Best Shampoo Bars in 2026: Silver Falls vs. Ethique, HiBAR, Kitsch & Viori
Which shampoo bar is best? We compare Silver Falls, Ethique, HiBAR, Kitsch and Viori on formula fit, price, longevity, plastic-free packaging and hair type.
Silver Falls Sensitive magnesium deodorant, Lavender Island, in a plastic-free paper tube
Magnesium vs Baking Soda Deodorant: Which Formula Is Right for You?
Both work. They work differently. Here is how to pick the right natural deodorant formula for your skin, and what we changed in our magnesium formula this year.
Silver Falls Niacinamide Facial Serum tin
How to Choose a Non-Toxic Niacinamide Serum (and What It Actually Does)
Rough texture, stretched pores, uneven tone. None of it reverses on its own. What niacinamide actually does, what it won't, and how to use it right.
Silver Falls Face Bar zero waste facial cleanser
Zero Waste Facial Cleanser: How to Ditch the Plastic Bottle Without Wrecking Your Skin
What a zero waste facial cleanser actually is, why liquid face wash is mostly water in a plastic bottle, how to pick a bar that will not strip your skin, and how to use one.
Silver Falls laundry strips box open showing hand-cut strips
Laundry Strips in 2026: Why Enzymes and PVA Matter More Than You Think

Most laundry strips still use PVA plastic as a binder, and many skip enzymes. We compare Tru Earth, Earth Breeze, and Blueland and explain why we built our own PVA-free, enzyme-powered formula.

Silver Falls plastic-free tooth powder, made in Oregon
What Is Tooth Powder? A Plain Guide to Using It (and Choosing a Good One)
People cleaned their teeth with powder long before tubes existed. Here is what tooth powder is, how to use it, whether it is safe, and how to spot a gentle one.
How to Choose the Best Vitamin C Face Cream (and the One We Use Every Day)
How to Choose the Best Vitamin C Face Cream (and the One We Use Every Day)

Brighter, more even, better-protected skin by morning. Here's what a vitamin C face cream actually does, and how to choose one good enough to reach for every day.

Shampoo and Conditioner Bars: How to Choose the Right Ones for Your Hair
Shampoo and Conditioner Bars: How to Choose the Right Ones for Your Hair
Premium or Original? Here’s how to choose the right shampoo and conditioner bars for your hair, plus what to expect when you switch.