Persimmon extract (rich in natural tannins), coconut oil, olive oil, and a gentle saponified soap base. No harsh sulfates, no synthetic fragrance, no added dyes.

The coconut and olive oil base is formulated to be gentle, and most people find it non-drying. That said, sensitivity varies from person to person - a small number of users find any new soap, including this one, feels drying at first. We recommend a patch test on the inside of your wrist if you have known sensitivities.

No. The scent comes from the persimmon extract itself, not an added synthetic fragrance. Most people describe it as light and clean rather than strong or floral.

Yes, Kakishi is cruelty-free.

Persimmon extract and natural tannins cost more to source than mass-market fillers. Most customers who stick with it say it's worth it for the quality and how long a bar lasts - but we get it's a real investment compared to a $3 bar, and it isn't for every budget.

Kakishi is produced by a trusted manufacturing partner specializing in traditional persimmon soap formulations. [Précise ici le nom/pays réel de ton fournisseur AliExpress une fois finalisé.]

Around midlife, skin surface lipids change - in particular, a fatty acid called palmitoleic acid increases and becomes more prone to oxidation. When it breaks down, it produces a compound called 2-nonenal, first identified by Japanese researchers in the early 2000s. It's linked to the distinct scent many people notice becoming more prominent with age. It's simply biology, not something you're doing wrong, and it's rarely talked about openly.

Persimmon extract is naturally rich in tannins - plant compounds long valued in Japan for their astringent, binding properties. Traditionally, kakishibu (fermented persimmon juice) has been used for centuries in textiles and paper specifically for its ability to bind organic compounds and odors. Kakishi soap is built around that same ingredient.

We want to be careful and honest here: tannins are traditionally used for their odor-binding, astringent properties, and that's why we chose persimmon as our core ingredient. But we haven't run a clinical study on this exact bar, so we're not going to tell you it "neutralizes" or "eliminates" odor as a proven medical fact. What we can say is that it's a real, traditional ingredient chosen for a real reason - not a synthetic fragrance layered on top to mask something.

Use it daily as part of your normal shower or bathing routine, just like any cleansing soap bar. Lathering it with a washcloth or mesh soap bag helps it foam more and last longer.

It varies by how often you use it and how you store it. Most people get 2-4 weeks with daily use - keeping the bar on a draining soap dish between showers helps it last longer.

No. Kakishi is a cleansing soap bar for your daily wash routine - it's not a substitute for deodorant if you use one.

Yes. Kakishi isn't formulated or scented in a way that reads as gendered - anyone whose skin and body are changing can use it.

We currently ship within the United States only. We're keeping our launch focused so we can stay close to quality control and authenticity as a small, new brand - international shipping may come later as we grow.

Orders are typically processed within 2-3 business days, followed by 5-9 business days in transit - for a total delivery window of about 7-12 business days. You'll receive a confirmation email once your order ships.

Free US shipping on orders over $35.

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We offer returns within 60 days of delivery. To be eligible, please reach out to us with a brief explanation of the issue - we review each request individually.

Once an order is placed, we're unable to cancel or modify it. Please double-check your order details - including your plan selection and shipping address - before checking out.

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