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Plantains

Yep, those overripe bananas and their ilk have beauty benefits, too! Shea Moisture African Black Soap ($5) is made with a mix of plantain extract, palm ash, and African shea butter. The natural ingredients mix to create a highly astringent soap that is good for oily skin types. You can use it to get rid of acne and dandruff.

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Shea Moisture SheaMoisture African Black Soap
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