The journey to creating and using shampoo bars began with a personal story. When my second daughter was around two and a half years old, she began experiencing hair loss, and soon small bald spots appeared on her scalp. The hair loss continued, and despite consulting specialists, we couldn’t pinpoint a clear cause. There was speculation that it might be related to stress or exposure to certain chemicals.
Around this time, reports were emerging about the potential health risks of sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS), a common ingredient in many commercial shampoos. This experience, combined with concerns about these chemicals, led me to switch entirely to handmade natural soaps for my family. From there, I started creating shampoo bars as a safer, natural alternative.
Why Choose a Shampoo Bar?
Using a shampoo bar free from synthetic ingredients, artificial colours, fragrance oils, preservatives, and chemical foam boosters can make a big difference. We believe that going natural promotes healthier hair, a balanced scalp, and overall well-being.
When you switch to a shampoo bar, you may notice benefits like:
- Increased Hair Volume: Shampoo bars often add natural thickness and volume to hair.
- Faster Hair Growth: With a healthier scalp, hair can grow faster.
- Reduced Dandruff: My oldest daughter noticed significantly less dandruff after switching.
- Shinier Hair: Many find that natural shampoo bars leave hair looking more vibrant and shiny.
Switching to a shampoo bar is about embracing natural beauty and creating a more sustainable hair care routine.
What’s the Difference Between a Regular Soap Bar and a Shampoo Bar?
At first glance, regular soap bars and shampoo bars might look similar, and both are made using a similar process. However, shampoo bars are formulated specifically to meet the unique needs of hair and scalp. For example, our shampoo bars include nourishing oils like jojoba, camellia, and argan oil, which hydrate and support scalp health. We also add botanicals, herbs, and essential oils chosen for their benefits to hair.
However, you can use any soap under our shampoo category with confidence. Even a simple castile olive soap, which works well for me, provides clean, soft hair—often without needing extra conditioner.
How to Use a Shampoo Bar
Switching to a shampoo bar is easy, but here are some tips for the best results:
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Wet Your Hair Thoroughly
Start by fully saturating your hair with water. This will help the shampoo bar lather well. -
Activate the Bar and Apply
Rub the shampoo bar under water, then gently comb it through your hair from scalp to ends. -
Massage and Lather
Massage your scalp and work the lather down the length of your hair. Add water if needed to create a creamy lather. -
Work from Top to Ends
Always work from the top of your head down to prevent tangling and achieve smoother hair. -
Rinse and Repeat if Needed
Rinse thoroughly, and repeat if desired. I usually shampoo twice, especially if I’ve skipped a day. When first using a shampoo bar, you may find it helpful to lather two or three times to fully cleanse and adapt to the new method.
Switching to a shampoo bar is a rewarding step toward healthier hair and a cleaner, greener beauty routine. Whether you choose a castile olive soap or one of our nourishing shampoo bars, you’ll be treating your hair and scalp to a more natural experience that both you and the planet can feel good about.