How to Make African Black Soap (NO Toxic Chemicals) - EASY Method
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- Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
- Black Soap is known to be a game changer for skin and hair. With just 4 ingredients, I’m gonna show you how to make your own black soap from scratch without using toxic synthetic chemicals
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This video serves as proof that synthetic chemicals are not needed to make soap. African Black soap is made with a natural/organic base and natural oils. THAT'S ALL, no synthetic fragrances, thickeners, dyes etc.
Green Beauty Channel ™ Fake African black soap is an opaque black and is smooth and shiny. These are the characteristics that set apart fake from real.
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Thanks for making this video! Very helpful and educative! 😍😍😍
How to know fake Black soap: it's always very smooth and creamy, fragrance and strong or very hard, most times comes in black. Hint: You should be able to pronounce the ingredients that its made of, if not so, please beware! infact run!💃💃💃💃💃
Green Beauty Channel ™ can I add Shea butter I'm in Ghana now and I want to make this my self
Green Beauty Channel ™ this one of the best videos you have ever made. One day I will try this, great video!
Green Beauty Channel ™ Thank you so much for making these videos, they are really appreciated. Ps I'm in Africa so it's easier for me to get potash. We even use it in our food sometimes. I always see vids on the benefits of black soap but didn't know I could make some myself. Thank you.
Lye is required to make soap. The reason your mixture becomes soap, is because by mixing the potash with water, then simmering/smoking it down like that, you are literally creating lye. Specifically, yours is a form of lye called Potassium Hydroxide. Technically, you could just skip all the boiling, scraping and toxic smoky fumes and just buy some potassium hydroxide.
There are 2 kinds of lye-- potassium hydroxide (mostly used to make liquid soaps, like the kind in a hand pump, which is why your soap comes out soft and sticky), and sodium hydroxide, which makes the hard, smooth bars of soap. Both are natural, and made from ashes and salt.
Before you go making lye, or using it-- know that it can be pretty dangerous while it is hot and fuming. It can burn your skin, lungs and eyes. While working with lye, wear rubber gloves, a mask, glasses/goggles and work either outside, or an open, very well ventilated area. Notice when you see videos of African people making this soap, they do it outside-- for good reason.
Now... Soap making is an exact science. There is no room for miscalculation. Lye has a very specific amount of water and oil it must be emulsified very thuroughly with, in order to properly undergo the soaponification process.
If you dont get your measurements right, and if you dont emulsify the water,, oils and lye properly-- you could make a soap that is too lye heavy, and unsafe to use. When a soap is too lye heavy, it will burn or irritate your skin.
By the way, that is something that concerns me when I watch these videos about people who use African black soap-- many say that it irritates the skin... Again, that is a strong sign that a soap is too lye heavy! Wherever they bought it from, perhaps it was made by someone who was not well versed in lye/water/oil ratios.
This problem can actually be remedied by using the proper amounts of water and oils/butters.
Its not that other African soaps are "fake" per se... ALL soaps are a combination of lye, water and oils/butters. But perhaps other soap makers used a different lye to make the bar harder. You can still add all the same other ingredients though.
Making soap is fun and it is an art form. But safety first!
Love your information and knowledge, and the sharing of that, thank you. Can I just buy KaOH to make the black soap consistency? Potassium Hydroxide?
Wow, great information here. Thank you.
Tell me a bit about emulsifying tap water
@@MaybeDHitHim Most soap makers do not use tap water, because there may be traces of metals from the pipes that can react negatively with the lye.
Great explanation. Thank you for that. Quite informative. I will def be are in my soap making process.
You out did yourself with this one
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Another way that some make black soap in West Africa is to use ashes of palm leaves, cocoa pods, etc instead of the mineral. These ashes contain the same compounds as potash and are actually called potash. The term potash refers to multiple different things that all contain potassium salts which give it the soap-making property.
The fake soap is smooth, actually black, and hard. The real one is rough (not smooth) easy to break with your hands and not actually black (more like brown).
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As a fellow chemist, i really appreciate what you do on this channel. Characteristics of the fake black soap is it's smooth and is typically created with synthetic chemicals.
Curly, methinks the darkness might be due to a use of crystalized tar. Is there an ammoniated exchange that makes it blacker from potash?
@@MaybeDHitHim I think it is more likely from the dyes they add to it. Genuine African black soap is brownish, and has a crumbly texture.
@@CurlyChemist does it foam or lather or saponify (I think that's the proper word)?
@@MaybeDHitHim I use it as a face wash, and it doesn't get foamy really, not much lather. When wet, it feels slick, but you can feel the sensation of soapiness (if that's a thing). It's very alkaline (has a high pH) so it doesn't lather like regular soap, and sometimes can be drying.
@@CurlyChemist the sensation of suds and the surface tension are what people are accustomed to. I'm not saying it ain't taking away the dirt. But how can you get the suds up? Longer curing?
I really want to know. I made some lye soap and forgot about it. It generates a buttload of suds. I want to get that same effect but I'm not an accomplished soapmaker or chemist. BUT, I like the idea of "black" soap because it's great for my, Black skin. But I don't want my pores to be clogged.
Fake African black soap is really hard and actually really uniformly black.
LOL agreed, it looks more like a black liquorice..
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I think we should mention that the breaking down the potash phase can be caustic and we shouldn't let the contents of the pot touch our skin or eyes or other mucous membranes.
Yep! Gloves, safety goggles and long sleeves are something you really need for this sort of project! Nobody wants alkaline burns from the potash.
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So basically gloves and goggles, gotcha!
This is definitely another form of the black soap. I am familiar with kernel oil, plantain ash, cocoa... But this is definitely another legit way to make it.
I have been searching for an answer to my soap making questions. I am so happy to have found this video. All other soaps have harsh chemicals even when looking for no lye. Thank you so much!!!
I have been looking for a tutorial like this for years, thank you for doing this. You're amazing and your channel is incredible!
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I clicked hoping to find recipe how to use black soap on hair. My girl is teaching us how to MAKE BLACK SOAP!! My friends bring black soap home from Ghana for me. SO, I appreciate this so much. As Always, we love you!
Thanks for this simple recipe. I get my black soap from Africa and I will continue to purchase it from Africa.
I never purchased that Shea Moisture crap posing as black soap, because I knew it wasn't the real deal.
Shea Moisture is like any other corporation. They don't care about black hair but they love black women's money.
hi. Am from Nigeria.
here in Nigeria, we usually add Palm kennel, egg, even ashes but don't know why.
I really love ur videos and planning on trying dis one out. thanks
Palm kernel is very good for your skin, especially due to the pH. It helps neutralize the soap. Eggs are high in protein, and skin is also primarily protein, so it feeds it. Charcoal is also very good for your skin, I've seen it used in many high end products but haven't researched it myself.
Ameenah Shebe yea there are a few more ingredients used for the authentic ones made in Africa. This is a good attempt though
Ameenah Shebe Also the ash contains a base. Base is needed to make soap.
I read that potash is made from wood-ash - so maybe that's why they put it in additionally? or maybe for the colour? :)
@Queen Mercy yes definitely. You can use cocoa pod ashes, banana skin ashes, and all sorts or vegetal buyproducts
I do almost the same process just without patosh, real black soap is not black or smooth, real black soap is made from plant and doesn't contain harsh chemical..tfs always great knowledge 😊
Julie Tanger As stated I do the same method in this video minus the potash, so follow the step as if you did not have potash, I prefer my black soap to be in a liquid form, so I'm using every drop..hope that help
***** no problem.
CYKA BLYAT wrong I have been doing it for years and have had no problems as well as many other folks, never had any problems. ...it's research, time and science...
Kee Kee As a soapmaker myself, I am skeptical as to whether you can make any type of soap without the use of KOH or NaOH.
Do you use ashes? If so, technically you're using a very unrefined and unpredictable form of NaOH.
When soap is made properly, there is no NaOH left in the product at all, since the Oils and the caustic agent form a chemical reaction that results in soap. It ceases to be oil and caustic agent and is converted into a new compound aka soap.
No I don't use ashes.
sigh im not on twitter or instagram but unfortunately i used to buy the fake black soap long time ago glad ive seen the last video. which was actually my first video of ur channel. fake black soap is hard and black and gives of a very sweet scent and very black when washed off the skin
Hi! The two characteristics to look out for are: The fact that the soap is extremely hardened (sometimes with a fragrance), and also the soap is very smooth/even. Thank you! :)
I say it all the time how AWESOME your channel is and even though I don't have 'natural' type hair, all these videos have so much detailed, useful info that is great for everyone!!!
To identify fake black soap go by the color and consistency (as in can you cut through it easy or is it hard, real black soap can be sliced with minimal efforts)
great video by the way.
omg, your voice is so beautiful!
Thanks for an amazing and educational video! :D
Thank You :-)
You make it look so easy, i feel like i can start my own artisan soap factory :)
You really are amazing. This is definitely one of my favorite UA-cam channel. I LOVE these types of videos!
Anaiah-Zaccai Wilson I love these types of videos also. I also feel educated and equipped w knowledge to share w others. Maybe she can make the black soap and sell w the rest of her product-line.
wonderful video!!!!!
Fake ABS: hard, smoothly packaged, homogeneous/consistent, perfumed, dyed, and uniform from batch to batch.
Real ABS: varies in color, is easily crumbled or manipulated and dissolved, smells organic, variable from batch to batch, not homogenous.
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The Color and Texture best way to Identify the fakes....the thieves...
Thank you Young Queen for sharing.
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The two characteristics to look out for if African black soap is fake is 1) the soap is really hard and 2) has a synthetic type fragrance. This is awesome! I'll have to try this myself
Seriously, where has this channel been all of my life?? 😍
The two characteristics to tell if black soap is fake is if its smooth and hard. Real African black soap should be lumpy and rough also soft and crumbly. Great video!
Can you do a video on hard water vs soft water for natural hair. I'm wondering if the water in California is affecting my scalp and hair growth/retention.
Aisa Kemp Hard water will definitely do damage to the hair. I live in Cali and use either bottled water, or tap water with acv as a final rinse/clarifier. Water infused with lemon works as a clarifier as well. Hope it helps!
Aisa Kemp It definitely is a factor. I replaced my regular shower head with a filter head and what a difference!! Only problem is now I don't want to get out of the shower. The water feels so good!
Aisa Kemp Good question. I live in Cincinnati Ohio we are known as the hard water town. I see what hard water does to the skin I didn't even think about what it does to my hair. I don't know I home in my area that doesn't have a water softener. I do hope she does a video on hard water v soft water.
HATE Cincinnati !!!!!!!!
My dear how are you? I almost lost half of my hair because of hard water when i start living in Namibia.any solutions please?
I don't know where have been all my life, I've just discovered your channel. And i'm loving all the info. Thank you.I am definitely going to try to make this soap as i'm tired of all this hair shampoos out here.
If you want fragrance add a few drops of an essential oil like Lavender into the mixture when cool and mix well to distribute it through the soap. Or, you can also add a drop or two of Tea Tree oil to add antibacterial and antifungal properties too. With essential oils, you have another tool in your arsenal. However, be sparing with them as some are powerful ingredients. If you are making small quantities of soap like this a drop or two should be sufficient. However, could you please pin a recipe with quantities of the ingredients for those who want to do this? It would help those unfamiliar with the process?
Thanks for this video and the other one about black soap. Two characteristics to look for to tell if an African soap is fake are it's never completely dark and it's lumpy (rough appearance)
Fake is shiny black, and smooth and uniform in appearance. Love this video, since I love DIY!
I want to add things like turmeric, herbs and essential oils. At what stage of the soap making process will I be able to do that. Also could you please make a video on it he science of charcoal?
Your videos are excellent: clear, professional and so very helpful. Thank you!
The smoothness/hardness and the uniform black color and i dont do all the social media only UA-cam and Facebook i dont even watch TV but i just want you to know I've been paying attention teacher!
The solid color and solid body. True African soap is not hard and jet jet black.
12th of march is also my mum's birthday. I think the most important characteriscs of black soap would be the color and the texture of black soap is lumpy and rough .. Real black soap ain't really that black at all. I am a Ghaniaan and have been using it for the longest of time. the real one anyway. but I never would have known how they made it. great video! anyway I don't have any chance to win because I do not have all the other social media. but I love you YT channel. I Always feel like have learned something after watching your video's
~GIVEAWAY ANSWER: True African Black Soap is chunky and can be crumbly; fake black soap comes in smooth, uniform shapes. Real black soap varies in colour and is water soluble; this won't happen with Shea Moisture. Many thanks!
1.The consistency should not be uniform. Uniform/smooth = fake. Natural products aren't uniform. 2. The color should not be only black. Natural black soap has more color variation. I love your videos! They've helped be form a great self care relationship with my body and business relationship with ishopnaturals
hard, smooth (but a couple more tips you taught me were glossy and perfectly shaped) This is my favorite soap for all things
Is it ok to brush teeth with same mixture used for hair and body?
Teeth are a different material and soap will not be appropriate for cleaning them.
Thank You ☺
Two characteristics to look out for (fake african black soap) are the synthetic fragrance and black dye color.
I wish more people knew about your channel. I love your content so much
what about the plantains and stuff?? this sounds awesome for the skin though, thank you!
Plantain peel is far better to be used.
I'm definitely trying this! African black soap helps with acne and leaves my face smooth and beautiful. 😭 now that I know I can make it is definitely a plus!
Ericka Jean you should probably keep buying the real deal. This is a nice demo but is quite inconvenient. Also you will be supporting the women producers when you buy the authentic ones.
the color and consistency of the soap determines if fake or not. The real black soap will disolve if left in water, also much easier to break off. the fake is hard, perfumed and really black in color. BTW I love these black soap videos. I will try to make my own and give away as gifts to my girlfriends.
Thank you for this! I like homemade African black soap more than store bought!
Love your videos. Fake black soap is usually very smooth, very hard and black. It also has synthetic chemicals and fragrance.
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The soap is very good i like to use it because its affordable,easy made,n soupy
The fake stuff is smooth,creamy with black dye,synthetics,and uniform in shape.While the real stuff is a lot more unappealing,lumpy,rough,and is soft enough where you can shape it yourself.
Another two cents,I feel like the fake stuff dries my skin out more and because of the way you explained the science behind it I see why now! : )
I just saw this video and I must say it's eye-opening....I just learnt something amazing and I can't wait to try it. I would like to know if I can substitute shea butter for the coconut oil?....Thank you
GREAT DEMONSTRATION!!!
We too are all about educating the people of these natural remedies.
Thank you for this. I use black soap for everything and it's always good to know how to do it. 💓💕💖💕💕💕💕
Oh my birthday is march 21st..ms pieces like my daughter..but she's feb22nd...i love your views and the research you do..it's greatly appreciated because like you know most are visual and want prof about everything..specifically our black folk..wink
I have been looking for this for so many years thanks dear
Thank you for sharing. An African black soap that is fake is usually smooth and very hard.
Hi Green Beauty! :)
Thanks allot for this wonderful Video!!!
Just one question: my soap got really really Dark.. almost black.. does that mean I messed it up?or could it be the Color tourned that Dark because I used unrefined shea butter instead of Castor oil?
Looking forward to youre Answer!
Mined potash is in fact a chemical that humans or animals should not in gest or inhale. But tomatoes love it! It is great plantfertilizer. Banana peels contain a lot of potassium. I use a concoction made from old banana peels to water my tomatoplants.
Excellent video...you have absolutely great content in your videos...I'm definitely sharing
I noticed in ingredients list for some soap from Ghana that plantain ash was used…in my mind it would be like using wood ash as a base for lye soap. Does the potash replace plantain ash in traditional soap? Could one use fireplace ash or even burn plantain peels in outside oven? Curious about this and just beginning making my own soap. Ty for sharing with us.
Fake African black soap is hard and smooth. I learned a lot in this series.
The two characterises to look out for to tell if African black soap is fake are...smooth texture and black color.
i wonder if she did chemistry
Hello GreenBeauty, I was wondering if african black soap expires. I know it may seem like a dumb question, even water has an expiration date, but I have some black soap that is over a year old and I just want to know if I can still use it. Thanks and I love love love your channel. You need your own show.
Fake black soap is usually smooth and creamy while real black soap is textured and crumbly. It was great to see how it is made.
I will look black and perfectly shaped. real African black soap isn't black at all and doesn't have smooth edges. Thanks for this video I googled the other day how to make this soap from scratch and I looked and you posted this video.Thanks
I appreciate the very clear (and easy) instructions.
I love your voice, thanks for the wonderful lecture.
Pls if one does not have stainless or iron pot, which other type can one use as a substitute because I heard you mentioning that we shouldn't use the pot for cooking again after cooking the potash.
Thanks
fake black soap is smooth and all black. it is also hard compared to the real thing. great vid!
I truly loved this and the previous video. Can you tell me the recipe for this? 😊
Ty for this video I’ve been looking for it 🎉
Great video! The fake african black will be hard and it will be a smooth texture and black in color.
fake black soap is really shinny and very black and smooth. its cut to a perfect shape and is found everywhere.
I want to make that. Seems like it would be good for my hair and skin.
Hello, I plan to make this. I have additional questions.
Why can't I use the same pot for cooking?
Can I use other oils like red oil, jojoba, castor oil?
Can I add other ingredients like vitamin E, aloe vera and tumeric?
Is the steam or smoke from this process toxic to skin, eyes, or lungs?
GreenBeauty, I have a question for you or for a viewer that can give me answer.
My wife and I went to a store at the local mall. It was called the "Oil bar". We went to see if they had anything for soapmakers and I wanted to compare their soap with what I make. I bought a bar of their African black soap (you can google oil bar to see what I am talking about). Now, the argument of whether its real or not doesn't concern me. The only thing I look at is whether its real soap and how effective is it to your skin. If that passes the smell test then its real soap.
Their African black soap (and I suspect others like it) is really just as good as what I make with one exception maybe two. The smell and the amount of activated charcoal used (which is good for complexion).
It has this fresh smell that is not a synthetic fragrance and I would really like to know what it is. I don't know if it has to do with these little brown hard things in the soap? And, I really admired how shiny, solid black thru and thru the soap is.
That was my question but I have one more thing to say.
African black soap is not the tell all be all of soap. The only reason it can be good for complexion and hair is because it is real soap!
Real soap does not have detergent in it to cheapen the soap. Detergent molecules do not clean the same way soap molecules clean especially when it comes to the skin. Mold and germs never grow on real soap but it will on detergent based soap. A bar of Ivory soap will turn black within 6 months. This is the same stuff that is not gotten off of your body by using detergent based soap.
The moral of the story is if you find yourself a good soap maker, keep him (like me). Your skin will thank you for it and a whole new world will open up that you didn't know existed.
Do you sell soap and do have a website to order?
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I do sell soap. Thanks for asking. Currently I'm sold out (I stopped trying to sell but people kept buying) but I have the supplies to make Polo sport, Axe and Juicy ?? Something?? My wife likes it. I don't know how to spell it.
Trying to get rid of all the goats milk I have so my soap is goats milk as in this video..ua-cam.com/video/K-LK0Klyr_o/v-deo.html along with contact info. Just ignore my back yard.
The slab of soap you see here was a slab I made the day before.
That soap cutter sold the next day after this video was released. I'm proud of that too. Fixing to release another one that is even better. Bobby
Potash is mined worldwide and is available in all 50 states.
It's also almost the same as potassium hydroxide ( caustic soda) depending on what market you're selling to is what you should base your choice on if you're trying to decide on caustic soda or potash.
The customer who prefers "all natural " products will see potash on the label and not typically know its nearly the same as caustic soda. This will likely contribute to their choice of this product because of the cukt mentality behind specialized markets and someone who prefers western or European ingredients will be familiar with caustic soda because it's used widely in that market.
Price wise it's difficult to say which would be a better choice for the producer. Caustic soda is likely more consecrated due to it being lab made to a standard so you would probably see lower cost of production tmwith it but on the other hand with potash the health market has trained their consumer base to be used to higher prices and you made be able to make up the difference there by creating a specialized product for a specialized customer
what happen to the shea and cocoa butter? Thank you so much. I really enjoyed the recipe.
Thanks so much I love this and will try it out
Thank you for sharing this video. I was looking for a simple recipe of African soap. Take care
Kisses from Paris 😊
I do not advise anyone to try this recipe b/c it's a serious fire hazard. But if you must, make sure the area you are using is well ventilated and keep a close eye on it.
GreenBeauty ok then i'll see. Thx ;-)
Brilliant, very easy with your video now!
Just Subscribed! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks 😊
This is a game changer!! Thank you love. ❤️
Can't wait to try this! Thanks for sharing!
TFS Queen, for years I called it "pot ash" not PO-tash....lol😭😂👏🏽🙌🏻💁🏾 we live and learn
Wow thanks so much for sharing 💃💃 please is potash same as lime Stone ?
Great video! Characteristics of fake black soap ...use of synthetic fragrance and harsh toxic chemical. Also when it looks too black/uniform, too smooth and is hard.
Hello, thank you for this video. I want to make my own black soap form home but I would like to know the measurements of the potash to the oils.
I would love to know your thoughts on clays like rhassoul, bentonite, French green clay and others. I can't seem to find any scientific study on why clays make the hair so defined
Look up curly hair chemist
She already has videos on this😊
This is so educational and awesome :) Thanks
So what do you think of people adding aloe juice to acidify the PH to use it as a shampoo. Soap are supposed to be basique so does altering the PH also alters its properties? Thanks
HereDianna2 You can test the alkalinity or acidity of an ingredient by using pH test paper which changes colour according to its alkalinity or acidity. It comes with a chart that will allow you to judge. ”Anything between 0 and 6.9 is acidic, 7 is neutral, and anything between 7.1 and 14 is alkaline. Human hair and scalp oil sebum, has a pH balance of between 4.5 and 5.5. This natural hair acidity prevents fungi and bacteria in the hair and scalp, and keeps the cuticle closed and healthy." Human skin has a pH of 5.5. (This why many people use Apple Cider Vinegar as a final conditioning and clarifying hair rinse.) As for the pH value of aloes, it is likely to be around the neutral to alkaline, as the Aloe Vera plant is 99% water. But if you get the pH strips, you'll be able to tweak your soap and shampoo recipes for your specific needs.
BigHenFor Thanks :-) but actually I already knew all that and aloe Vera juice has indeed a PH of 4.5-5. It is written on the bottle and I have already tested it. I have those PH strips. I have been using it for years as well as many naturals for that reason thanks to "kimmaytube" who made a video about it and PH levels years ago. I find apple cider vinegar drying for my hair so I always use aloe... My question was VERY specific I know but I always wondered that and think that she might have an answer... A soap has to be alkaline/basic to be a soap. So how do the properties of the black soap get alteredi if as many naturals we change the PH to match our hair PH as many naturals do. I have never done it myself but we can't even call it a soap at this point...
@@thefinelife2247 hi, if I use black soap as shampoo do I need apple cider vinegar?
@@patb2582 Hello, for any soap used on hair as a shampoo, you will need an acidic remedy similar to the pH of our hair to restore it to normal. ACV has a pH of 2-3, while our hair has a pH of 4.5-5.5. Though the numbers look close, pH operates on a logarithmic scale, which means the power increases 10 times for every 1 number change in pH. Basically, ACV undiluted (assuming hair was pH 5) has a strength of 1000, which will destroy hair cuticles if undiluted. If you wish to use ACV as the acidic remedy, you MUST dilute it HEAVILY with water. 1 cup ACV to 3 cups water will NOT do (as I've seen many youtubers promote; this is highly dangerous if used frequently). A safer dilution would be 1 teaspoon ACV to 1 cup water, increase the ratio to your liking. This dilution yields a pH of 4, which is much safer to your hair strands. Aloe vera, another popular acidic remedy, can be used undiluted, as it has a pH of 5, which is within the range of your hair's pH. I hope I've answered your question :).
@@thefinelife2247 yes you have. I'm just worried because I have very low porisity hair. Aloe Vera makes it very dry and crunchy and I'm scared of what avc could do
You can use woodash liquid as well in place of potash
Thanks for your video, just a tiny question, potash is the same thing as potassium carbonate?
Thank you for your wonderful video - very informative. As the potash used is food grade, why should one not use the pot for food? Thank you again. This is the best recipe I have seen.
That’s what I was thinking
I was wondering when would be a good time to add different ingredients into it like turmeric and essential oils?? Also when if possible can I to put it in a silicone mold to dry out and form the soap!
thé fake black soap is black, smell good and has very polished look. it is made with synthetic chemicals that produce lot of lather and are very harsh for skin and haïr. the réal one is rough, Brown like color, is made with ash, water naturel oils and butter and in some area they even add some médicinal herbs in it. it is soft in touch and produce à soft lather but cleans well
stop using black soap because it made me itch and now I know why it was the fake black soap I am so glad you made this video now I'm going to buy the real stuff and use it again the answer to your question is fake black soap is hard and black and has a pretty fragrance thanks again green Beauty you have our backs
Thanks for this video fellow Pisces
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Black soap is not solid or uniformly black. Most of the brands makes so many of fake black soap and put in some of hars chemicals inside of it which makes it not even raw at all. A black soap a smell to it as well, and it is not not black it is more like brown or light. However, a black soap is not smooth.
I am so amazing on how did your black soap!! Now I can also make my own !! Thank you so much for sharing this to us !!