The aroma of Babushka Agafia black soap is one of its defining features. It is described as resinous and minty, with a character more like a warm forest infusion than a sweet, perfumed shower gel. This comes from the blend of Siberian herbs in the formula, which includes pine needle and mint for a fresher, invigorating washing experience, as well as sage and St. John's wort, traditionally used in bath preparations for their soothing, balancing character.
The dark color is typical of this type of traditional herbal soap. The product is built on a saponified plant oil base combined with a large blend of more than 35 Siberian herbs, and that combination gives the soap its dark, natural-looking shade. It is not a dye-based color but a result of the herbal ingredients themselves.
Because the scent is herbal rather than sweet, it may take some getting used to if you normally use fruit- or flower-scented shower gels. Many people choose it specifically for that earthy, sauna-like feel. The aroma does not linger heavily on the skin after rinsing; it is mostly part of the washing experience itself.