The Powder Lab

The Powder Lab

Haircare research, recs and vibes. Plus some travel beauty inspo for good measure.

July 21, 2026

Is Refillable Shampoo Worth It? The Real Cost Savings & Impact

Is Refillable Shampoo Worth It? The Real Cost Savings & Impact

The Real Math of Plastic Waste in Your Shower   Most of us don't think in terms of grams or ounces of plastic. We think in bottles. That graveyard of half-e...

January 24, 2026

The Permanent Vanity: Circular Design is the Ultimate Luxury

The Permanent Vanity: Circular Design is the Ultimate Luxury

True luxury is an investment, not an expenditure. Move beyond the throwaway economy and discover The Permanent Vanity—a curated world of high-performance rit...

December 25, 2025

How Minimalism and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand

How Minimalism and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand

A thoughtful take on sustainable minimalism—why choosing fewer, better products matters for both your life and the planet. Learn how small, intentional chang...

December 04, 2025

Why Traditional Shampoo Is 80% Water — And What That Means for Your Hair

Why Traditional Shampoo Is 80% Water — And What That Means for Your Hair

Most liquid shampoos and conditioners are formulated with water as their primary ingredient, often comprising 70–85% of the total formula.[1] That water is ...

June 12, 2024

Do Shampoo Bars Work? Digging Into Soap For Your Hair

Do Shampoo Bars Work? Digging Into Soap For Your Hair

TL;DR: Shampoo bars foam up and clean just as well as drugstore liquids—and they crush them on sustainability— For everyday eco-friendly washes, bars are a k...

July 20, 2023

Sustainable Packaging: Are You Asking the Right Questions?

Sustainable Packaging: Are You Asking the Right Questions?

One of the most common questions I get as a sustainability consultant — with about twenty years in branding and packaging — is some version of: "What is the ...