The Powder Lab

The Powder Lab

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

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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 ...