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Is it a bar of soap?
Absolutely NOT! Shampoo and soap are completely different products, and you should never wash your hair with soap. Soap has a high pH which will leave cuticles open and damage the hair shaft. Our zero waste bars are the same as salon quality shampoo, except we took water out the equation. Thus our ultra-concentrated bars last far longer than their bottle equivalents. Be wary of cowboy 'shampoo bar' brands that are really just selling soap. Check the ingredients- if it's mostly just oils, butters and sodium hydroxide then it's soap, not shampoo.
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Which bar is best for my hair type?
Both pairs in our range suit all hair types, but for hair on the oily side we recommend the Liliko'i set, and for dry, damaged or fine hair we recommend the Coconut Citrus Sorbet set.
All of our bars are ideal for those with sensitive scalps or coloured hair due to our gentle, sulfate-free formulations.
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Can I use it as a body wash?
Yes, but it's an expensive way to go about it. Our bars are shampoo and not soap, and thus they are pH balanced to around a 5 to match the pH of the hair. Soap has a pH of 9-10. The high pH of soap means it is a strong cleanser; this is fine for skin as skin is alive and can quickly regain its acid mantle. Hair however is dead and cannot bounce back, which is why shampoo is formulated with different surfactants (cleansers) from soap.Â
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Are they good for coloured hair?
Yes, they are GREAT thanks to our sulfate-free & pH balanced formulas. Our gentle formulations will not strip your hair of colour like more aggressive formulas can.
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What does Honua mean?
Honua means earth, seas and mountains in Hawaiian and encapsulates our tropical ecoluxe philosophy 🌴
What we do
At Honua we make EcoLuxe shampoo & conditioner bars, and our philosophy is tropical ecoluxe.
Clean, sustainable beauty is at the core of what we do, and our luxurious scent blends will transport you to Hawaiian paradise.
By harnessing the power of biodegradability, our cosmetic packaging breaks down naturally over time reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional packaging.
Derived from sustainable sources such as green tea stem or rice husk, our biodegradable packaging minimizes reliance on non-renewable resources. This innovative approach aligns with our mission to make a positive difference in the beauty industry.
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Honua Starter Pack
Transform your hair care routine with our award-winning salon-quality pH balanced vegan shampoo and conditioner bars bundle, complete with a stylish bamboo shampoo holder and a premium shampoo and conditioner bar! This luxurious collection is designed to elevate your hair care experience while promoting sustainability.
Each shampoo and conditioner bar is crafted with love, featuring a blend of plant-based ingredients that gently cleanse and nourish your hair. The pH balanced formula ensures optimal scalp health and enhances your hair’s natural shine and softness. Say goodbye to plastic bottles and hello to a more eco-friendly approach to hair care!
The included bamboo holder keeps your bars dry and organized, making it easy to take your hair care on the go. Plus, the premium shampoo and conditioner bars are perfect for travelling, ensuring your hair stays fabulous wherever life takes you.
Treat your hair to the best with this all-in-one bundle that delivers salon-quality results at home. Embrace a sustainable and effective hair care routine, and let your hair radiate health and vitality!
You will receive 1x Shampoo Bar, 1x Conditioner Bar, 1x Bamboo Soap Holder.
Star Bar Shampoo Bar Ingredients:Â Stearic Acid, Coconut Oil, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Corn Starch, Glycerine, Glyceryl Stearate, Water, Behentrimonium Chloride, Fragrance, Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Hydrolysed Soy Protein, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Mica, Tin Oxide, Iron Oxide, Citronellol, Geraniol.
Coconut Citrus Sorbet Shampoo Bar Ingredients:Â Stearic Acid, Coconut Oil, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Corn Starch, Glycerine, Glyceryl Stearate, Water, Behentrimonium Chloride, Fragrance, Hydrolysed Soy Protein, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Avocado Oil, Olive Fruit Oil, Desert Lime Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Mineral Pigment 77288, CI 59040, Limonene, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Linalool.
Star Bar Conditioner Ingredients: Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cocoa Seed Butter, Glycerine, Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, Fragrance, Argan Kernel Oil, Hydrolysed Oats, Provitamin B5, Natural Vitamin E, Citronellol, Geraniol.
Coconut Citrus Conditioner Ingredients:Â Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cocoa Seed Butter, Glycerine, Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Fragrance, Hydrolysed Oats, Provitamin B5, Natural Vitamin E, Aqua, Australian Desert Lime Fruit Extract, Limonene, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Linalool, Sodium Benzoate.
Aussie Made
Made in the land Down Under... we hope that song is stuck in your head now.
Cruelty Free
All of our products are made cruelty free. We obtain ingredients from local small businesses.
Plastic Free
Our ultra-concentrated bars don't require plastic packaging. One bar is equivalent to 3 plastic bottles.
Buy Now Pay Later
We offer Afterpay & Klarna as affordable payment options.
deep hydration
For luscious locks
Our shampoos contain a premium blend of cleansers to give a gentle, rich lather & beautifully clean hair. Our bars are proudly soap-free to ensure your tresses stay in top-top condition.
Our conditioners are jam-packed with nourishing actives like argan oil, avocado oil and shea butter. Give yourself the Honua Bars treatment... your hair will thank you!
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