Black Clay Facial Soap A gentle, cleansing bar with Dead Sea mud for all skin types.

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Organic almond, avocado, and castor bean oils condition the skin, leaving it soft and nourished. Coconut milk helps create the beautiful, white lather. This soap is safe to use if you have perioral dermatitis and is a soothing routine for acne-prone skin. 

Key Ingredients

Black clay (also called iron oxide or magnetite)

Black clay (also called iron oxide or magnetite)

is non-comedogenic and increases the moisture content in skin.

Dead Sea mud

Dead Sea mud

decreases redness and inflammation.

Organic jojoba oil

Organic jojoba oil

penetrates the skin deeply and locks in moisture, strengthens skin's barrier function, is powerfully softening, and supports overall skin and scalp health. Learn more.

Organic coconut milk

Organic coconut milk

creates a rich, creamy lather.

Where Clean Meets Clinical

Full Ingredients

water , 

olea europaea (olive) fruit oil* , 

responsibly-sourced elaeis guineensis (palm kernel) oil* , 

mangifera indica (mango) butter* , 

sodium hydroxide , 

cocos nucifera (coconut) oil* , 

prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil* , 

ricinus communis (castor) oil* , 

maris limus (sea silt) extract , 

cocos nucifera (coconut) milk* , 

persea gratissima (avocado) oil* , 

simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) oil* , 

iron oxide , 

cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedarwood) essential oil* , 

citrus aurantium var. bergamia (bergapten-free bergamot) essential oil* , 

citrus limon (lemon) essential oil* , 

myroxylon pereirae (balsam of Peru) , 

juniperus virginiana (Virginia cedarwood) essential oil , 

non-GMO mixed tocopherols , 

rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) CO2 extract*

*certified organic ingredients

FAQs

Is Black Clay Facial Soap good for perioral dermatitis?

Yes—this soap was specifically formulated with perioral dermatitis in mind. The gentle blend of black clay and dead sea mud helps calm inflammation and support skin barrier repair. Many customers with PD have seen improvements by simplifying their routine and using BCFS consistently.

Can I use Black Clay Facial Soap if I have sensitive or reactive skin?

Black Clay Facial Soap is well-tolerated by many people with sensitive or problem-prone skin, including those with perioral dermatitis, acne, and eczema. It contains a small amount of essential oils chosen for their gentle, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. If your skin is highly reactive, you can patch test on your neck or inner arm before use.

How often should I use Black Clay Facial Soap?

You can use BCFS once or twice daily, depending on your skin’s needs. For people with very dry or compromised skin, once a day (in the evening) may be enough. Follow with a nourishing moisturizer (we recommend our Purely Simple Face Cream) or facial oil to lock in hydration.

Helpful Resources

Perioral Dermatitis: A Physician’s Natural Treatment Approach - Osmia

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Six Steps to Heal Perioral Dermatitis Naturally and Effectively - Osmia

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Perioral dermatitis can feel frustrating and hopeless—but it doesn’t have to. These six simple steps offer a natural path to lasting relief.

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Reviews

Overall rating: 4.850551 / 5 from 1452 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Black Clay Facial Soap is a natural cleanser that effectively cleans the skin, leaving it soft and nourished. It is praised for its gentle cleansing, suitability for acne and dermatitis, and its wonderful, refreshing scent. The soap's organic ingredients and ability to remove sunscreen and makeup are also highlighted.

Summary topics

  • Facial Cleansing: 16%
  • Skin Feel: 15%
  • Black Clay Effectiveness: 5%
  • Soap Scent: 6%
  • Perioral Dermatitis Relief: 4%

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Review highlights

  • "My skin is finally clearing up and I feel so good about using a product made with beautiful ingredients." — Jaspen M.
  • "This soap is gentle, my face feels clean and fresh but not dry." — Erica
  • "A truly awesome soap; cleans your face gently, with all natural ingredients." — Loris B.

Reviews

Caused peri-oral dermatitis

"I've been searching for months to find replacement products in skincare as several common botanicals in wonderful products irritate, my skin. Came across this brand and it was claiming that it was going to fix and not cause peri-oral dermatitis. I ordered the black and pink clay soaps in trial size. And they immediately caused a breakout on my skin. NOT happy or impressed. This was a waste of money & time waiting for the products and now the time it will take to get rid of it. I have no interest in trying anything else from their line since their claims on the soaps were false."

— SS (1/5)

My favorite cleanser, by far!

"I have used this face soap for years and it is still my go-to and by far my favorite! I struggled with peri-oral dermatitis among other issues for years, but this tried and true cleanser has kept my skin happy with zero issues since. I won't even try other cleansers because I'm a die-hard fan of the black clay soap. Thanks for making such a great product!"

— Wendy H. (5/5)

5 Years and Counting!

"I’ve been using this soap for 5 years now. It cured my PD and changed the look of my skin for the better. Highly recommend it!"

— Rita L. (5/5)

Life saver

"Absolute life/skin saver! Doctors said it will take minimum 3 weeks to clear my face from pd and Osmia soap achieved that goal within a week 🙏👌:hands_heart_light_skin_tone:"

— S G. (5/5)

Daily Cleanser

"I adore this gentle daily face soap essential. It cleans my face without drying it out and suds up just enough to get the job done!"

— Faith G. (5/5)

Really helping!

"My acne is already better after 1 week!"

— Katherine O. (5/5)

black clay facial soap

"I love this soap. I get occasional hormonal breakouts and this soap works so well and feels great on my skin."

— Shannon M. (5/5)

Best Facial Bar Soap!

"I LOVE this facial bar soap. Not only has it lasted for months and months, but I love the feel when I’m finished washing my face, it is perfect. Highly recommend!!"

— Sarah Z. (5/5)

The best soap.

"I’ve been using this soap and pumpkin one for last few years and they are amazing! Love love love!"

— Narantsetseg G. (5/5)

The Very Best

"I’ve tried everything and this is the very best face wash I’ve ever used. I discovered this when I had a skin issue erupt (Perioral Dermatitis). I ultimately used a diet to clear my skin, but this was the best topical support. It’s the most soothing and gentle cleanser I’ve ever used and leaves my skin soft and stable. I’ve never used anything else since trying this!"

— Mary M. (5/5)

Q&A

Is this bar also considered antibacterial, more specifically would it be ok to use it to clean something like a new tattoo? Love how this bar works with my skin, absolutely a go to cleanser
Hi Annika! All soap is anti-bacterial when used correctly—if you wash for 30 seconds—but there are no added antibiotic ingredients. It's super gentle, and should be great on a new tattoo. If you want something with no essential oils while it's super fresh, our Naked Body Soap could be a great solution!