This soap contains calcium bentonite clay and is part of the smectite clay group, the only clay group of the seven that both adsorbs and absorbs toxins and impurities. It is what makes smectite clay most desirable. The clay comes from volcanic ash that has settled onto the earth surface. It contains minerals that help cleanse and nourish the skin naturally by: treating blemishes, purifying the pores, detoxifying the skin, exfoliating dead skin cells, as well as firming, toning, and moisturizing the skin. A moisturizing soothing base of olive oil, coconut oil, organic palm oil, castor oil, and organic unrefined shea butter is combined with orange, lavender and spearmint - an efficacious blend of essential oils known to help skin conditions - thus giving you a highly effective cleansing bar. Not only is this soap perfect for acne prone skin or other skin conditions, it is also wonderful for any skin type. Not drying, just soothing. This soap is a perfect deep cleanser for all skin types. It can also be used as body soap. The manly-sized handmade bar measures approximately 3½" x 2½" x 1¼" and weighs approximately 5 ounces. This soap is hand-poured and rough-cut. This process naturally produces irregularities in shape and surface texture (characteristics of truly handmade soap) but does not diminish the efficacy of the soap. $7.95