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Let's get down and dirty with Alkanet Root
It’s time we got down and dirty to chat about Alkanet Root. It’s an incredible super ingredient that doesn’t get enough love. So we thought it was the perfect time to shed some light on this dark bark.
Why making the switch to a solid face cleanser is going to be the best thing you’ve done this year.
When we designed our NEW Rock The Facebar face cleansing bar, we knew we wanted to provide deep cleansing without the stripping of harsh detergents. And as we’re committed to avoiding animal products, we also needed our face Solibar needed to entirely plant-based. It’s this reason that our face bar is not just another bar of soap.
Pregnancy & your hair 🤰
But did you know that pregnancy hormones can lead to changes in your hair?
If you are pregnant (have been or planning to be) you’ve probably noticed that throughout your journey, you’ve become accustomed to thick, luscious and shiny gorgeous hair. Whilst your body is moaning and groaning, your hair is living it’s best hair life with lack of shedding and increase in volume. You might also be noticing hair growth in other parts of your body. We’ll keep these secrets for those yet to experience the wonderful hair growth miracles bestowed by pregnancy hormones.
Q: I can't stand the smell of Apple Cider Vinegar, so what should I use on my hair instead?
When making the switch to natural haircare you might experience a period of an oily, dense or waxy feeling. We, natural fellows, refer to it as the transition phase. It can be quite confronting and make your hair feel unwashed. It's completely normal and it is just a sign of product buildup on your scalp. By doing an acid rinse you will help to restore the pH balance on your scalp and remove prior product buildup, thus helping to transition quicker. It will leave your hair silky smooth and tangle free, it's even so good that you mightn't even require a conditioner. Acid rinses are also a must-do for those of us living with hard water (more alkaline) as they're able to balance the pH by dissolving the magnesium and calcium that binds to your hair from the water.
Not ALL shampoo bars were created equal... 🌿or❌?
Just because you're switching to a shampoo bar does not mean that it is better for you or the environment. So we're going to tell you how to make sure you find the best shampoo bar for your needs.
When we decided to create the Solibar there were a few things that we needed to make sure we had..... Read more.