African Black Soap (Palmolie-Vrij)

Wat is African Black Soap (zonder palmolie)?

African Black Soap (without palm oil) is a traditional, handmade soap based on shea butter. This variant is completely palm oil-free and is known for its mild, nourishing effect.

The soap is made from the residual flows from the production of shea butter. Extra shea butter and potash are added to this mixture of ashes. Potash is a natural mixture of salts, mainly potassium carbonate, derived from burnt plant materials.

During the production process, this mixture is heated and stirred, whereby a large part of the shea butter saponifies. Some remain unsaponified and provide the nourishing character of the soap.

The result is a creamy, mild soap that cleanses the skin without drying it out.

How is African Black Soap (without palm oil) made?

African Black Soap (without palm oil) is produced in an artisanal way. 

Plant materials are burned into ash, from which potash is formed. This potash forms the natural basis for the saponification process. Shea butter is added to this base. During heating and stirring, saponification takes place, whereby part of the fats are converted into soap and part remains unsaponified. It is precisely this combination that ensures a gentle cleansing and a nourishing skin feeling.

Benefits of African Black Soap (without palm oil)

• Gently cleanses the skin without drying out
• Palm oil-free and therefore richer and creamier than many other variants

Gentle on the skin
Unlike many other soaps, this variant is made with potash as a natural alkaline component. This makes the soap milder to use and the skin barrier remains intact better. Dirt and excess sebum are removed, while the skin does not immediately feel tight.

The unsaponified fraction of the shea butter ensures that the skin is already cared for and hydrated during cleansing.

Supports the skin in skin aging
The presence of natural ingredients from shea butter, such as vitamins A and E, contributes to the maintenance of supple skin. These substances support the skin structure and help the skin look well-groomed and healthy.

Suitable for dry or blemished skin
Due to the mild but effective cleaning, this soap is suitable for different skin types. The skin is cleansed without aggressively degreasing, which helps to keep the skin balanced.

How to use African Black Soap (without palm oil)?

Break off a small piece of the soap and rub it between your hands with water until it foams. Apply the foam to damp skin. Rinse with lukewarm water. 

Start with 1–2 times a week and gradually build up depending on your skin type.

Tips for using African Black Soap (without palm oil)

African Black Soap can feel a bit intense at first. Therefore, build up the use slowly.

• Always use foam, not directly the block on the skin
• Store the soap in a dry place
• Afterwards, use a nourishing oil or butter, such as shea butter or jojoba oil

What is so special about African Black Soap (without palm oil)?

Many African Black Soaps contain palm oil. In this variant, shea butter has been deliberately chosen as a base. Shea butter saponifies less completely than palm oil, leaving more unsaponifiable components. This results in a softer, creamier soap that dries out the skin less quickly.

Onze African Black Soap is:

• Completely palm oil free
  
• free of synthetic additives

Side effects of African Black Soap (without palm oil)

African Black Soap is a natural, yet active cleanser. With sensitive skin, the soap can be a bit tingling at first.

• Always test on a small area of skin first
• Wait 24 hours to check response
• Build up the use slowly