Hint: You might be washing with the same stuff found in floor cleaners and—yep—even Drano.
The Sneaky Ingredients Lurking in That “Moisturising” Bottle
Here’s the deal. Most bottled shampoos are up to 90% water. What you’re really paying for is pretty packaging, artificial fragrance, and a marketing story that says “hydrating” while doing none of that. Let’s break down what’s actually inside:
- Sodium Laureth Sulfate: A harsh detergent also used in industrial cleaners. Strips your scalp and dries out strands.
- PEGs & Silicones: Make your hair feel smooth—while coating it in plastic-like residue that builds up over time.
- Fragrance: A loophole for hiding dozens of chemicals. Often linked to hormone disruption, skin irritation, and more.
Fun fact? Some ingredients in mass-market shampoos are banned or restricted in countries like the EU—but still sold in Australia.
So Why Are These Ingredients Still Allowed?
Because the beauty industry sells what feels good in the moment, not what works long term. Foam sells. Pretty scents sell. But performance? Health? The planet? They’re an afterthought.
As a hairdresser with years behind the chair, I’ve seen brands come and go. Most of them lean heavy on branding—and light on results.
The Bar That Changed the Game
Our bars were made to flip that formula. Let’s take a look at what’s inside our shampoo bars instead:
- Shea Butter: Deep hydration + scalp support
- Coconut Oil & Castor Oil: Gentle cleansing and natural shine
- Bamboo Charcoal: Detoxifies without stripping
- No sulfates, silicones, or parabens
These aren’t just “natural” for the label. They’re hairdresser-chosen ingredients that hydrate, balance, and build better hair from root to tip.
Do You Even Need a Bottle?
Most of us have been trained to believe a good shampoo comes in a sleek bottle. But here’s the truth:
- Bottles = more water, more plastic, more waste
- Bars = concentrated, long-lasting, travel-proof, planet-friendly
It’s time to clean your hair—and the system that told you you needed more than this.
Want a Closer Look?
Let’s compare:
| Ingredient | Big Brand Bottle | Cooper Delivered Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Water | First ingredient | None |
| Sodium Laureth Sulfate | Yes | No |
| PEGs/Silicones | Yes | No |
| Shea Butter | No | Yes |
| Bamboo Charcoal | No | Yes (Detox Bar) |
You Don’t Need Perfect. Just Better.
We’re not perfect either. We don’t handcraft every bar (yet). We don’t greenwash. We’re a husband-and-wife team building this brand from a caravan with a big dream: a solar-powered rural manufacturing hub right here in Western Australia.
Every switch you make supports that mission.
So… what’s really in your bottle?
Go grab it. Turn it around. Read it. Then ask:
- Is it hydrating—or just foaming?
- Is it nourishing—or masking?
- Is it made for your hair—or just made to sell?
Because when you know better, you choose better. That’s where the glow-up starts.
FAQ
Do shampoo bars work on all hair types?
Yes! Just like bottled products, there’s a bar for every need—hydrating bars for curls, detox bars for oily scalps, and conditioning bars to soften and smooth.
Will shampoo bars leave my hair feeling waxy?
Not ours. That waxy feeling often comes from detoxing bottled product build-up. Give it a few washes, and your strands will feel cleaner, softer, and lighter.
How long does one bar last?
Our bars typically last 2–3x longer than bottled shampoo—around 60–80 washes depending on hair length and usage.
Want to Ditch the Bottle?
Start with our bestseller:
Hydrate & Detox Shampoo Bar Set
✨ Detox + hydrate + shine—with no plastic waste.
💌 Have questions? Ask us. We’re not bots—we’re real humans chasing big eco dreams in the Aussie bush.