Could the Queen of Sheba's black soap cure your winter sniffles? Contains eucalyptus which is a natural decongestant Come in a paste form, rather than traditional bar Also contains skin-softening argan oil Savon Noir is produced by French/Moroccan company La Sultane de Saba, inspired by the legendary Queen of Sheba It's THAT time of year again. You're surrounded by coughing colleagues and sneezing shop assistants. It's not a matter of if you get a case of the sniffles, but when. When you succumb, this Eucalyptus 'Savon Noir' (£30, burntlily.co.uk) by Moroccan/French brand La Sultana de Saba could be just the ticket. The eucalyptus it contains is a wonderful natural decongestant which will help clear blocked airways. Eucalyptus is known to open up bronchial tubes and ease congestion, and make breathing easier. It comes from a tree that originates in Australia, and now grows all over the world. And this black soap won't just help you breathe easier. By combining Moroccan olives with vitamin-rich argan oil and eucalyptus, the paraben-free formula simultaneously cleanses and nourishes the skin. It's not your ordinary bar of Dove: the black 'soap' is in fact a sticky substance which comes in a jar. Smear it all over yourself, wash off, and you'll emerge from a hot shower or bath refreshed and soft and supple of skin. The eucalyptus in the black soap helps to help you breathe easier if you're all bunged up with a cold The black 'soap' doesn't look like an ordinary bar of Dove There's a story behind each La Sultane de Saba product, too. The black soap was inspired by the Queen of Sheba, who, so the legend goes, would travel the world dispensing lavish gifts from distant lands, such as rare perfumes and previous stones, as well as beauty secrets. Sarah Strang, UK Director for La Sultane de Saba says: 'La Sultane de Saba Black Soap is infused with pure eucalyptus oil which has been used through centuries to help ease nasal congestion so when you use the soap, especially in the shower, the combination with the steam really helps rid stuffiness and clear the sinuses.' The uplifting eucalyptus also contains natural antiseptic properties so a great wash to start the day during the wintertime when germs are rife. Do not use near the eyes and is by no means a replacement for your every day cold remedies.