Midnight on the water, cypress shadows, and a lantern glow—that’s Bayou Noir. This inky, jet-black bar is slow-crafted with grass-fed & finished tallow for a creamy, cushiony lather and loaded with activated charcoal + black mineral powder for a deep, detoxing cleanse. A whisper of white kaolin and arrowroot gives it that silky, dry-touch finish, while a scatter of organic honeybush leaves crowns the top like river reeds after dark. The scent is sultry-Southern: patchouli and cedarwood smolder under a bright snap of bergamot, warm clove, and the unmistakable sparkle of star anise—smoky, wood-warm, and a little wild.
Ingredients:
**Dry Rendered, Organic Grass-Fed and Finished Beef Tallow – A deeply moisturizing and nutrient-rich fat, tallow creates a firm, long-lasting bar with a rich, creamy lather. Packed with skin-loving vitamins A, D, E, and K, it supports elasticity, soothes dryness, and nourishes sensitive skin.
**Organic Babassu Oil – Lightweight yet deeply nourishing, organic babassu oil is pressed from the kernels of the babassu palm native to Brazil. Rich in lauric and myristic acids, in soap, babassu offers a creamy, bubbly lather and acts as a gentle alternative to coconut oil — ideal for sensitive skin. Its soothing, cooling properties help calm dryness and irritation, making it a perfect addition to our nourishing tallow soaps.
**Organic Castor Oil – Known for its exceptional lather-boosting properties, castor oil enhances the soap’s bubbles and provides a smooth, conditioning feel on the skin. It also helps retain moisture, making it a great addition for sensitive skin.
*Natural Olive Pomace Oil - A time-honored staple in natural skincare, olive pomace oil is rich in antioxidants, squalene, and nourishing fatty acids. Extracted from the whole olive fruit, including the skin and pit, this oil deeply moisturizes, softens, and protects the skin without clogging pores. Its natural emollient properties help soothe dryness, calm irritation, and support the skin’s natural barrier. Olive pomace oil also creates a gentle, conditioning lather in cold process soap — making it ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.
**Organic Essential Oil Blend - Our essential oil blend for Bayou Noir smells like midnight on the bayou—dark woods and warm spice with a clean citrus edge. It opens with a bright flicker of Bergamot and the unmistakable, lightly sweet sparkle of Star Anise, then settles into a smoldering heart of Cedarwood and earthy Patchouli. A low ember of Clove rounds the corners and lingers on the skin—warm, confident, and not the least bit sweet. The effect is smoky-wooded and polished, a true Southern night scent made for anyone who loves a deep, moody bar.
**Organic & Natural Clays & Botanical Powders - Our jet-black hue and silky feel come from organic & natural clays and plant powders—no mica, no dyes. White Kaolin lends creamy slip and a gentle polish for sensitive skin, while Organic Arrowroot gives that powder-soft, dry-touch rinse so the bar never feels slick. Activated Charcoal brings the deep clean—its fine pores bind to oil, sweat, and everyday grime for a fresh, balanced feel. A touch of Black Mineral Powder anchors the midnight color and adds a smooth, mineral-rich finish. We crown the top with crushed, Organic Honeybush Leaves, a nod to sweet Southern tea, for rustic texture and quiet botanical warmth.
#Raw Goat Milk - Fresh, raw goat milk has long been a gift from nature for nurturing the skin. Rich in gentle lactic acids, vitamins, and natural lipids, it deeply moisturizes while helping to soften and renew. Its creamy composition supports the skin’s natural barrier, soothes dryness, and delivers a feeling of lasting comfort. Unprocessed and full of life, raw goat milk brings a quiet kind of nourishment — leaving the skin feeling tender, supple, and restored.
*Natural Sodium Lactate - a natural, liquid salt derived from the fermentation of sugars, often from corn or beets. In soap making, it plays a vital role in producing a firm, long-lasting bar by hardening the soap. Beyond structural benefits, sodium lactate also helps retain moisture, ensuring the soap remains gentle and nourishing on the skin. It's a must-have ingredient for achieving a creamy, luxurious texture without compromising quality or performance.
***Each cold-processed soap is created through the traditional saponification process, which transforms natural oils into soap using our raw goat milk and lye (sodium hydroxide) or distilled water. This essential process binds the oils and lye, resulting in a gentle yet powerful cleansing bar. Once fully cured, no lye remains in the final product—only pure, skin-friendly soap that effectively cuts through grease while being safe and natural for everyday use. Please also note, each bar may differ a bit in color, shape and size, and are cured for at least 4 to 6 weeks to ensure a harder, longer-lasting bar with a rich, creamy lather. This extended curing time allows excess moisture to evaporate, resulting in a milder, more effective soap that cleans beautifully while remaining gentle on your skin. A well-cured soap bar not only lasts longer but also improves in quality over time, providing the best possible experience with every use.
Directions for Use: Lather the bar between your hands or on a washcloth with warm water. Massage onto damp skin and rinse clean. For longer-lasting bars, store soap on a well-draining soap dish and allow it to dry between uses. Perfect for: Daily face and body use, especially for those who love earthy, detoxifying, and visually striking soaps.
***Please perform a patch test before use and review ingredients for any potential allergens***
**Organic
*Natural
#Raw