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Shampoo bars are the way to go for strong, healthy hair, and the best part, is that no plastic
bottles are required! We currently have 7 varieties in stock. Using natural soap as shampoo is the best change I ever made to my haircare routine.
Detox Shampoo – This is great for getting rid of any buildup as quickly as possible, and is therefore a good start when switching to natural shampoo, particularly if you have oily hair. Not really designed for longterm use, but it’s useful for extremely dirty hair and skin.
Coconut Oil Shampoo – Our very first shampoo bar, it is still a firm favourite. Best suited to oily hair.
Castile Top-to-Toe – Made with pure extra virgin olive oil, this is a great choice for a delicate scalp. Better suited for normal to dry hair.
Neem Bar – This can be used as a medicated shampoo. Neem oil is fabulous for itchy, dry scalp, & eliminates lice. Pair it with our Neem Bar, & you have the perfect combination.
Raw Honey Shampoo – This has always been a favourite, since its first release, and is subsequently very difficult to keep in stock! It’s a great all-rounder, satisfying the needs of normal to dry and normal to oily hair.
Shea Shampoo – is also suited to normal hair, and leaves hair feeling a bit like regular shampoo in terms of clarity.
Hard Rock Shampoo – This has been specially formulated for use in hard water areas. Natural soap reacts with the minerals in hard water, creating soap scum, hardly something you want on your hair! The Hard Rock Shampoo produces less deposits in hard water than our regular shampoo bars.
Aqua Curls – Aqua Curls is the first of our liquid shampoos that come in bar form, and it is phenomenal with curly/wavy hair. Currently Melissa’s shampoo of choice.
If you have very dry wavy, curly or coily hair, you may prefer our Crème Shampoos, designed specifically for each curl type. Be sure to read our guide before ordering: How To Select A Crème Shampoo.
Should you experience difficulties during your transition to natural shampoo bars, please do not
hesitate to contact us, or post your problem in our Product Support Group.
Using natural soap as shampoo is a mind-blowing experience…
Some people hate it. The rest will use nothing else!
Regular shampoo is usually made with surfactants (foaming agents or detergents) such as sodium
lauryl sulphate, instead of soap. Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) is a known skin irritant that is often
contaminated with a possible carcinogen, 1,4 dioxane.
These shampoos also deposit silica & proteins onto the hair shaft, which gives you a facade of
shine & health, but actually prevents moisture from penetrating, thereby causing brittleness &
breakage. You will only really feel the effects of this gorgeous bar of natural soap once this layer is removed.
Your shampoo’s approach thus far has been to strip the hair and then coat it with polymers. Now
you are switching to something that washes and nourishes the hair with natural oils. If you are
using the right bar it won’t make your hair heavy or greasy – it will provide just enough oil to help
your hair maintain its natural softness and flexibility.
My first wash was horrible! What did I do wrong?
During this transition you may find that your hair feels a little “gummy” or straw-like – this can happen as silicone and other polymers begin to peel off. Washing with natural soap containing clay or
activated charcoal can speed up the detoxification process and gently remove any remaining
residue from commercial shampoos. Be patient! Depending on what product you used before &
how often you wash, your hair could take anything from 2 weeks to a month to adjust.
Another reason hair can seem dry or dull is that shampoo bars are soap, which is alkaline, whereas hair prefers a more acidic environment. When washing with soap, some people use an acidic rinse after shampooing to restore the hair’s pH. This rinse acts as a “conditioner” that restores pH, smooths the cuticle and makes your hair shiny. In most cases you will not need an additional conditioner, because shampoo bars moisturize as they cleanse.
Can I use natural soap as shampoo with bleached hair?
Using natural soap as shampoo can be a problem with bleached hair, as the hair is very porous, making it difficult to rinse the soap out. But many people with colour-treated hair have reported that their dye actually
lasts longer with natural soap. Use cut off hair to test the shampoo bar, for peace of mind.
Make your own shine-boosting rinse by mixing raw apple cider vinegar and water. Start with 1
tablespoon to a cup of water, and adjust the ratio to the needs of your hair, up to half apple cider
vinegar/half water. Those with blonde hair usually find that lemon juice is better than the vinegar
for enhancing their hair colour at the same time. Pour it into a spray bottle and spray it on your
hair after washing. Rinse after a few minutes.
In the end, you are the best judge…
Some people say that using alkaline soap & then an acidic rinse is too strenuous on the hair shaft,
and can lead to eventual breakage. It is up to you to use what you feel is best for your hair. I
have fine, oily hair, & I found that the apple cider vinegar rinse made my hair too greasy.
Our Conditioning Hair Oil is also an excellent after-shampoo hydrator and conditioner for those who need to shampoo every day. It does not weigh down fine hair, and is light enough to not make the hair look greasy. Apply a little to the ends before or after blowdrying.
Since I switched to natural soap & oil, my hair is super soft, with great body, and I no longer
get split ends. Enjoy your journey! – Melissa Greyvenstein
