Are you tired of using store-bought conditioners that are full of chemicals and packaged in plastic?
Well, we’ve got a fun, sustainable, and natural alternative for you! With this simple DIY conditioner bar recipe, you can nourish your hair and help the planet at the same time. Plus, it’s a super easy project to make, and your hair will thank you for it!
In this blog, we’ll walk you through how to make your very own conditioner bar—a solid, eco-friendly product that’s packed with nourishing oils, all while cutting out plastic bottles from your routine. Ready to give your hair the pampering it deserves? Let’s dive in!
Why Conditioner Bars Are Better Than Bottled Conditioners
Let’s talk about why conditioner bars are so much better than those plastic-bottled conditioners you’ve been using:
Eco-Friendly & Waste-Free. No more plastic bottles! Conditioner bars are a sustainable choice, helping you reduce your plastic waste while still treating your hair to all-natural goodness. Plus, the bar lasts a lot longer than a bottle of liquid conditioner!
Natural Ingredients for Healthier Hair. You know exactly what’s going into your conditioner. No synthetic chemicals—just nourishing oils that hydrate, add shine, and keep your hair looking healthy.
Travel-Friendly. If you’ve ever had your conditioner leak all over your suitcase, you’ll love how convenient and mess-free conditioner bars are. They’re compact, portable, and leak-proof—perfect for your next adventure!
Super Simple to Use. No more squeezing liquid out of a bottle. Just rub the bar between your hands or directly onto wet hair, lather, and rinse. It’s that simple—and way more fun!
What’s in This Conditioner Bar Recipe?
Conditioning Emulsifier
The Conditioning Emulsifier is a key ingredient that helps blend the oils with water-based components, ensuring the mixture stays smooth and stable. It creates a conditioning effect on your hair, leaving it soft and manageable without any greasy residue.
Cetyl Alcohol
Cetyl Alcohol works as a thickener and emulsifier in your conditioner bars. It helps create a creamy texture and provides moisturizing properties, which makes your hair feel soft and nourished. It also helps improve the stability of the bar, ensuring that it holds its shape and consistency.
Beeswax
Beeswax acts as a natural binder in the conditioner bar, helping the mixture solidify into a bar shape. It also locks in moisture and provides a protective layer for your hair, making it ideal for promoting shine and smoothness.
Coconut Oil (Solid)
Coconut Oil (Solid) is an excellent moisturizer and helps add a silky smooth feel to your hair. It nourishes, strengthens, and provides a healthy shine. The solid form of coconut oil makes it easy to incorporate into the bar, ensuring that it melts slowly during use, giving long-lasting hydration.
Argan Oil
Argan Oil is a rich source of antioxidants, fatty acids, and vitamin E. This nourishing oil hydrates your hair, improves elasticity, and helps prevent split ends. It also enhances shine and softness, giving your hair a healthy, smooth look.
Good Vibes Essential Oil Blend
The Good Vibes Essential Oil Blend is a refreshing mix of oils that promotes relaxation and uplifting energy. It brings a natural fragrance to your conditioner bar while providing therapeutic benefits. This blend helps soothe the scalp and improve the overall health of your hair.
Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary Essential Oil is known for its ability to stimulate hair growth, improve circulation, and fight dandruff. It adds a refreshing, herbal scent to the conditioner bar, while also providing scalp-soothing properties and promoting stronger, healthier hair.
Geogard ECT Preservative
Geogard ECT Preservative is a natural, eco-friendly ingredient that helps extend the shelf life of your conditioner bar by preventing the growth of harmful bacteria, yeast, and mold. This preservative ensures that your conditioner bar stays safe and effective for an extended period of time.
Things to Remember When Using This Recipe
Always dilute an essential oil when using it on the skin. This essential oil recipe is unlikely to cause skin irritation when diluted properly. If the oil has oxidized (been left with the cap off for long periods of time), it is more likely to cause skin irritation. Check out this dilution chart for diluting this essential oil properly.
If you are pregnant, consult your doctor prior to use.
This essential oil recipe is safe to use with kids aged 10+.
For more information on using essential oils with cats, check out this blog post.
For more information on using essential oils with dogs, check out this blog post.
Please note: This post is a compilation of suggestions made by those that have extensively used essential oils and has not been verified scientifically with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. It is anecdotal information and should be treated as such. For serious medical concerns, please consult your doctor. The statements given in this blog post have not been verified by the FDA.
Good Hair Conditioner Bar Recipe
Good Hair Conditioner Bar Recipe
Ingredients
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2 Tbsp Conditioning Emulsifier
1/2 Tbsp Cetyl Alcohol
1/4 tsp Beeswax
1 Tbsp Coconut Oil (Solid)
1/2 tsp Argan Oil
20 drops Good Vibes Essential Oil Blend
10 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
Simply Earth Green Round Soap Mold
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10 drops Geogard ECT Preservative
Directions
- In a double boiler or microwave-safe container, melt the Conditioning Emulsifier*, Cetyl Alcohol, Beeswax, Coconut Oil (Solid), and Argan Oil together. Use short intervals if microwaving. Heat to about 160°F, stirring occasionally. Once fully melted, remove from heat (the mixture should be clear and yellow in color).
- Allow the mixture to cool until it’s about to solidify (about 120°F) then add the essential oils and preservative. Thoroughly mix.
- Pour the mixture into the mold and allow it to cool. Once solidified, remove the bar from the mold.
- To use, wet your hair. Rub the bar between your hands to create a lather and massage the lather into your scalp and hair. Rinse thoroughly. Store your conditioner bar in a soap dish with drainage to allow it to dry between uses. This product can also be used as a shave bar.
tip from katie
- Conditioning emulsifiers have a fishy smell in their raw form, but you shouldn’t be able to smell it in the finished product.
Customizations You Can Make to This Recipe
Want to make this recipe your own? Here are a few fun ways you can personalize your conditioner bar:
Scent Variations: You can swap out the Good Vibes Essential Oil Blend for other essential oils. Try Lavender for a calming, floral scent or Peppermint for an invigorating, cool sensation.
Extra Nourishment for Dry Hair: If you’ve got super dry hair, try adding Jojoba Oil or Sweet Almond Oil to the recipe for added hydration and moisture.
Citrus Kick: Add a bit of Lemon or Orange Essential Oil for a zesty, uplifting fragrance. These oils are also known for their cleansing and brightening properties.
Ready to Pamper Your Hair?
Congratulations, you’ve just made your own DIY conditioner bar! We hope your hair is already loving the natural, nourishing benefits. But why stop there? There are so many more ways to create your own natural hair and beauty products at home.
Download your FREE DIY Natural Hair Care Guide to discover even more easy, fun, and effective recipes for healthier hair using all-natural ingredients.
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