The solid shampoo is a greener, more durable product, which also has the promise of cleaning the hair as well as a so-called "classic" shampoo. But how to use it correctly? We tell you everything.
Natural cosmetics are more popular than ever. All those who have taken a liking to it have already noticed that beauty products containing ingredients of natural origin do our skin a lot of good. And when it comes to hair, the situation is the same.
Certified natural cosmetics have many advantages: the products do not contain harmful ingredients such as microplastics, and therefore, they care for the skin in a particularly gentle way.
Many brands of natural cosmetics can also score points in terms of sustainability and offer smart packaging options to reduce plastic consumption in our bathrooms. The latest trend in plastic-free beauty? The solid shampoo.
Unlike "classic" shampoo, solid shampoo does not need a plastic bottle. Are you wondering if a strong shampoo can really make our hair so clean and shiny? We tell you everything!
How does solid shampoo work?
At first glance, solid shampoo looks like regular bar soap. But this plastic-free shampoo alternative has little in common with soap. Solid shampoo has a neutral pH and has the same ingredients and properties as liquid shampoo that is found "in a bottle". Solid shampoo is dehydrated during production. It is used as the liquid shampoo. It can be applied either on a wet hand, passing the solid shampoo several times between our hands so as to have enough foam to wash all the hair; either directly on wet hair, by taking the bread and passing it over our hair to deposit the mousse directly on the head. Whatever the method, all you have to do is massage your hair, as usual, then rinse!
A good solid shampoo doesn't make any difference to a liquid shampoo. The hair should be cleansed thoroughly and remain flexible.
Our 3 favorite solid shampoos:
Solid shampoo with sweet almond, DOP
Solid shampoo with honey, Lush
Radiance solid shampoo, SANTE Naturkosmetik
SANTE Naturkosmetik is one of the biggest brands of natural cosmetics with super quality solid shampoo. Eclat Shampoo is intended to provide a great, long-lasting alternative to conventional shampoos – without compromise. Organic birch leaf shampoo promises to cleanse normal and dull hair in a particularly gentle way and give it suppleness and a nice shine. SANTE Naturkosmetik solid shampoo also has a mild coconut scent and lathers well when applied to damp hair. Another positive point: the product is very economical. A solid shampoo replaces two bottles of 250 ml each. Perfect for women with long hair. Finally, the shampoo is packaged in a folding box made of 100% recycled cardboard, that is, without any plastic.
A solid shampoo tested and approved by our community
Does SANTE Naturkosmetik solid shampoo really measure up to liquid shampoos? We tested it, as well as our community of Testers to answer. Result: 94% of them liked the solid shampoo and recommend it. But what convinced them so much?
Karin:
"A very good alternative to traditional shampoo. Very economical and, above all, ecologically packaged. It is also perfect for the holidays, because it is small and practical! I will definitely buy it again."
Bia:
"I am absolutely surprised with the shampoo. It only takes very little product to clean her hair. The shampoo foams and rinses easily. The hair is then easy to comb."
Sarah:
"Superb smell! I am absolutely surprised. The shampoo foams surprisingly well. My curls were really soft after application and had a nice shine."
Isabella:
"I am totally convinced – I never imagined that a natural product could be this great! My hair is much better and I will definitely continue to use it."