{"product_id":"peppermint-eucalyptus-conditioner-bar","title":"Peppermint \u0026 Eucalyptus Conditioner Bar","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sc-891ce7db-0 igBYqg f_flex_base f_flex_single_value_direction\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"f_flex_base f_flex_single_value_direction\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sc-ceccfca5-0 bIBRfQ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sc-891ce7db-0 igBYqg f_flex_base f_flex_single_value_direction\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"f_flex_base f_flex_single_value_direction\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sc-ceccfca5-0 cPaAJJ\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA conditioner that leaves a cooling sensation in the scalp is not something most people have experienced. This peppermint and eucalyptus conditioner bar from Friendly Soap, handmade in the UK, does exactly that: the menthol in the real peppermint essential oil produces the same invigorating chill on the scalp that the matching shampoo bar delivers, carrying the sensation through the entire wash routine rather than ending it at the rinse. Built on the same cocoa butter and castor oil base as the rest of the Friendly Soap conditioner range, it leaves hair soft and manageable at pH 7, properly balanced for hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScent: peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey conditioning ingredients: cocoa butter, castor oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetangling agent: behentrimonium methosulfate (BTMS), naturally derived\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH 7, balanced for hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 90g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in the UK by Friendly Soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompostable cellulose wrap packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan and cruelty-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Conditioner Bars Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConditioner bars work differently to shampoo bars. Where a shampoo bar cleanses by removing oil and residue, a conditioner bar deposits conditioning agents onto the hair shaft, coating it to reduce friction, improve slip, and seal the cuticle. The result is hair that is easier to detangle, softer to the touch, and more manageable after drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key ingredient is behentrimonium methosulfate (BTMS), a conditioning compound derived from rapeseed oil. It is positively charged, which means it is attracted to the negatively charged surface of wet hair and deposits evenly as you work the bar through. Unlike the diluted conditioning agents in most liquid conditioners, which are 70-80% water, the bar delivers concentrated active ingredients directly to the hair with no dilution. It rinses cleanly without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer liquid conditioner, this bar can also be melted down using hot water into a traditional liquid form. Add the bar to a small amount of very hot water, allow it to melt, let it cool, and decant into a bottle. The conditioning performance is identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Conditioning Ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocoa butter\u003c\/strong\u003e (Theobroma cacao seed butter) is the richest conditioning ingredient in this bar. Solid at room temperature, it melts on contact with warm wet hair, releasing fatty acids and natural emollients that coat and soften the hair shaft. It is particularly effective on dry or coarse hair, and its natural mild scent complements the peppermint and eucalyptus rather than competing with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastor oil\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ricinus communis seed oil) provides slip and a film-forming quality that distributes the bar evenly through the hair and reduces the friction between strands during detangling. It adds shine and frizz control that carries through to dry hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCetyl alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fatty alcohol that improves the bar's texture and helps it glide through hair without dragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButylene glycol\u003c\/strong\u003e is a humectant that draws moisture into the hair shaft during application, delivering hydration alongside the surface-level conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Scent\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeppermint essential oil\u003c\/strong\u003e (Mentha piperita) contains menthol, which produces a cooling sensation on the scalp on contact. In a conditioner this is an unusual quality: most conditioners are purely passive on the scalp, whereas the menthol here creates an active, refreshing sensation that makes the conditioning step feel like part of an invigorating routine rather than just a functional follow-up to shampooing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEucalyptus essential oil\u003c\/strong\u003e (Eucalyptus globulus) adds a slightly camphorous, rounded depth to the peppermint, giving the scent longevity and preventing it from being one-dimensional. Together they produce a clean, sharp freshness that pairs directly with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peppermint-eucalyptus-shampoo-bar-eco-friendly\"\u003ePeppermint and Eucalyptus shampoo bar\u003c\/a\u003e from the same Friendly Soap range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimonene occurs naturally in both oils and is listed as required by UK cosmetics regulations. Those with a known sensitivity should choose an alternative conditioner bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Bar is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe peppermint and eucalyptus scent makes this the most invigorating conditioner in the range, and particularly well suited to use after the matching shampoo bar for a complete, consistent wash routine. The cocoa butter and castor oil base provides rich conditioning suited to dry, thick, or colour-treated hair. For fine hair, apply from mid-lengths to ends only to avoid weighing the roots down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cooling scalp sensation also makes it a good choice for those who wash after exercise, where the invigoration of the peppermint extends naturally from the shower into the rest of the routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter shampooing, squeeze excess water from hair. Run the conditioner bar from mid-lengths to ends, or warm briefly between the palms and apply as you would liquid conditioner. Work through with fingers to distribute evenly. Leave for one to two minutes, then rinse thoroughly with cool water. Cool water helps close the cuticle and improves shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore on a draining soap dish between uses and allow to dry fully between washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Product Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull ingredients (INCI): Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, Ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, Behentrimonium methosulfate, Cetyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Mentha piperita (peppermint) oil, Eucalyptus globulus (eucalyptus) leaf oil, Limonene*  *occurs naturally in essential oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 90g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in the UK by Friendly Soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan and cruelty-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompostable cellulose wrap packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peppermint-eucalyptus-shampoo-bar-eco-friendly\"\u003ePeppermint \u0026amp; Eucalyptus Shampoo Bar\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Friendly Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51591428899112,"sku":"CB003","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/4909\/0856\/files\/image_eec3d84c-45f9-49e4-947b-2a058fa36c47.png?v=1774622911","url":"https:\/\/zerowastesupply.co.uk\/products\/peppermint-eucalyptus-conditioner-bar","provider":"Zero Waste Supply Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}