my final take
Ethique Shampoo and Shaving Bar Review
- 2-in-1 shampoo and shave bar
- Made with sustainable ingredients
- Compostable packaging
- Fair trade
- More expensive than normal shampoo
- Difficult to store
- Less lather than normal shampoo or shaving foam
- Can be drying to hair
My Honest Review
Here are my honest thoughts on the Ethique shampoo and shaving bar I’ve been using for a while. I’ve put this solid shampoo shaving bar, so let’s dive in and see how it holds up.
The Ethique solid shampoo shaving bar is a versatile, eco-friendly personal grooming product that serves two purposes in one compact and convenient form. This bar is made from natural and sustainable ingredients, like cocoa butter, coconut oil and kaolin clay, free from harmful chemicals, cruelty, and animal testing. Additionally, its plastic-free packaging reduces waste.
According to Ethique, by using just one bar, you can save up to three traditional shampoo bottles and conserve over 2,750ml of water, making it a more sustainable choice for your personal grooming routine.
Using Ethique solid bar to shave my legs
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Sustainability and Eco-Friendliness of Ethique
Plastic-Free Packaging from Ethique
Ethique is a company dedicated to sustainability and ethical production, sourcing only renewable ingredients and free from petrochemicals. The company avoids supporting non-sustainable industries such as palm oil and animal farming.
It is committed to making only vegan and cruelty-free products. Ethique is certified by the Orangutan Alliance as a palm-oil-free brand, ensuring that their products align with environmentally and ethically conscious values.
In addition to its commitment to sustainability, Ethique also practises direct trading, procuring ingredients directly from local growers rather than relying on intermediaries. The company can guarantee fair and stable prices, secure income for growers, and ensure that ethical and safe working conditions are maintained.
Performance as a Shampoo
Using the Ethique solid bar as a shampoo is simple and convenient. You can either lather it in your hands or directly rub the bar on your hair.
I was pleasantly surprised by the lather the bar produced. It thoroughly cleaned my hair and scalp, leaving them feeling refreshed and nourished.
However, I noticed that the ends of my hair feel dry after use, so I recommend following up with a conditioner bar. In my opinion, this shampoo is suitable for normal hair. For oily and dry hair, you might want to use other Ethique’s shampoo specially formulated for your type of hair.
The strong mint scent may not be for everyone, as I personally felt it was better suited for shaving. I might consider trying a different scent for my shampoo needs in the future.
I am impressed by how well the Ethique solid shampoo bar lathers
My colour treated hair after using the Ethique shampoo bar
Performance as a Shaving Bar
When using the bar, I have found that lathering it directly onto the skin is the most effective method. The shave bar does not produce as much lather as the normal shaving cream, but it still allows for a smooth glide and close shave. For a better lather, use shaving brush! It truly makes a difference.
The bar is gentle on the skin, which is an essential factor for those with sensitive skin or prone to skin irritation after shaving. Additionally, the bar has a refreshing minty fragrance that leaves the skin feeling clean and revitalized.
Overall, this bar works fantastically as an alternative to traditional shaving products, as it not only delivers a smooth shave but is also eco-friendly and gentle on the skin.
Lathering the solid bar on my skin
Value for Money – Is It Worth it?
The Ethique tip to toe may cost more than conventional shampoo, but it is worth the investment. With the ability to last up to 80 uses, one bar of Ethique is equivalent to three bottles of regular shampoo.
While the strong mint fragrance may not be suitable for shampooing for everyone, it works wonders for shaving and leaves the skin feeling refreshed and clean.
In my experience, this Ethique bar works great for shaving, but as a shampoo it can be a bit too drying. I suggest using the other Ethique’s shampoo bar that is specially formulated to nourish your hair while still retaining moisture.
Wrapping Up
The Ethique Tip to Toe shampoo is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution for their grooming routine.
For me, this tip to toe bar works wonders for shaving but for shampoo I recommend other Ethique’s solid bar specifically formulated to nourish your hair without stripping the moisture.
