African black soap is produced in several ways, using different ingredients. However, the core ingredients of black soap produced traditionally include native plants like shea tree bark, palm tree leaves, plantain skins or cocoa pods, and fats like palm oil, coconut oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, and palm kernel oil. Black soap is produced with ingredients that make it excellent for reducing the appearance of acne scars, past skin wounds, and stretch marks. Shea butter helps repair skin tissues and boosts collagen production. Red palm oil has vitamin e and helps maintain healthy skin. The essential fatty acids in palm kernel oil, red palm oil, and coconut oil bolster the regeneration of skin cells to assist scars to fade out. Below is a simple procedure to make your own black soap for skin repair.
INGREDIENTS
- 1kg black soap
- 40g turmeric powder
- 40g cinnamon powder
- 40g shea butter
- 30g licorice powder
- 60ml raw honey
- 100ml lime juice
- 40ml sweet almond oil
- 40ml sesame oil
- 40ml carrot oil
- 10ml vitamin E oil
- 40ml glycerin
- Fragrance (optional)
PROCEDURES
- Mix lime juice into black soap and leave for 45min-1hour to texturize the soap.
- Pound the soap using a mortar (You can also use a heavy-duty mixer).
- Add other ingredients and mix thoroughly until it becomes smooth.
Note: It is advisable you discontinue any bleaching cream or soap while using this soap recipe. This will help regenerate your skin fast and effectively.
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