Verdant Volume Hair Ritual: Fo-ti & Rosemary Shampoo Bar

Ms. Zheng | Botanical craftsmanship, carrying forward Eastern skin-care wisdom

Ms. Zheng is our exclusive partner artisan, dedicated to the research and creation of plant-based skin and hair care for over a decade. Born into a family of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM), she grew up amid the herbal aromas of her grandfather’s clinic, cultivating a deep understanding of botanical nature and synergy.

Guided by the belief that “ingredients are the soul of efficacy,” she often ventures into the countryside with her family to source and hand-pick high-quality herbs. Drawing on years of study of classical medical texts and keen insight into botanical formulations, she blends traditional knowledge with modern cold-process techniques. Her shampoo bars and body bars are trusted by numerous Chinese consumers for their elevated care experience and pure, plant-based compositions.

Notably, her herb sourcing and photographic documentation—valued for their professionalism and accuracy—have been collected by several universities and traditional medicine clinics as teaching references. Today, in her personal studio, she continues to refine plant-forward formulas, embodying Eastern skin-care philosophy through her craft.

1. Botanical Extracts

(1) Fo-Ti (Polygonum Multiflorum Root) Extract & powder; Eclipta (Eclipta Prostrata Leaf) Extract: Traditional botanicals used to help reduce the look of shedding. According to the classic Chinese materia medica Bencao Gangmu, the herb Eclipta Prostrata can darken hair and nourish kidney.

(2) Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Root Extract: Contains gingerols, shogaols, and curcuminoids; helps refresh the scalp and improve the look of a dry, flaky scalp.

(3) Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) ; Oriental Arborvitae Leaf (Platycladus Orientalis) Extract; Myrica (Myrica Rubra) Leaf Powder: Commonly used to nourish hair and support a balanced scalp environment; helps reduce the look of flakes and excess oil.

(4）Lemongrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil): Known for a fresh, clean aroma; helps calm the look of redness.

(5) Bitter Orange (Citrus Aurantium Amara ) Leaf Oil: Offers antioxidant benefits in cosmetics; supports a oil-balanced scalp with a calming scent.

2.Nourishing and conditioning ingredients

(1)Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: Contains Vitamin E, capric acid, and lauric acid, which helps moisturize and smooth for natural shine.

(2)Organic Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil: Naturally rich in Vitamin E, tea polyphenols and squalene; helps improve the feel of dry, brittle ends and supports scalp health.

(3)Glycerin: Classic humectant for lasting hydration.

(4)Hydrolyzed Silk (Silk Amino Acids): Small molecules that help smooth the feel of damaged hair, enhance softness, and add silky shine with a lightweight protective film.

(5)Cetearyl Alcohol: Plant-derived fatty alcohol that adds body, slip, and a soft touch.

3.Cleansing and foaming system

(1)Mild surfactants

Sodium Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Sulfonate: A gentle, plant-derived anionic surfactant made from coconut fatty acids. pH 5.0–7.0. Creates a rich, creamy lather and is known for a mild cleanse.

Sodium Laureth Sulfoacetate: A mild, readily biodegradable foaming agent that helps deliver a soft, comfortable cleansing experience for the scalp.

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate: A high-performance, skin-friendly surfactant derived from coconut and palm sources, offering a fresh, non-irritating cleanse.

(2) Conditioning/anti-static agent

Behentrimonium Methosulfate: cationic conditioning agent that helps hair feel smooth, easier to detangle, and less frizzy.

Wet hair thoroughly, and then glide the bar over wet hair in circular motions, or lather in a foaming net and apply the foam to scalp and lengths. Massage gently, then rinse thoroughly. Repeat for a deeper cleanse if needed.

Rinse the bar and keep it dry between uses.

(1)For external use only.

(2)Avoid contact with eyes; rinse with water if contact occurs. Discontinue use if irritation develops.

(3)Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and humidity.

(4)A brief transition period (around 2 weeks) may occur when switching from conventional shampoos, but your hair will be clean, light, and smooth after blow-drying.