor bumps, blemishes and fighting fungus and bacteria in the skin.
African black soap also deep cleanses the skin, thereby removing impurities traped in the skin pores and also exfoliates the skin by removing the dead skin cells on the skin, thereby giving your skin the smoothness it deserves.
Skin Benefits Of African Black Soap.
- It fights acne
- Healing breakouts.
- Fading scars.
- Fights Inflammatory and bacterial skin conditions.
- May help reduce hyperpigmentation & brightens the skin.
- May help reduce the appearance of stretch marks, wrinkles and fine lines.
- It deeply cleanses and exfoliates the skin.
Black soap is the powerhouse of essential vitamins, antioxidants and nutrients, which makes it a skin multipurpose soap. Here is all you need to know about African black soap.
Caution: Black soap is beneficial and safe for all skin types. But may not be for every skin types because of its skin drying effect which may not be suitable for super senstive and dry skin. But ultimately applying a facial moisturizer or body moisturizing lotion will definitely counter this effect and normalize your skin pH level.
After a deep research and review, we’ve handpicked 8 best african black soaps and body washes in the market.
1. Our Earth’s Secrets Natural Raw African Black Soap.
This raw organic black soap is made in Ghana from traditional African recipe and techniques, using organic natural ingredients with no added chemical or artificial fragrance.
It contains natural ingredients, such as Palm Kennel Oil, Coconut Oil, Stearin Oil, Cocoa Pod Husk, Unrefined Shea Butter, Plantain Skin Ash, Natural Vitamin E, Natural Sodium, Water. To deliver its full potential benefits to the skin.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Vegan and Cruelty-free.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
Cons
- May not be suitable for super senstive & dry skin.
2. DUDU OSUN Black Soap.
A very popular pure organic African black soap, made in Nigeria. Dudu Osun black soap is enriched with “Osun” (camwood) which is the main ingredient of this soap. It’s also enriched with other natural ingredients which are beneficial to our skin. This soap has so may testimonies online regarding getting rid of acne, rashes and bumps.You can read my personal experience with dudu osun black soap .
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Vegan and Cruelty-free.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
(Contains frangrace but not synthetic)
Cons
- Although this soap is moisturizing but still may not be suitable for extra-dry and sensitive skin.
3. HERA NATURE Raw Organic African Black Soap.
Another raw organic black soap traditionally produced in Ghana, richly infused with natural ingredients such as plantain skin which is rich in antioxidants such as riboflavin, vitamin C, thiamine, and folic acid, which has anti-inflammatory properties and contains antioxidants that protect your skin from UV damage and prevent skin aging, in combination with, palm Kernel oil, coconut oil and sheabutter, which are excellent moisturizers, emollient and also contains anti-inflammatory properties.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Vegan and Cruelty-free.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
Cons
- Individuals with sensitive and dry skin may experience irritations. (Use a moisturizer).
4. Incredible by Nature African Black Soap.
This is also one of the best black soaps in the market. Traditionally formulated in Ghana with the sweet ingredients of nature, such as shea butter, and cocoa Pod/butter which softens and firms the skin, has antioxidants & anti-inflammatory properties that fight free radicals, repair & renew damaged skin.
In combination with palm oil which is rich in antioxidants and vitamin E, which treats acne, eczema & reduces cell damage, also contains palm kernel oil, high in lauric acid with anti-bacterial/fungal properties, alongside coconut oil, which reinforces the skin’s lipid barrier to lock in moisture, repair dry skin and reduce wrinkles.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Vegan and Cruelty-free.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
Cons
- May not be suitable for sensitive and dry skin.
5. Sky Organics African Black Soap.
An Authentic handmade Soap from Ghana. Made with natural ingredients, plantain skin ash, Shea butter, cocoa butter, palm kernel oil, vitamin E, etc. This soap is 100% Vegan and Cruelty-free.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Vegan and Cruelty-free.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
Cons
- May not be suitable for sensitive and dry skin.
Best Black Soap Body Washes.
6. Dr. Woods African Raw Black Vegan Liquid Soap.
One of the best black soap liquid washes in the market, made with botanical extract without added detergent naturally rich in iron, Vitamins A and E, anti-oxidants, and skin-regenerating compounds that are essential for promoting healthy, glowing, youthful skin. Thanks to the natural enzymes from the plantain skins which is rich in antioxidants such as riboflavin, vitamin C, thiamine, and folic acid.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
- Gluten Free; Paraben and phthalate free; No animal testing, Certified Cruelty Free & Vegan.
Cons
- Pump sometimes fails to work.
7. Alaffia Authentic Liquid Black Soap.
An all in one liquid black soap, both used as a shampoo, shaving gel and liquid body wash. Alaffia’s Authentic African Black Soap is made from a centuries-old recipe of handcrafted shea butter and West African palm oil to promote healthier and glowing skin.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
- Gluten Free; Paraben and phthalate free; No animal testing, Certified Cruelty Free & Vegan.
Cons
- Pump too fragile and can easily break. (handle gently).
8. Shea Moisture African Black Soap Body Wash.
A liquid black soap with an ideal blend of natural addictives like organic shea butter, cocoa pod ash, vitamin E, organic oats and aloe to ensure that skin PH balance is maintained while soothing any irritation.
Pros
- 100% organic & natural.
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates.
- Contains 100% natural ingredients.
- No added synthetic fragrance.
- Gluten Free; Paraben and phthalate free; No animal testing, Certified Cruelty Free & Vegan.
Cons
- Although this liquid black soap is moisturizing but still may not be suitable for extra-dry and sensitive skin.
Possible Questions and Answers
Q: Can i use black soap everyday?
A: Black soap can be drying. Causing slight tingling, burning and skin tightening. But the good news is, they contain skin moisturizing ingredients such as aleo vera, sheabutter, honey, and oatmeal, but that doesn’t guarantee deep skin moisturization. If you have sensitive and dry skin, start out by using black soap only once or twice everyday. Be sure to use moisturizer or a hydrating serum or oil afterward to normalize your skin pH level.
Q: Why do you always say individuals with oily and acne prone skin benefits more from using black soap?
A: This is because, black soap deeply cleanses the skin pores, alleviates excessive oil, get rid of pore clogging impurites and strip away dead skin cells, thereby preventing the possible occurrence of congestion and oil-build up which triggers acne.
Q: Should i use sunscreen while using African black soap?
A: Yes of course, black soaps contains plantain skin, which contains antioxidants including vitamin C, it also contains AHA’s (alpha hydroxy acids) which can increase skin sensitivity to the sun. Wearing a sunscreen will do a great job by shielding your skin from the dangerous UV rays of the sun and prevent tanning and sunburn.
Q: Does African black soap lightens the skin?
A: Raw African soaps contains antioxidants, and alpha hydroxy acids which brightens the skin and evens out skintone.
Q: Can newborns & kids use African black soap?
A: Yes it is safe. African black soap is made from natural products that contain materials that nourish the skin such as Vitamin A, E and other essential oils. Also the soap does not contain added chemicals or preservatives that can harm newborn babies and kids. However due to its skin drying effect, we really don’t recommend using African black soap on newborn babies (0-6months) stick to using baby soap or body wash. But for kids (2 years above) you can use black soap on them but don’t forget to use baby moisturizing lotion as well as baby sunscreens too.
Q: Does African black soap expire?
A: Raw organic African black soap does not expire, because it’s made with 100% natural ingredients which are biodegradable. All you have to do is store in properly.
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