Kuro Soap from Sort of Coal is a deep cleansing black bar for face and body, made with Kuro powder and Char Essence, in 100gm. It suits normal and oily skin and is aimed squarely at blackheads and congestion. It lathers quickly, which makes it a workable shaving bar as well.

Charcoal cleansers have a reputation for stripping skin. This one is built around absorbing impurities rather than scouring them away, so it leaves the skin's natural pH balance where it found it and the face feels calm rather than tight afterwards.

Expect a woody, smoky scent from the active ingredient, which is either the best part or an acquired taste depending on who you ask. The bar handles face and body equally, and the fast lather means it can cover shaving too if you would rather travel with one thing instead of three.