MzVee, Ghana’s award-winning afropop and dancehall artist, takes us on a nostalgic journey through her childhood beauty memories, where nature’s gifts shaped her skincare philosophy. Today, she celebrates the fusion of those age-old traditions with modern skincare solutions like Geisha Black Soap—a timeless bar infused with the power of African heritage.
A Compound House Childhood Filled with Beauty Rituals
As MzVee reflects during her morning routine, she recalls growing up in a vibrant compound house in Ghana, where the women weren’t just caregivers—they were beauty icons in their own right.
“Every morning, after sweeping the yard and finishing their chores, the women emerged like queens,” she says. “Their rituals were filled with the natural aromas of shea butter, African black soap, and coconut oil.”
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These earthy, rich scents still linger in her memory. They weren’t just smells—they were symbols of self-respect, wellness, and identity.
Auntie Memuna, Sister Dzifa & Grandma Kafui: Natural Skincare Pioneers
MzVee’s beauty ideals were shaped by the remarkable women around her:
Auntie Memuna: Shea Butter Enthusiast
Shea butter, sourced straight from the North, was Auntie Memuna’s daily indulgence. Her glowing skin was proof of its rich, moisturizing properties.
Sister Dzifa: Herbal Wisdom from Night to Day
A nurse by profession, Dzifa never let night shifts dull her shine. MzVee believes it was her neem and herbal skin mixtures that gave her that glow.
Grandma Kafui: The Original Alata Samina Queen
“She made her African black soap—what we called Alata Samina,” MzVee recalls fondly. “She always said, ‘This soap digs deep and brings out the dirt.’”
But Grandma Kafui didn’t stop at soap. From braiding her hair with coconut oil to treating burns with aloe vera, she was a true beauty alchemist.
What These Women Taught MzVee About Beauty and Wellness
Despite having little by way of material wealth, these women radiated confidence, elegance, and vitality. For MzVee, beauty wasn’t about expensive cosmetics but rather:
- Consistency
- Natural ingredients
- Passing down ancestral knowledge
“These routines weren’t just self-care—they were self-honoring,” she explains.
And in today’s era of synthetic products, those lessons are more important than ever.
The Comeback of Nature in Skincare: Why MzVee Trusts Geisha
With the rise of artificial skincare flooding the market, MzVee is thrilled to see nature taking center stage again—this time with Geisha at the forefront.
“I love that Geisha is bringing African ingredients to the modern skincare scene. Their new slogan, ‘Gifts of Nature, Wrapped by Geisha’? That speaks to me deeply.”
From Geisha Moringa Soap to Geisha Black Soap, each bar is a celebration of ingredients like:
- Shea Butter
- Activated Charcoal
- Cocoa Butter
- Coconut Oil
No more waiting for a shea delivery from the North. No need to make Alata Samina from scratch. MzVee just walks to the nearest shop and picks up her Geisha bar—simple, effective, and natural.
Why MzVee Swears by Geisha Black Soap
“Right now, I’m hooked on Geisha Black Soap,” MzVee reveals. “It combines deep cleansing with activated charcoal and the richness of cocoa butter.”
This soap, rooted in traditional African skincare, offers modern benefits:
- Deeply cleanses pores
- Moisturizes skin naturally
- Leaves a refreshing scent
- Gentle on sensitive skin
Embracing Heritage Through Skincare
MzVee’s journey is more than personal. It’s cultural. It’s a call to reconnect with heritage, embrace nature’s offerings, and simplify self-care without compromising quality.
“Skincare, for me, is not just a routine. It’s a way of remembering where I come from.”
And through brands like Geisha, that heritage is being passed on, wrapped in soap, delivered with love.
In a world of fast beauty and chemical overload, MzVee reminds us that real beauty is grounded in nature. And with Geisha Black Soap, you can carry centuries of African skincare wisdom in the palm of your hand.