No Aluminum, No Propylene Glycol, No Parabens, No Triclosan, No Silicones Heritage: Dating from biblical times, the Aloe plant has a long rich history as an all-purposes herbal plant. It was regarded as a sacred plant in Cleopatra's Egypt and highly valued in Chinese medicine and is still prized today for its hydrating properties. African black soap made with palm ash, tamarind extract and plantain peel has been used to minimize the appearance of skin imperfections. Humble Beginnings: We got our start as street vendors in Harlem. Fresh out college and without jobs, we set out to bring healing traditions of our African childhood to the community. Today, Nubian Heritage offers hundreds of culturally authentic interpretations of global ancient healing remedies. With Pure Non GMO Glycols from Corn Propanediol is a tested effective natural ingredient derived from Corn in a fermentation process while Vegetable Glycerin and Organic Shea Butter soothe and nourish skin.