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Clarifying Detox Body Soap — for sensitive, blemish-prone skin
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Charcoal & Tea Tree

Clarifying Detox Body Soap

A bar made for sensitive, blemish-prone skin.

Charcoal binds to excess oil sitting in pores. Tea tree calms reactive skin. The simple bar so many kiwis are reaching for instead of harsh acne washes.

$14.95

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Tallow Cleanser

Tallow Cleanser

Gentle daily face wash on the same tallow base — no SLS.

$24.95
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Official Gold Supporter of the Eczema Association NZ

It means we help support EANZ's work, and their experts have screened our products for commonly flaring ingredients. To us, it's a symbol of clean formulation — proof there's nothing in here we wouldn't want on the most sensitive skin. Always patch test first.

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Charcoal & tea tree, on a tallow base

A handful of natural ingredients on a tallow base — so it cleans without stripping like most acne washes do.

Why charcoal and tea tree, on a tallow base.

Body skin is different from facial skin. The pores on the back, shoulders, and chest are larger and produce more oil. That oil gets trapped under clothing and sweat — which is why so many kiwis struggle with body blemishes that face washes don't reach.

Activated charcoal binds to the excess oil sitting in those pores and lifts it out. Tea tree, a well-known traditional ingredient, soothes reactive skin and helps it look calmer.

Most acne washes strip skin with sulphates and harsh foaming agents. That makes skin reactive, which often makes the problem worse. This bar cleans gently — a handful of natural ingredients, no SLS, no synthetic fragrance.

A handful of ingredients. That's it.

  • Sodium Tallowate (grass-fed beef tallow)
  • Aqua (water)
  • Glycerin
  • Sodium Chloride
  • Activated Charcoal Powder
  • Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil

No SLS, no parabens, no synthetic fragrance, no fillers. The full label is on the back of every bar — same as what's shown above.

How to use it.

  1. Wet the bar in the shower.
  2. Lather directly onto back, shoulders, chest, or affected areas.
  3. Leave on for around 60 seconds, then rinse thoroughly.

Use daily. Most kiwis find it works best as part of a regular shower routine.

Shipping

Processing time: Your order will be processed within 3 business days, then usual courier times to your area (generally 3–5 business days).

Shipping rates: Free over $75. Otherwise we usually charge between $4.95 and $6.95 — you can view the exact cost at checkout.

International: Available in NZ & Australia.

What kiwis are saying.

Trustpilot Verified
★★★★★

"Instant feeling of moisture and nourishment upon application. True to its advertising."

— Trustpilot Review

★★★★★

"It smells so nice and is smooth on my skin!"

— Nya · Verified Buyer

★★★★★

"Love it, my sis bought me a small one to try and I had to buy 3 large jars. So nice."

— Steph · Verified Buyer

★★★★★

"All I can say is … I absolutely 100% love it. It smells so good too."

— Verified Buyer

Common questions.

Will it dry out my skin like other acne washes? +

No. Most acne washes use SLS and harsh foaming agents that strip the skin. This bar is built on a tallow base, which is naturally moisturising. It cleans without stripping.

Can I use it on my face too? +

Yes. Many customers use it on both face and body. Patch test first if you have very sensitive skin.

Is it safe for sensitive skin? +

It's made with sensitive skin in mind. No SLS, no synthetic fragrance, no parabens. We're a Gold Supporter of the Eczema Association of NZ — their experts have screened our products for commonly flaring ingredients. Always patch test first.

Does the charcoal stain towels or shower curtains? +

No. The charcoal is fully suspended in the soap and rinses cleanly off skin and surfaces.

How long does one bar last? +

A 120g bar typically lasts 4–6 weeks with daily use, depending on shower length and how many areas you're using it on.