Fermented Kakishibu
Persimmon tannin extract
Binds to nonenal and lifts it off your skin, instead of hiding it under perfume.
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Kiyomi uses real fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu) to break down nonenal, the compound behind the odor regular soap leaves behind.
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The real reason
After 40, your skin starts making more of a fatty compound called nonenal. As the oils on your skin oxidize, it builds up and gives off that faint, greasy, stale smell people quietly call "old person smell".
Here's why regular soap doesn't touch it: nonenal isn't dirt, it's oil-based and it clings to your skin. Think of a greasy pan. Plain water and a quick rinse just slide over it. You need something that actually breaks the grease down.
And the hardest part? You can't smell it on yourself. Your nose tunes it out after a few minutes. Everyone who hugs you, sits next to you in the car or leans in to talk still can.
That's what kakishibu is for. The tannin in fermented green persimmon binds to nonenal and lifts it off your skin, instead of covering it with perfume. Most people notice the difference from the very first wash.
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Kakishibu comes from green persimmons picked once a year, before they ripen. That's when the tannin is at its strongest. Miss the window and you wait twelve months.
The fruit is crushed, pressed and left to ferment slowly, the way it has been done in Japan for centuries. Only then does the extract go into the soap. You can't rush it, and we don't try to.
Most "persimmon" bars use a fragrance or a splash of fruit juice, because it's cheap and quick. It smells nice in the box. It doesn't break down nonenal. We use the real fermented extract, so every batch is small.
Ships in 24-48h · Free 60-day trial
Ships in 24-48h · Free 60-day trial
No filler, no cover-up fragrance. Just what your skin needs to feel clean and fresh.
Persimmon tannin extract
Binds to nonenal and lifts it off your skin, instead of hiding it under perfume.
Rich plant butter
Calms and softens drier, mature skin, so washing never feels tight.
Cold-pressed oil
Deep, gentle hydration that leaves skin smooth after every shower.
Natural humectant
Pulls moisture into your skin and holds it there.
Use Kiyomi every day for 60 days. If the smell isn't clearly gone, send us one email and we refund every cent, even if the bar is used up.
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Yes, because it goes after the cause. Nonenal is oil-based, so regular soap slides right over it. The tannin in kakishibu binds to it and washes it away. Most people notice a difference from the first shower, and it keeps getting better with daily use.
About 4 to 6 weeks with daily use. Let it dry on a draining soap dish between showers and it lasts even longer.
Absolutely. Nonenal shows up in everyone after 40, men and women alike. Plenty of couples share a bar.
It's made to be gentle, with shea butter, olive oil and glycerin to keep mature skin soft. If your skin is very reactive, try it on a small area first.
Everywhere nonenal tends to build up: the back of your neck, behind your ears, your chest, back and underarms. Lather, leave it on for 30 seconds, then rinse.
Then you don't pay. You have 60 days to try it. If the smell isn't clearly gone, email us and we refund every cent. No forms, no return shipping.
Orders ship within 24 to 48 hours with tracking, so you can follow your package all the way to your door. Shipping is free on bundles.