Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

PLEASE READ THIS FIRST If you are debating/ nervous about whether or not to get this, based on a few negative reviews: I did a little bit of research before I purchased this. I've used commercial black soap like Nubian Heritage and Shea Moisture for many years, and finally decided to try the real thing. This is the best deal on Amazon for raw black soap, the ingredients are what they should be, and the shipping was fast. Raw black soap should not be rubbed directly on the skin in bar form. It contains rough bits from the pods, and can tear or scratch skin. What you should do is tear of a small piece and form it into a mini bar. Use a washcloth,shower mesh sponge, or your hands to wash yourself. You can also look up videos on YouTube o how to make a liquid wash. Basically you dissolve a small amount into distilled water, and put into a bottle to use as face wash or body wash. For storage, store what remains in plastic wrap or a Ziploc bag in a cool dry place, or freeze it. If you have a small bar in your shower, ALWAYS keep it out of the direct stream of water. This will keep it from melting away quickly, as with any bar soap. Get a wooden soap dish with slats or a plastic one with raised nubs, so it can thoroughly dry after using. If you see a white film after using, don't worry, this is natural and it is NOT mold. I used this on my face and body yesterday, after I received it, and WOW! It left my oily skin squeaky clean, like I've never felt before. My skin on my chest and back felt so clean too, but not dry and tight. I used a toner after, and for the first time in my life, there was NO dirt or oil left behind on my cotton pad! This soap is a miracle! It's going to be great for hot, sweaty, oily, summer days. Nothing will leave you this clean. It also removes stubborn antiperspirant/deodorant with ease, without tons of scrubbing. I've never had a cleaner bath/shower experience. I used it again this morning, and noticed the breakout I had on my shoulder has vanished overnight. I'm floored. I also suffer from monthly hormonal acne on my face, and woke up clear today. My husband really enjoyed it too. It leathers up so richly, it has a soft earthy, slightly salty scent if you smell the bar itself, but is fragrance free and leaves behind only the scent of perfectly clean skin. Do yourself a favor and give it a try. I think with the right info, and instruction, this is pure gold.