Guest Travel-size Shampoo

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CREATIVE BRIEF: Guest Travel-Size Shampoo
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PRODUCT ARCHETYPE: The Thoughtful Utility
CORE TRUTH: A unique soap-based shampoo that combines real saponified oils with gentle cleansers for a genuinely different guest experience.
DATE CREATED: 2025-08-09
LAST UPDATED: 2025-01-20 - Andy - Focused on saponified soap base as key differentiator, corrected ingredients focus
SEASONAL STATUS: Year-round

I. VISUAL STORYTELLING:
* **Inspiration Shot:** Matching shampoo and conditioner bottles on marble vanity with property logo visible.
* **Texture Shot:** Creamy, rich lather showing the soap-based formula difference.
* **"The Craft" Shot:** Small-batch filling station with rows of bottles being capped.

II. EVOCATIVE SOCIAL PROOF:
* **Featured Testimonial:** Focus on gentle formula and guest satisfaction when available.

III. CURATED PAIRINGS:
* **"Complete the Ritual" Section:** Matching conditioner and shower gel for cohesive amenity program.

IV. FAQ CONTENT BRIEF:
* **Targeted Questions:** Why soap-based shampoo, shelf life, custom scent options.

V. SEO & SEMANTIC TARGETS:
* **Primary Search Intent:** Hotels seeking premium guest shampoo that's actually different.
* **Key Semantic Keywords:** hotel shampoo, guest amenities, soap-based shampoo, travel size, hospitality supplies.
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Real soap meets modern shampoo in a little bottle that changes everything.

This isn't your typical hotel shampoo. We start with real saponified oils of olive, coconut, castor, and jojoba. Yes, actual soap as the foundation. Then we enhance it with gentle coconut-derived cleansers for better performance on all hair types. The result? A shampoo that cleans like modern formulas but nourishes like old-fashioned soap.

Most shampoos are pure detergent. Ours begins with the same cold-process soap base we use in our bars, then adds just enough modern chemistry to make it work perfectly as shampoo. Aloe vera gel soothes, vegetable glycerin conditions, and citrus extract brightens. It's the best of both worlds in a one-ounce bottle.

"We make our shampoo the hard way: starting with real soap. Hotel guests are used to harsh detergents. Give them this instead and watch them notice."

Why You'll Love The Guest Travel-Size Shampoo

• Real soap base: Saponified oils of olive, coconut, castor, and jojoba provide gentle, nourishing cleansing.
• Enhanced for modern hair: Mild coconut-derived surfactants boost performance without harsh chemicals.
• Actually conditions while cleaning: The soap base plus aloe and glycerin leave hair soft, not stripped.
• Guest memorable: They'll notice this isn't typical hotel shampoo from the first lather.
• Professional presentation: Bottles with clean labels that elevate your amenity program.

Available Scents

Ash & Wildwood (Mt. Ashland)

Grounding, woodsy, distinctly Pacific Northwest. Scent source: essential oils plus phthalate-free fragrance.

Cozy Oatmeal Milk & Honey

Warm and comforting, our most requested. Scent source: phthalate-free fragrance.

Rancher's / Camp

Fresh outdoor blend, naturally bug-minded. Scent source: pure essential oils.

Refreshing Lemon Verbena

Bright citrus-herbal lift to start the day. Scent source: pure essential oils.

Relaxing Herbal Lavender

Classic calming lavender. Scent source: pure essential oils.

Uplifting Eucalyptus Mint

Cool, spa-like, and refreshing. Scent source: pure essential oils.

Zesty Lemongrass and Lime

Crisp tropical citrus blend. Scent source: pure essential oils.

Why We Start With Soap

Most commercial shampoos are 100% synthetic detergent. We take a different approach. By starting with saponified oils (real soap), we create a gentler base that actually nourishes while it cleans. The sodium coco sulfate and coconut betaine we add aren't the main show; they just help the soap work better on modern hair. Think of it as your grandmother's gentle soap married to modern science. Without the harsh SLS divorce.

Key Ingredients

Saponified Olive Oil

The foundation. Creates gentle, moisturizing cleanse that respects hair's natural oils.

Saponified Coconut Oil

Adds cleansing power and helps create stable lather.

Saponified Castor & Jojoba Oils

Conditioning oils that help hair feel soft and manageable.

Aloe Vera Gel

Soothes scalp and adds slip for easier combing.

Vegetable Glycerin

Natural humectant that helps hair retain moisture.

Specifications & Storage

• Bottle size: 1 fluid ounce (perfect for 2-5 day stays).
• Bottle color: Clear or white depending on current supplier availability. Let us know if you have a preference.
• Shelf life: 18-24 months when stored properly.
• Storage: Keep in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Case quantities: 100, 250, or 500 bottles... inquire for larger quantities we can work with you on pricing. 

Professional Label Options

• Stock Label: Clean Em'z Blendz branding, ready to deploy.
• Custom Label: Your property logo and details, kept on file for easy reorders.

Custom Branding Program

Create a cohesive amenity experience with custom-labeled bottles. Our one-time setup fee covers ALL guest toiletry products: shampoos, conditioners, shower gels, soaps, and lotions. Your design stays on file permanently for seamless reordering.

• Brand consistency: Your logo on every amenity bottle.
• Professional presentation: Elevates your property's perceived value.
• Simple reordering: No setup fees on future orders.

Need a logo? Our in-house design team can create one for your property. Design fees vary based on complexity. Contact us to discuss your vision.

Ready to start? Visit our Custom Label Initial Setup page.

Use & Housekeeping Notes

Place bottles at the vanity or in shower according to your standards. One bottle typically lasts 2-5 days depending on hair length and guest habits. The soap-based formula creates rich lather, so guests need less than with typical shampoo. Store cases in a cool, dry area and rotate stock first-in, first-out.

Complete Your Ritual

Pair this shampoo with our matching Guest Travel-Size Conditioner and Bath & Shower Gel in the same scent for a cohesive amenity program. All three products start with the same soap base, creating a consistent, gentle experience that guests will remember. Some properties report guests asking where they can buy these products for home. That's when you know you've chosen right.

Volume Pricing

Give your guests shampoo that starts with real soap. Order today.