Activated charcoal is a miracle of nature. It attracts other substances to its surface and holds them there by absorption. It absorbs thousands of times its own weight in gases, heavy metals, poisons, and other chemicals; thus it renders them ineffective and harmless. Used in a shampoo bar, it's a detox powerhouse! Most commercial shampoos contain harsh synthetics that ‘cleanse’ by stripping your hair of everything, including natural oils. That not only leaves your hair dry and unmanageable, but also dull-looking. This natural shampoo bar is created with hair-loving ingredients, turning an ordinary routine into an indulgent experience, and leaving your hair cleansed and nourished. A moisturizing soothing base of coconut oil, organic palm oil, organic shea butter, organic cocoa butter, avocado oil, wheat germ oil, castor oil, organic jojoba oil is combined with lavender, tea tree, bergamot, and grapefruit - an amazing blend of essential oils known to nourish both hair and scalp, thus giving you an extra special bar. Not drying, just nourishing and soothing. So, this isn't your normal charcoal soap. Can also be used as a body soap. Manly size handmade bar measures approximately 3½” x 2½” x 1¼” and weighs approximately 5 ounces. (It’s probably best not to use a wash cloth when applying this soap to the body; create lather in the hands or rub soap bar directly on body.) This soap is hand-poured and rough-cut. This process naturally produces irregularities in shape and surface texture (characteristics of truly handmade soap) but does not diminish the efficacy of the soap. $7.95

TRANSITIONING TO ALL NATURAL SHAMPOO BARS: Many will not go through a transition period. For those that do, there may be a natural adjustment period depending on your hair type, your water and the hair products you previously used. All commercial shampoos will leave a build up on hair. Initially, our shampoo bars may not wash away this build up, causing hair to feel coated, heavy or waxy after the first few washes. In this case, use an Apple Cider Vinegar rinse; it helps by removing soap residue and mineral deposits from hard water. Mix 1 tablespoon of vinegar with 8 ounces of water. Pour through hair after shampooing and let it sit for a minute or two. Rinse well. The vinegar scent will not be noticeable after your hair drives. Most people are fine without an Apple Cider Vinegar rinse.