Handmade Soap, Shampoo & Shave Bars

Why we use Certified Sustainable Palm Oil

All of our handmade soap bars contain Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO) from New Britain Palm Oil, one of the world’s leading sustainable suppliers and one of the first companies globally to achieve RSPO certification. The RSPO is the global standard for the sustainable production of palm oil which ensures that the oil is produced in accordance with RSPO standards that help protect the environment and support the local communities who depend on palm oil for their livelihoods. 

Palm is an incredibly efficient crop, and leading organisations and charities such as WWF and Greenpeace believe that boycotting the oil could potentially lead to a catastrophic increase in deforestation. This is because alternative oils require 4 to 10 times more land to produce the same amount of oil. The answer therefore is not to boycott it, but to support the production of genuinely sustainable palm oil, which is what we choose to do by including it in our soaps. We also believe it produces the best end-product that can’t be replicated by any other fixed oil.

What are shampoo bars

If you’re looking for a 100% natural, plastic-free, environmentally friendly shampoo then why not give our shampoo bars a try.

Shampoo bars are all-natural, solid bars of soaps formulated especially for the hair and scalp. They were commonly used before liquid shampoos and conditioners were invented back in the 1940’s. 

Why use shampoo bars

Liquid shampoos typically contain a cocktail of chemicals, including synthetic foaming agents such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS). Although these ingredients help to produce lots of lather, leaving the hair squeaky clean, they can also strip the hair and scalp of its natural oils, causing dryness, irritation and allergic reactions. 

Our 100% natural, handmade shampoo bars are formulated with only nourishing plant oils and therapeutic essential oils that cleanse and condition the hair and scalp. 

As well as helping to reduce plastic usage (it is estimated over 1 million plastic bottles are bought around the world every minute), you’ll also find that our soap bars will last longer than liquid shampoo (which contains a high proportion of water). The bars are far more concentrated meaning you use less product per application, and you may also find that you no longer need to buy a separate conditioner!

Many people experience real benefits when switching to all-natural shampoo soaps. These include less frizz, reduced dryness, relief from dandruff or irritation, more curl definition and improved volume, control, growth and shine. They are also gentler on colour-treated hair, which may help to prolong the life of your colour.

Things to consider

Washing your hair with shampoo soap bars will feel quite different to using liquid shampoo, and it may take a little longer. As with many products, shampoo bars will not suit everyone. Before making your final judgement though, we recommend using them for a few weeks to allow your hair and scalp to adjust to the different formulation. 

Some people find that the alkaline formula simply does not agree with their hair. Also, if you live in an area with hard water, the soap may react with the minerals in the water, leaving a deposit that gives the hair a slightly ‘waxy’ feel. Using a lemon or vinegar rinse after your shampoo soap can help to balance the hair's pH, remove any waxy residue, and smooth the hair cuticles.