R5 Kids Shower Shampoo is formulated for children aged 3 and up. Why the age limit of 3: Cosmetics intended for children under 3 fall into a specific regulatory category (EU Regulation 1223/2009), which requires an additional, more conservative safety assessment. Our Kids Shower Shampoo is not formulated for this age group. For babies and children under 3, we recommend using specific “baby” cleansers certified for neonatal and pediatric use. From age 3 and up, the product can be used with adult supervision. Remember to: Avoid contact with the eyes Rinse thoroughly Do not let the child ingest the product

It means that every R5 solid product has undergone a clinical test on human volunteers in an accredited laboratory, under the supervision of a dermatologist, before reaching you. How it works: The test is called an epicutaneous patch test — the international standard for checking that a cosmetic product does not cause skin irritation. Our protocol involves: 25 healthy volunteers testing the product on their skin Application for 48 consecutive hours Assessment by a dermatologist at three different times after removal (15 min, 1 hr, 24 hr) Accredia-accredited laboratory: Complife Italia (one of the most respected laboratories in Italy) Ethical compliance with the European Cosmetics Regulation and the Declaration of Helsinki The test shows that, under the stated experimental conditions, the product does not cause skin irritation in the test population. For our solid products, the result was IIM = 0 (Mean Irritation Index equal to zero), classified as “non-irritating” according to the modified Draize scale. It is not a specific test for atopic skin (people with atopic conditions were excluded from the study). It is not an allergy test. It does not replace an individual patch test in cases of reactive skin or known allergies. The “dermatologically tested” claim applies to all solid products in the R5 range that have individually undergone a dedicated patch test. Each product has its own report, available upon request for technical consultation

Yes. The formula contains 94% ingredients of natural origin (calculated according to ISO 16128 on the reconstituted product), including rice starch and sweet almond oil, and is dermatologically tested.

Yes, the process is a little different, but it only takes 2–3 uses to get used to it. A solid cosmetic is a concentrated formula without water (or with a minimal amount). The water that normally makes up 60–80% of a traditional liquid shampoo or shower gel is replaced by the water from your shower: wet the product, work up a lather, apply and rinse as you would with a traditional cosmetic. The 3 steps: Activate: hold the solid under running water or rub it between wet hands until you get a creamy lather Apply: distribute over wet hair and/or body and massage gently Rinse and store: rinse thoroughly, then leave the solid to dry in a well-ventilated place or in the open R5 solid holder with drainage Why “solid” doesn’t mean “less effective”: the same concentration of active ingredients you’d find in a 250/300 ml bottle is concentrated into a 70 g solid. An R5 solid cosmetic lasts an average of around 60 uses; how long it lasts depends on how often you use it, hair length and storage conditions. Practical tip: after your shower, leave the solid in a dry, well-ventilated place. Never leave it sitting in water, even partially, as this speeds up use and can cause moisture to build up

There are three main reasons, along with an honest look at the trade-offs. 1. Less plastic An average 70 g R5 solid lasts around 60 uses and replaces a traditional 250–300 ml bottle. With regular use over a year, each solid product you buy saves at least one plastic bottle. Multiply that by all your shower products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face wash), and the overall impact becomes significant over time. 2. Less water transported Liquid cosmetics contain an average of 60–80% water, an ingredient with an energy and environmental cost to transport. A solid weighs less and takes up less space. 3. More concentrated ingredients Without the “diluting” water, every gram of solid contains more functional ingredients (oils, butters, surfactants, extracts). The result is a more concentrated product by weight. Trade-offs to be aware of: A different usage routine: you need to activate it with water and store it somewhere dry between uses An initial adjustment period: if you’re used to traditional cosmetics with silicones, the first 2–3 washes may feel different to the touch. That’s normal—the hair is “resetting” without the silicone coating A seemingly higher price per unit: when you factor in the 60 actual uses, however, the cost per wash is competitive with premium bottled cosmetics

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