Shea Moisture African Black Soap Bar 4-Count (8 oz) — Calm & Clearing, Oats & Aloe for 24H Hydration

SheaMoisture African Black Soap Calm & Clearing Bar is a moisturizing cleansing bar designed for melanin-rich skin, delivering gentle cleansing and visibly moisturized skin for up to 24 hours.

This bath bar combines traditional African Black Soap with modern skin-supporting ingredients — oats for comfort, aloe for soothing, vitamin E for antioxidant support, and fair-trade shea butter broken into micro-droplets through SheaMoisture's proprietary emulsion technology. The 4-count package (8 oz total) is 92% naturally derived and formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or petrolatum. Use it alone or pair with other products from SheaMoisture's African Black Soap Collection for a consistent routine.

How does this bar cleanse without overdrying melanin-rich skin?

The formula uses African Black Soap as the primary cleansing agent, chosen for its ability to remove dirt and oil while keeping skin balanced. Oats and aloe help calm irritation that can follow cleansing, and the shea emulsion helps restore surface moisture immediately after use. Together they reduce the stripping sensation common with harsh bars.

• African Black Soap for effective yet balanced cleansing
• Oats and aloe to soothe sensitive or inflamed areas
• Shea emulsion provides evenly spread hydration
• Free from sulfates and harsh additives that dry skin

What visible benefits can I expect after using it?

Right after use, skin feels smoother and less tight due to the shea emulsion and hydrating ingredients. With continued use, many notice improved surface moisture and a calmer appearance in areas prone to dryness or irritation. The bar aims to leave skin looking healthy and more even in texture, not to treat medical conditions.

• Immediate calming and smoothing of the skin surface
• Visible moisture retention reported up to 24 hours
• Helps reduce the appearance of dryness and rough patches
• Works well as part of a consistent skincare routine

Is this soap safe for sensitive or troubled skin?

Formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or petrolatum, the bar aims to be gentler than conventional soaps. The inclusion of soothing oats and aloe targets sensitivity, though individual reactions can vary—patch testing is recommended for very reactive skin. It’s intended to balance and calm rather than irritate, making it a suitable option for many who experience dryness or bumpiness.

• 92% naturally derived ingredients to minimize harsh components
• Soothing additives like oats and aloe for comfort
• Fair trade shea butter broken into micro-droplets for even coverage
• Patch-test recommended for highly reactive skin

How should I incorporate this bar into my daily routine?

Use the bar during your usual shower or bath to cleanse areas of concern—face or body—lathering gently and rinsing thoroughly. For best long-term results, follow with a SheaMoisture moisturizer from the African Black Soap Collection to lock in hydration. The bar is convenient for daily use and travel-ready in a 4-count pack.

• Lather with water, massage onto skin, then rinse clean
• Follow with a compatible moisturizer for enhanced hydration
• Suitable for daily use on body and, for many, gentle enough for face
• Pack of four keeps a bar in multiple locations or for sharing

Who is this for: This SheaMoisture African Black Soap Calm & Clearing Bar is aimed at people with melanin-rich skin who want a gentler, naturally inclined cleansing option that helps soothe dryness, restore surface moisture, and support a balanced skin appearance. It’s helpful for those seeking sulfate-free formulations and for anyone wanting to coordinate a complete care routine with the rest of the African Black Soap line. If you have extremely reactive skin or specific dermatologic concerns, consult a professional before changing your routine.

Ingredients

SODIUM PALMATE, SODIUM COCOATE (OR) SODIUM PALM KERNELATE, WATER (AQUA),GLYCERIN, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER, SODIUM CHLORIDE, AVENA SATIVA (OAT) KERNEL MEAL, POTASSIUM SHEA BUTTERATE, POTASSIUM COCOATE, POTASSIUM PALM KERNELATE, TOCOPHEROL, AVENA SATIVA (OAT) MEAL EXTRACT, COOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, SODIUM GLUCONATE,TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, IRON OXIDES ( CI 77499).