I have been using Raw African Black Soap for about three months. I'm not sure of all of the ingredients, but I know plantain is in the one I use. In the beginning it left my face feeling really tight after I washed and rinsed it off. That feeling went away after a week. I have noticed the acne marks that have been on my face for years are slowly fading away. You have to remember to keep the soap in an air tight container when it is not in use because it does seem to melt with moisture. I purchased a block of the soap and I cut it into small pieces so it can last longer. Some people also use it as a shampoo but I have not tried that yet.