6 Eco-Friendly, Vegan, Solid Shampoos and Conditioners Making Waves for Animals

There’s a new beauty trend taking hold, and it’s cruelty-free, vegan, and sustainable. Companies such as Lush and Ethique are running with the idea. So what is it, you ask?

The term is “solid shampoo,” or “shampoo bars.” Picture a block of concentrated shampoo (or conditioner) that mixes with the water coming from your shower, instead of being diluted with water and then packaged in a plastic bottle.

Solid shampoo bars: not just a summer fling. ??

A photo posted by Lush Cosmetics (@lushcosmetics) on May 22, 2015 at 1:55pm PDT

Raise the bar and change the way you think about shampoo! These mighty bars are small, long-lasting bundles of concentrated shampoo that will do the job of two to three bottles of liquid shampoo. They’re also packed full of effective ingredients and essential oils, so you can lather, rinse and repeat up to 80 times for gorgeous hair every time. #lush #lushshampoobars

A photo posted by Lush Malaysia (@lush.malaysia) on Oct 23, 2015 at 2:21am PDT

Here are some of our favorites:

1. Avocado Co-Wash Solid Shampoo by Lush

Avocado co-wash gently cleanses the hair without stripping it of its naturally protective oils.

A photo posted by Lush Cosmetics (@lushcosmetics) on Jul 18, 2016 at 9:30am PDT

2. Clements Solid Shampoo Bar by Ethique

Our bamboo biodegradable in shower containers keep your Ethique solid beauty bars in top condition. #giveupthebottle #veganbeauty #solidshampoo #ethique

A video posted by Ethique solid beauty bars. (@ethiquenz) on Jun 10, 2016 at 5:18pm PDT

3. Jungle Solid Conditioner by Lush

Jungle Solid Conditioner: tame your mane.

A photo posted by Lush Cosmetics (@lushcosmetics) on Jul 27, 2016 at 4:08pm PDT

4. Healy Kiwi Solid Shampoo Bar by Ethique

Do you have an itchy or flaky scalp? Our Heali Kiwi shampoo bar is packed full of oats, kiwifruit, neem, karanja & lime oils. Neem & karanja are ancient ayurvedic remedies whilst oats and kiwifruit are both soothing & hydrating. The perfect combination. #dandruff #ethique #solidshampoo #shampoo #shampoobar #ayurvedic #crueltyfree #veganskincare #palmfree #palmoilfree

A photo posted by Ethique solid beauty bars. (@ethiquenz) on Apr 14, 2016 at 12:53am PDT

5. Sugar Daddy-O Solid Conditioner by Lush

Sugar Daddy-O Solid Conditioner: linseed infusion, extra virgin coconut oil and argan oil will keep your hair in top condition.

A photo posted by Lush Cosmetics (@lushcosmetics) on Jul 29, 2016 at 2:59pm PDT

6. Damage Control Solid Shampoo Bar by Ethique

3 months worth of shampoo and a handy container to keep it in. All of it compostable & totally waste free. #thinkgreen #nzmade #solidshampoo #shampoobar #crueltyfree #crueltyfreebeauty #vegan #palmfree #ecochic

A video posted by Ethique solid beauty bars. (@ethiquenz) on Jun 23, 2016 at 1:51am PDT

Lush have stores worldwide and Ethique ship internationally.

If you’re ever curious as to whether a cosmetics or personal-care company is vegan or tests on animals, search PETA US’ cruelty-free database.