The drying effect of black soap with daily use may trigger acne in people with oily skin. Thus, adequate moisturization is essential. People with all skin types must perform a patch test by washing a small area of the skin with black soap before using it on the face or a larger area on the body. Plantain Skin Ashes, Charcoal, Cocoa Butter, Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Shea Butter Black soap is great because it can clear acne but is gentle enough for all skin types. We use only the best unrefined Shea butter as it has a higher concentration of skin calming and anti-inflammatory properties. Additional Tips: Be patient, as black soap can take a few weeks to reach its full effectiveness.