4.7/5
- 900 Reviews
One Stick. No Conditioner. Your Best Hair.
120+ washes of shampoo and conditioner in one solid bar. 7 natural ingredients. Patented smart beeswax shell. Replaces 3–4 plastic bottles — 100% plastic-free.
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Benefits
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Lasts 6 Months
120+ washes from a single bar — outlasts 3-4 bottles.
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7 Simple Ingredients
No sulfates, parabens, or silicones. Just clean science.
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Smart Beeswax Shell
Patented shell keeps the stick dry. No mush, mess, or slip, ever.
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Travel Friendly
TSA-approved. Cap on, toss in your bag.
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100% Plastic Free
Biodegradable bar, compostable packaging.
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Skip Conditioner
Built-in conditioning — most people ditch the second bottle.
Ingredients
How to Use
Whats Included
4.6 oz Stem Hair Care Formulation:
Gentle Cleansing: Cleans without overstripping, supporting a healthy scalp.
Deep Conditioning: Infused with rice protein, pro-vitamin B5, and antioxidants for nourished, manageable hair.
Long-Lasting: Lasts up to 120 uses.
Simple Ingredients: Made with 7 naturally derived ingredients; free of sulfates and parabens.
Patented Beeswax Shell:
Self-regulating to prevent mushiness and mess.
Stem Base and Multi-Purpose Cap: Crafted from our proprietary spruce wood-based material.
Travel Mode: Cap seals the formula for protection on the go.
Sharpening Mode: Rotate cap to remove a section of the beeswax shell.
Usage Mode: Cap attaches to the base as an ergonomic grip and elevates the bar to keep it dry.
Fiber-Based Protective Packaging
Instructional Label
Details
Stem - Natural Shampoo and Conditioner Bar
Stem shampoo and conditioner bar is a premium, plastic-free solid that lathers big, rinses clean, and leaves scalps refreshed and ends soft, without residue. Made with just 7 clean ingredients (sulfate-free, silicone-free, phthalate-free, color-safe, cruelty-free), Stem is designed for oily, fine, color-treated, and sensitive hair types. Scents are naturally sophisticated (Coconut Hinoki, Santal Oak, Lavender Romarin, Aloe Tea Tree) plus Clear (unscented). If you’re comparing the best shampoo bars, Stem pairs salon-quality performance with minimal ingredients for results you can feel on day one.
What sets Stem apart is its innovative, deodorant stick like functionality and patented smart beeswax shell that keeps the shampoo and conditioner bar dry, grippy, and mess-free, no slip, no mush, no soggy dishes - plus a dual-use travel cap for true TSA-friendly portability. The entire system is plastic-free and compostable, aligning with eco-friendly/zero-waste goals while maximizing longevity.
Transform your routine with Stem Natural Bar Shampoo and Conditioner, pure, sustainable, and salon-quality care made for every hair type.
Smart Beeswax Shell
Engineered to Last
Lasts 120+ Washes
USA Produced
Enhanced Grip
No Mess or Mush
Patent Pending
Stays solid. Never mushy or slippery. Wears down like a deodorant stick from first wash to last. Lasts 250% longer than shampoo bars.
Our Lipid-Retention™ formula seals moisture during the wash — one step and done. No conditioner needed.
87%
of Users
stopped using conditioner by the end of week 2 and report softer healthier hair.
29¢
Per Wash
shampoo + conditioner last about 3 months and cost $20 each ($0.65/wash). Users save $100 a year with Stem.
4.7
★★★★★
across 860+ reviews Curly, straight, fine, thick, color-treated, Stem does it all.
Three phases. One wash.
No conditioner.
87% of Users Stop Using Conditioner by the End Of Week 2
Phase #1
Selective Cleaning
Most shampoos are blunt instruments, stripping away dirt and essential oils alike. Stem’s Lipid-Retention™ technology cleans with engineered precision. It targets buildup while preserving your hair’s protective lipid layer, leaving the cuticle smooth and the moisture barrier intact.
By keeping the cuticle sealed naturally, we eliminate the need for heavy conditioners to smooth it back down later.
Phase #2
Hydrated, Not Coated
Traditional conditioners mask damage with synthetic films that eventually block moisture. Stem hydrates from within. Because Phase #1 preserved your cuticle, bio-active cocoa butter locks hydration inside the strand, leaving you with weightless, residue-free softness.
Because there is no film blocking the surface, your hair is now primed to absorb vital nutrients in the final step.
Phase #3
Bio-Available Repair
You can’t feed hair that is suffocating under silicone. Because Stem leaves strands uncoated and breathable, our restorative proteins and nutrients are finally able to penetrate the cortex. They fill structural gaps to rebuild density and elasticity from the inside out.
Stem isn't a cosmetic mask. It is a health treatment that makes hair stronger with every wash.
Fewer Ingredients. Higher Standards. Better Hair.
Rated "Excellent" by Yuka
Top 5% of hair care products.
A+ on EWG Skin Deep
Every ingredient rated safe. Zero red flags.
Made in San Diego not Overseas
Our facility. Our formulas. Our machines.
From skeptics to superfans
80% five-star. Over 50,000 Sold in 2025. Here's what convinced them.
One stick replaces everything.
Less clutter. Less plastic. Less money. Better hair.
1 STEM
0% Water
7 Ingredients
100% Natural Materials
Biodegrades in 180 Days
~$0.22/Wash
4 BOTTLES
90% Water
15+ Ingredients
Synthetic Compounds
Degrades 450 Years
~$0.54/Wash
Frequently Asked Questions
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Not satisfied? Get every penny back — no questions asked. Try Stem for 30 days. If it's not everything you hoped for, reach out and we'll refund you 100%.
Do I need a conditioner too?
Stem isn't a shampoo — it's a 7-ingredient cleansing treatment with over 30% natural moisturizers built into the formula. It cleans, hydrates, and repairs in a single wash. 87% of users stop using conditioner entirely by week 2.
Most people feel softer, smoother hair after their very first wash. In some cases — especially if your hair has years of silicone buildup from traditional products — it can take a few extra washes for your hair to fully adjust and the results to kick in. That's normal.
Need extra moisture? Let the lather sit for 2 minutes before rinsing — it doubles as a deep conditioning mask.
Is Stem safe for color-treated hair?
Yes. In fact, it extends your color's life. Traditional shampoos use sulfates that roughen the hair cuticle, allowing color molecules to escape and fade. Stem is 100% sulfate-free and pH-balanced. We gently cleanse the surface without disturbing the cuticle, locking your color in longer than standard "color-safe" shampoos.
Is Stem suitable for all hair types?
Yes, because it adapts to your hair's needs. Whether your hair is fine, curly, oily, or dry, the biology is the same—it's the imbalance that causes issues. Stem restores homeostasis. Stem uses bio-mimetic ingredients that adapt to your hair’s needs: providing deep hydration for curls without weighing down fine hair. It restores your natural texture.
Oily Hair? It cleanses without stripping, stopping your scalp from over-producing oil to compensate.
Dry/Curly Hair? It delivers hydration directly to the cortex without heavy silicone coatings.
Designed, Formulated, Manufactured, and Shipped from San Diego, CA
We don't outsource our quality. Unlike brands that white-label products from overseas factories, we are a true lab. We research, formulate, and manufacture every Stem bar in our own facility in San Diego. We even built our own proprietary machinery to ensure the 7-ingredient formula and Beeswax Shell are perfect. Made by us, shipped to you.
How do I use Stem?
What are the caps and bases of Stem made from?
Our caps and bases are crafted from a proprietary material made from spruce wood combined with other natural saps. This innovative blend creates a strong, durable, and completely biodegradable system for Stem, aligning with our commitment to sustainability.
Where do you source your ingredients?
We source our ingredients from a network of U.S.-based partners who provide ethically and sustainably sourced materials. The majority of our ingredients are grown in the United States and South America, ensuring high quality while reducing our environmental footprint.
The shampoo and body wash is nice and moisturizing, and has a lovely earthy scent!
I really hesitated with ordering this shampoo since I have had no luck with other products. This product certainly delivers. My hair is fine with a course texture to it. After a couple of weeks of use my hair feels soft and manageable. I find for me I do not even need to use a conditioner. Thank you Swell Labs for making this product!!
The shampoo has an odd consistency that I'm not totally used to yet, but it cleans my hair well and seems to condition it ok enough. My hair doesn't feel as soft as I'd like it to.
The body wash has a great texture, and I really enjoy using it. My only complaint is that now I am almost out of it (lol).
Leaves my hair feeling soft
I'm still exploring, but it's definitely impressive. I have long thick hair that is starting to grey, so I'm active to find something that will help it relax and less frizz. This is slowly helping my hair, but for my husband he loves it! He wouldn't have tried it without my prompt and now he's noticed a difference he enjoys. He's still getting the hang of it, to lather. ;-)
I was skeptical at first but wanted to stop dumping chemicals over my entire body everytime i showered . I have been using swell for a year and a half now. I have only purchased 3 in that time because they last ! So easy for traveling and my hair is so much healthier now
I love the shampoo!! The body wash isn’t my fav but the shampoo is awesome!
The shampoo is good but I not good enough to not need conditioner too. If used alone I end up with an unmanageable wad of hair. With the addition of a bit of conditioner my hair turned out quite soft. So a matching conditioner bar would be great.
I’m stunned at how well this works. I have long, wavy, frizzy hair and I don’t use any extra conditioner. I’ve been recommending this to everyone and will be buying a few more to make sure I never run out. It stays completely solid in the shower with no mushy mess like other shampoo bars. I’m in love!
I took it on vacation and it was so compact, required no special packing and worked like a charm.
