SheaMoisture's African Black Soap incorporates the ancient medicinal properties of Black Soap and the enriching, hydrating properties of Shea Butter to cleanse and balance problem skin. The traditional Black Soap recipe contains palm ash, plantain peel extract, tamarind extract and papaya enzymes, and salicylic acid to balance dry skin and treat eczema, acne, oily skin, psoriasis, and other skin ailments. This rich lathering bar deep cleanses without stripping moisture.