From Passion to Product: The Story Behind Kambience Shampoo & Conditioner Bars

I never thought I’d become the kind of person who scrutinizes ingredient labels like a detective uncovering a conspiracy. But here we are.

It all started when my husband developed adult-onset eczema. Suddenly, I was on a deep dive into ingredient lists, learning more than I ever wanted to know about the unpronounceable chemicals lurking in our everyday products. What I found was shocking—why were so many supermarket shampoos (as well as many other types of products) packed with questionable ingredients? More importantly, why was it so hard to find a product that was both gentle on sensitive skin and actually worked?

I started experimenting, determined to create something better. At one point, I was so committed to the idea that I even enrolled in a cosmetic science course. But then I realized—there are already some decent liquid products out there. What I couldn’t find, though, was a solid shampoo and conditioner bar that met my (admittedly high) standards.

Why bars? Well, for starters, I have wild, frizzy, borderline-unmanageable hair. Finding a product that tamed the beast while being safe and natural was nearly impossible. I did find a liquid brand that worked okay, but when I started looking at eco-friendly alternatives, shampoo bars quickly made sense. No plastic bottles. No wasted water being shipped around. Just compact, powerful, and travel-friendly goodness.

And speaking of travel—my family loves camping. When you’re off-grid for days (or weeks), lugging around giant bottles of liquid shampoo isn’t ideal. My sister, who works away a lot, also had her fair share of disaster stories involving shampoo leaks in her luggage. Bars solved all of that.

Of course, creating the perfect shampoo and conditioner bar was not easy. I’ve spent the last four years developing these formulas. There were disasters—some so bad I swore off formulating for months at a time. But my husband, kids, sisters, and mum kept me going. They saw the potential long before I did, and they reminded me (repeatedly) that I was onto something special. To be fair, they’ve also witnessed a lot of my other “experiments” over the years, and the fact that they still had faith in this one meant something.

Beyond just haircare, I’ve always been passionate about health and wellness. Like most people, I’ve had my ups and downs (old habits die hard—especially when it comes to snacks!). But one thing I’ve found easy to change is switching to healthier, low-tox products. Unlike giving up a favourite treat, swapping to a safer shampoo doesn’t feel like deprivation—it feels like an upgrade.

Now, as a mum of two young boys, keeping our home free from harsh chemicals is second nature. Knowing that my family is using products I made—ones that are gentle, effective, and eco-friendly—makes the journey worth it.

As a minimalist millennial, I also love that my bars aren’t just for hair. They’re a staple in our home because they multi-task. And now, after years of testing, tweaking, and improving, I’m so excited to share them with you.

So if you’re looking for a family-friendly, naturally derived haircare option that actually nourishes your hair with every wash—give Kambience a go. Your hair (and the planet) will thank you.