This archive report was first published on 27 December 2019.
WAHITO: Unlocking the Secrets of Raw African Black Soap for Healthy Skin ¶
Published on December 27, 2019
Raw African black soap, a natural remedy from West Africa, has gained popularity worldwide for its numerous benefits in maintaining healthy and glowing skin. One of the secrets to achieving this is the original African Black soap, which has been used for centuries in traditional African beauty practices.
Also known as 'ose dudu' in Nigeria, Benin, and Togo, this soap originates from the Yoruba people and is made from essential oils from palm trees, sheer barks, and burnt leaves from plantain leaves. The soap contains antioxidant properties and moisturizing properties from shea and coconut oil, as well as iron and vitamin A and E from plantain ash.
Unlike synthetic black soaps, raw African black soap has a brown color, is coarse, and not uniformly shaped. It is also malleable and affordable, retailing for as little as Sh400 to Sh600. The unique feature of this organic soap is that it is safe for all skin types, including oily, dry, normal, sensitive, and combination skin.
For normal skin types, the soap is less irritant and can help maintain a natural glow without the need for a moisturizer. However, for dry skin, it is recommended to use the soap only once or twice a week and follow up with a good moisturizer like shea butter. Oily skin, prone to acne and breakouts, can benefit from the soap's natural exfoliating properties and deep cleansing abilities.
For sensitive and combination skin, it is advisable to test the soap on a small area of the skin before using it extensively. The soap's natural exfoliating properties can help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Additionally, its microbacterial properties can help fight acne-causing bacteria and reduce hyperpigmentation caused by acne scarring and sun damage.
A study by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (New York) has approved the effectiveness of black soap in conquering skin conditions. However, more research is needed to uncover how production differs among products.
