Forget the white bars of soap you buy at the supermarket. Sabon Beldi is a 100% natural plant product. It is made from macerated Black Olives and olive oil, mixed with potash (a mineral salt).

• The Texture: A thick, dark gel (like butter or jam).

• The Scent: Earthy, rich, and sometimes infused with Eucalyptus for respiratory relief.

• The Magic: It is rich in Vitamin E. It prepares the skin for exfoliation by softening the dead skin cells, making them easy to scrub away.

To do this right, you need two things:

1. The Black Soap: Preferably organic and sourced from Morocco.

2. The Kessa Glove: A coarse, grainy mitten made of viscose. A regular loofah or washcloth is too soft—it won't work. You need the friction of a real Kessa.

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Step 1: Create the Steam (The "Fake" Sauna)

The soap works best on warm, damp skin. Close your bathroom door and windows. Turn your shower to the hottest setting and let it run for 5–10 minutes until the room is steamy. Relax. Stand in the warm water to open your pores.

Step 2: Apply the Soap

Turn the water off (or step away from the stream). Scoop a small handful of Black Soap and massage it onto your warm, wet body. It won't lather like bubble bath; it turns into a creamy, brownish layer.

• Crucial Step: Leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes. This is when the magic happens. The olive oil is penetrating your skin and loosening the toxins.

Step 3: Rinse Completely

Rinse the soap off thoroughly with warm water. Warning: You must remove all the soap before scrubbing. If your skin is still slippery, the friction won't work.

Step 4: The Scrub (The "Kessa" Moment)

Now, take your wet Kessa Glove. Squeeze out excess water. Start scrubbing your skin in long, firm strokes (up and down). Do not be afraid to apply pressure.

• The Result: You will likely see small rolls of grey/dead skin peeling off (we call this "spaghetti"). Do not be grossed out—this is years of dead skin leaving your body!

Step 5: Nourish

Your skin is now raw and fresh (like a baby's). Rinse off with cool water to close the pores. Dry off and immediately apply Organic Argan Oil or a rich body lotion. Your skin will absorb it instantly.

• Deep Exfoliation: Removes dead skin cells that block pores.

• Anti-Aging: High Vitamin E content promotes skin elasticity.

• Circulation: The vigorous scrubbing improves blood flow and reduces the appearance of cellulite.

• Mental Clarity: The scent of Eucalyptus (often added to the soap) clears the mind.

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