Eggs
It's All About the Yolk
Eggs are one of nature’s most balanced foods, containing protein, fats, and a wide range of naturally occurring vitamins and minerals. They’re considered a complete protein and have long been valued for their versatility — both in the kitchen and in traditional personal care.
In hair and skin care, eggs are often associated with conditioning and softness. Egg yolks, in particular, contain natural fats and lecithin, which are known for their ability to support moisture and contribute to a smooth, supple feel.
We use egg yolks — and plenty of them — in our Honey, Beer & Egg Shampoo, a bar formulated for dry hair, coarse textures, curls, coils, body, bounce, and frizz.
Egg Yolks in Natural Soap & Shampoo Bars
If you’ve ever baked bread, made custard, or mixed a batter, you already know how eggs contribute richness and structure. In soap and shampoo bars, egg yolks play a similar supporting role — but through the lens of formulation rather than nutrition.
During cold-process soapmaking, the fats in egg yolks react with lye and become fully incorporated into the bar through saponification. Rather than acting as a topical treatment, egg yolks become part of the soap itself, influencing how the bar feels, lathers, and performs during use.
While egg yolks add quality to a natural soap or shampoo bar, they won’t transform it into a complex skincare product — and they don’t need to. Their value lies in how they enhance the character of the bar.
What Egg Yolks Contribute to Natural Soap & Shampoo Bars
- Rich, Creamy Lather: Egg yolks contribute to a dense, creamy lather that feels smooth and gentle on your skin
- Conditioning Feel: When the natural fats in egg yolks are incorporated during soapmaking, they create a bar that feels gentler and more conditioning — especially appreciated by dry hair and scalp.
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Cushioning Lather: Egg yolks help produce a richer, thicker, creamier lather, which reduces friction and helps washing feel gentler on your skin.
- Improved Texture & Bar Quality: Egg yolks add body and richness to the formula, contributing to a smooth, well-rounded bar that feels substantial in the hand and during use.
- Support for Dry, Coarse, or Textured Hair: In shampoo bars, the conditioning nature of egg yolks helps counteract dryness and roughness, making hair feel softer and more manageable — particularly for curly, coily, or coarse hair types.
Why We Use Egg Yolks (Not Whites)
We use egg yolks only, because that’s where the fats and lecithin are found. Egg whites are primarily protein and water, which do not contribute in the same way once the soapmaking process is complete.
Our egg yolks come from certified organic, free-range eggs, chosen for their quality and consistency.
The Takeaway
Egg yolks are used in our Honey, Beer & Egg Shampoo because they add richness, conditioning, and structure to the bar. They improve the lather and texture, helping create a formula that supports softness, body, and manageability — especially for dry or textured hair.
Like many food-based ingredients, egg yolks earn their place in soapmaking by shaping the feel, lather, and overall quality of the finished shampoo bar.
