Frequently Asked Questions
We've been getting a lot of questions recently! Here are the most common, and of course if your question isn't answered here feel free to let us know here so we can answer it for you.
Questions about our bars
Why is Rowdy Kind specifically for kids?
Rowdy Kind is specifically for kids that are no longer babies but not quite tweens (age 1+) because they have unique needs that kids told us weren't being met. These wannabe-grown-ups are becoming independent, and want something they can use themselves and that’s fun — like Hair & Everywhere Bars with fun colours and fruity smells! Kids in this age group also get more grimy than their baby brothers and sisters, but their skin and hair are still thin and fragile (with less oil than during adolescence). That's why Rowdy Kind is made of high-quality cleansers that are great at tackling grime, while also being gentle to skin and non-irritating. There are no parabens, PEGs or sulphates in our bars, we use allergen-free scents, and the mildest preservatives.
How long do Rowdy Kind bars last?
We developed our bars with the same volume of "active ingredients" as two bottles of 250ml liquid equivalent. That means, you know you have the same cleaning power as two bottles of liquids. We also made sure our bars wouldn't fall apart if they get left in water over night by accident! The answer to how long do they last is: a really long time! If you want to know how to make them last a really long time we have a number of tips & tricks. You can read them all here.
Are your bars suitable for eczema?
Everyone's skin is unique, so children with eczema should always follow their doctors' orders first. If you want to try our bars and you child has eczema we'd suggest trying it on one small area first (for example, one arm or one leg) and making sure they don't have a reaction.
To try and make sure our bars are as gentle as possible we've made sure there are no sulfates, use gentle cleansers, and allergen-free scents.
For those who have the most delicate dermis we recommend our Just Plain Cheeky bar and our Sensitive Skin collections
Why are Rowdy Kind bars better for the environment?
1) No more plastic bottles! We all know how scary plastic is environmentally and bathroom waste is a big bogeyman — only about 50% of recyclable bathroom waste (like your shampoo bottle) in the UK gets recycled! The rest sadly ends up in landfill.
2) Our packaging is as minimal as we can make it. Our bars are sold and shipped without any outer packaging. Our box is as small as we can make it, and is both re-usable (take a look at the bottom of the box!) and fully recyclable. We only use paper to pack our products, and all of it is 100% recyclable too.
3) Lower CO2. Our bars are made in the UK, and because they only weigh 85g and have no packaging they save 83% of the weight of shipping, saving C02 on their way to you.
How should I store my bar?
Like any soap, we would suggest letting it dry out between uses on the side of the tub, sink or shower. We like to use the lid of the tin as a soap dish, sitting the bar on top. If it slips off, turn the lid upside down and put the bar in there — just make sure it’s not full of water before you do!
Will we need conditioner?
Kids with long and tangle-prone hair may find they need conditioner. Rule of thumb: if you need it with a regular liquid hair and body wash, you’ll likely still need one with Rowdy Kind.
What age are your bars suitable for?
Our Hair & Everywhere Bars and shampoo are suitable for children from 1 year and up. The NHS recommends that babies are cleaned either with water, or with a small amount of liquid added directly to their water. We love the NHS, so we agree with them too!
Our bubble bar, bath bombs and conditioner are suitable for 3+, as they contain stronger scents and colours.
Want top tricks to get the most out of your plastic free bath time!
Sourcing & Ethics
Where are your bars made?
Our bars are made by hand in the UK. Manufacturing our bars also supports the return to work of vulnerable individuals in the local community. By working on manufacturing our bars they learn valuable skills and gain a career.
Do you test your products on animals?
Nope, we only test our products on kids — who, to be fair, often behave like animals.
Are your products sulfate free? Do the adher to the "Curly Girl" method?
Every product in our range is sulfate free. Our Hair & Everywhere Bars, Shampoo Bars and Conditioner Bar are compatible with the "Curly Girl" method.
Our Bubble Brick contains Sodium Lauryth Sulfocetate. This is not a sulfate, and is much milder than is in most bubble bricks which use Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.
Are your products palm free?
Most of our products are palm free. All our Hair & Everywhere bars are palm free, as is our shampoo and moisturiser. We're working on a palm-free conditioner (watch this space!) and (a much bigger challenge) a palm-free bubble brick. We'll keep you posted!
Are your products vegan?
Our bars contain no animal products. However, as a newly launched business, we haven’t yet completed the process required to be able to make an official vegan claim or put the vegan symbol on our packaging. We're working on it!
sustainability with kids can be hard!
Read our Sustainability Struggles series for our top tips and tricks.
Stockists & Retail
I'm a retailer who'd like to buy for my store
Where can I buy your bars?
We are listed at over 50 independent retailers in the UK!
You can see the full list HERE