Ancestral Earth™ Raw African Black Soap

Purity From the African Earth

Traditional Raw Black Soap

Ancient African Wisdom, Modern Skincare

Ancestral Earth™ Raw African Black Soap is an authentic African cleansing tradition handcrafted using time-honored methods passed down through generations across West Africa. This traditional soap originates from regions including Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Mali, Togo, and Morocco, where tribes such as the Hausa have produced natural black soap for centuries.

Historically known as Anago or Alata Samina, meaning “Black Soap,” its rich brown color comes from natural plant materials such as roasted plantain skins, cocoa pods, palm leaves, and shea butter ash. Each community maintains its own artisanal preparation methods, preserving the integrity and authenticity of this treasured soap.

Unlike commercial “black soaps” that are mass-produced, Ancestral Earth™ Raw African Black Soap remains true to its traditional form, featuring the rustic, uneven texture that indicates genuine handcrafted soap.

Available Forms

Raw African Black Soap

Our raw form preserves the soap exactly as produced by traditional African artisans. It has a soft, natural texture and breaks easily into pieces for use.

Net Wt. 120 g (4 oz.)

Liquid African Black Soap

For added convenience, this raw African black soap is also available as a liquid formulation, maintaining the natural cleansing benefits of traditional black soap in an easy-to-use liquid format.

Size: 16 oz

Pure, Plant-Based Formulation

• 100% vegan and plant-based
• Free from artificial fragrances, sulfates, preservatives, and dyes
• Fairly traded and handcrafted by African tribeswomen
• Produced using traditional artisanal methods honoring ancestral wisdom

Key Benefits

✔ Gently cleanses skin and hair
✔ Supports smooth, balanced-feeling skin
✔ Helps maintain natural texture and clarity
✔ Creates a rich, creamy lather
✔ Comforts and soothes sensitive skin

Key Properties

• Naturally rich in minerals
• Supports balanced skin pH
• Gentle cleansing without over-drying
• Soothing and comforting to sensitive skin
• Produces a luxurious creamy lather
• Suitable for face, body, and hair

Experience

Reconnect with an authentic African skincare tradition. Ancestral Earth™ Raw African Black Soap delivers a naturally cleansing, mineral-rich bathing experience inspired by centuries of African herbal wisdom.

Ingredients:

Saponified Butyrospermum Parkii or Vitellaria Paradoxa (Shea) Butter, Plantago Lanceolata (Plantain) Ash, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Leaves, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa Pod) Ash (Potash), Virgin Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Kernel Oil.

Clean Ingredients Promise™

Products of the Earth™ is committed to purity, integrity, and botanical excellence in every formula we create.

✔ Organic, Kosher, Wild-Crafted, or Non-GMO botanicals
✔ No artificial fillers, colors, or preservatives
✔ No gluten, soy, dairy, or yeast
✔ Only pure botanical ingredients and extracts
✔ Plant-based formulations designed for natural synergy

We maintain strict standards to ensure our products remain free from unnecessary additives:

• No artificial colors or synthetic fragrance
• No parabens or phthalates
• No aluminum compounds

Instead, we focus on botanicals, minerals, and plant-derived ingredients that work in harmony with the body’s natural processes to support balance, vitality, and overall well-being.

Directions

Break off a small piece of the raw African black soap. Avoid exposing the entire bar to excess water, as constant moisture will cause it to dissolve more quickly.

Moisten your hands and rub the black soap between them to create a rich lather before applying to the skin.

Hair & Scalp Use

Lather the raw African black soap in your hands first, then apply the lather to hair and scalp. Massage gently to cleanse and refresh the scalp before rinsing thoroughly with water

Storage

Ancestral Earth™ Raw African Black Soap (Traditional Black Soap) contains a high natural glycerin content and absorbs water easily. Store in a dry area or paper bag away from the shower to maintain longevity.

Products of the Earth™

Nature’s Intelligence for Human Wellness
Pure Ingredients • Thoughtful Formulation • Rooted in Nature                                                                                                 

For external use only. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.