3 in 1 Bar

What is RSPO Palm Oil?

Segregated RSPO Palm Oil = Sustainably grown. The RSPO was founded in 2005 to create a system for certifying sustainably grown palm oil and to create guidelines for membership for certified growers. These guidelines cover more than just environmental stewardship; members of the RSPO must report on and provide better working conditions, better wages, and foster local discussions and input on their impact on local and native land. The principles and criteria for members of the RSPO help ensure that certified palm oil is produced under legal, social, and environmentally responsible management. The World Wildlife Fund has given the RSPO a thumbs up as a big step in the right direction for the production of palm oil in “providing assurance that valuable tropical forests have not been cleared, and social safeguards have been met during the oil’s production” of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil. Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certified sustainable palm oil is an ingredient found in our 3 in 1 Bar - our natural soap made for washing, shaving, and shampooing. Read more about our commitment to sustainably sourced palm oil here »

How do I transition from my regular shampoo to Akamai's 3 in 1 bar?

Transitioning from regular shampoo to our Akamai 3 in 1 Bar: Our gentle, truly natural soap bar was meticulously formulated to be a great shampoo. If you are transitioning from traditional shampoos and conditioners, there may be an adjustment period of 3-5 washes. (The length of your hair and how long you’ve been using regular shampoo are also factors.) Make sure you lather well and rinse thoroughly.  Be patient — during this transition period, your hair may feel different — this will pass as the chemicals leave your hair.  NOTE: A simple rinse of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (20% to water) can help accelerate the transition. An occasional ACV rinse is just great for your hair and scalp. (Learn more) Since many shampoo brands recommend washing hair daily and contain detergents that dry out your scalp, your scalp is forced to produce excess oil to offset the drying effects. Time to break the cycle! We (and most people outside of the personal care industry) recommend only washing hair 1-2 times per week.

How do I use the 3 in 1 Bar as a shampoo?

4 simple steps for shampooing with the 3 in 1 Bar: Rub the bar across the hair to create a lather.  Massage your scalp and work through your hair.  Rinse well.  If you need a hair conditioner, apply a pump of Skin Fuel to wet hair.  

I have hard water. How can I reduce the effects of soap buildup, especially in my hair?

Using an apple cider vinegar rinse (20% ACV to water) will help remove chemical and mineral buildup from hard water. This will also help with residues left behind from most shampoos and conditioners (particularly silicones).