If your scalp tightens up every winter — itchy, flaky, irritated by the same medicated washes you keep going back to — this bar was made for that exact cycle. Tea Tree Mint works to calm visible flaking and soothe scalp irritation while the peppermint oil delivers an immediate cooling sensation at the roots, the kind that signals something is actually happening. It lathers well, rinses clean, and leaves hair with volume and freshness rather than the dry, stripped feeling that sulfate-heavy dandruff washes tend to leave behind. Formulated with Longsheng rice water — a fermented ingredient central to the hair care practice of the Red Yao women of southern China — it helps strengthen hair fibers while the tea tree and peppermint combination deep-cleans without sulfates, parabens, or synthetic fragrance. Note: contains essential oils; patch test recommended before first use, especially on sensitive scalps. If you're switching from a liquid anti-dandruff shampoo, give it one to two weeks for full scalp-calming effects as your scalp adjusts.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Longsheng Rice Water, Cocoa Butter, Sodium Lactate, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Peppermint Leaf Oil, Shea Butter, Butylene Glycol (Plant-Based), Stearic Acid, Tea Tree Leaf Oil, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Vitamin B8, Vitamin B5, Rice Bran Oil, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Broccoli Seed Oil, Bamboo Extract, Vitamin E, Aloe Vera

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate — derived from coconut fatty acids, a mild sulfate-free surfactant that produces a dense, creamy lather without stripping the scalp's moisture barrier. (EWG: 1)
Behentrimonium Methosulfate — sourced from rapeseed oil, a gentle conditioning agent that helps detangle and smooth the hair shaft without the buildup associated with silicones. (EWG: 1)
Longsheng Rice Water — fermented rice water from the Longsheng region of southern China, traditionally used by the Red Yao women; rich in inositol and amino acids that help support hair fiber strength and scalp health.
Cocoa Butter — pressed from cacao beans, a rich emollient that seals moisture into dry, winter-stressed hair and helps counteract the brittleness that cold air can cause. (EWG: 1)
Sodium Lactate — a salt of lactic acid derived from natural fermentation, helps the bar maintain a skin-compatible pH and supports the scalp's natural moisture balance. (EWG: 1)
Glycerin — a plant-derived humectant that draws moisture to the scalp and hair shaft, helping to relieve the tight, dehydrated feeling that dry indoor heat compounds in winter. (EWG: 1)
Cetyl Alcohol — a fatty alcohol derived from coconut or palm oil, used as an emollient and thickener; despite the name, it is non-drying and non-irritating. (EWG: 1)
Peppermint Leaf Oil — steam-distilled from peppermint leaves, delivers the immediate cooling tingle at the roots and helps soothe scalp irritation on contact. Note: essential oils can be sensitizing for some users; patch test recommended.
Shea Butter — cold-pressed from the shea tree nut, a nourishing emollient that helps restore softness and manageability to hair that has been dried out by medicated or sulfate-heavy washes. (EWG: 1)
Butylene Glycol (Plant-Based) — a plant-derived solvent and humectant that helps active ingredients absorb evenly and keeps the formula from feeling heavy or waxy on the hair. (EWG: 1)
Stearic Acid — a fatty acid found naturally in shea and cocoa butter, contributes to the bar's firm texture and helps condition the hair surface without residue. (EWG: 1)
Tea Tree Leaf Oil — steam-distilled from Melaleuca alternifolia leaves, formulated here for its well-studied antimicrobial properties (Carson et al., 2006, Clinical Microbiology Reviews); helps support a balanced scalp environment and works to calm the conditions associated with flaking and itch. Note: patch test recommended for sensitive scalps.
Rosemary Leaf Oil — distilled from rosemary herb, contributes antioxidant properties that help support scalp skin health; included here for its scalp-conditioning benefits. (EWG: 1)
Vitamin B8 (Inositol) — a naturally occurring carbohydrate found in rice bran, helps support hair fiber strength and a healthy scalp environment from within the formula.
Vitamin B5 (Panthenol) — a provitamin derived from pantothenic acid, helps add moisture and improve the feel of elasticity in dry hair, reducing the brittle snap that winter conditions can cause. (EWG: 1)
Rice Bran Oil — cold-pressed from the outer layer of rice grains, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants that nourish the scalp and add a lightweight shine to the hair without heaviness. (EWG: 1)
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein — rice protein broken down into smaller molecules that can bond to the hair shaft, helping to fill gaps in dry hair and support overall strength and smoothness. (EWG: 1)
Broccoli Seed Oil — cold-pressed from broccoli seeds, a lightweight oil with a natural silicone-like slip that smooths the cuticle and reduces frizz without synthetic silicone coating. (EWG: 1)
Bamboo Extract — derived from bamboo stem, a natural source of silica that adds body and structure to fine or straight hair without buildup. (EWG: 1)
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) — a plant-derived antioxidant that helps protect the formula and the hair fiber from oxidative stress, while supporting scalp skin health. (EWG: 1)
Aloe Vera — cold-processed from aloe leaves, a soothing humectant that helps calm an irritated scalp and adds a layer of lightweight hydration to both scalp and hair. (EWG: 1)

1. Wet your hair and scalp thoroughly with warm water — not hot, which can amplify scalp dryness in winter.
2. Hold the bar in your palm and rub it between your hands or directly across your scalp to build an initial lather at the roots.
3. Work the lather into your scalp with your fingertips using slow, circular motions — focus on any areas where tightness or flaking tends to concentrate.
4. Let the lather sit for 30 to 60 seconds before rinsing; this gives the tea tree and peppermint oils time to contact the scalp and deliver their soothing, balancing benefits.
5. Rinse thoroughly with cool water until the water runs completely clear — any residue left behind is usually a sign of incomplete rinsing, not the bar itself.
6. If you're switching from a liquid anti-dandruff shampoo, allow one to two weeks for your scalp to recalibrate; some initial adjustment is normal. If you have a clinically diagnosed scalp condition, consult your dermatologist before making the switch.