Conventional Shampoo vs. Readily Biodegradable Soap: Why the Switch Matters
When you’re off-grid, every drop of water—and everything in it—matters. Most conventional shampoos are packed with synthetic surfactants and chemicals that make your hair feel squeaky clean but come at a cost to both your health and the environment.
That’s why we partnered with Stream2Sea, a company whose mission is to protect our oceans and waterways, to create our Infinity Shampoo & Body Wash—a readily biodegradable alternative that works just as hard, but much more responsibly.
🧴 What’s in Conventional Shampoo?
Typical shampoos rely on foaming agents like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES). They’re effective at breaking down oils, but they can also strip away your skin’s natural barrier and linger in waterways long after they swirl down the drain. These ingredients often take months—or even years—to biodegrade, leaving behind residues that harm aquatic life and pollute groundwater.
🌿 What Makes a Soap “Readily Biodegradable”?
“Readily biodegradable” means a product breaks down quickly and completely in natural environments—usually within 28 days—without leaving harmful residues behind. Stream2Sea’s formulas use plant-based surfactants and naturally derived ingredients that are gentle on skin, safe for marine life, and designed to return to the earth as cleanly as possible.
🚿 Why It Matters for You (and Your Infinity Shower)
Our Infinity Shampoo & Body Wash isn’t just better for the planet—it’s better for your system, too. The low-suds, clean-rinsing formula keeps your Infinity Shower’s filtration loop running efficiently, preventing buildup and residue that conventional soaps can leave behind. That means less maintenance, cleaner water, and a longer-lasting system.
🌎 A Better Clean, Inside and Out
Making the switch to a biodegradable soap is one of the simplest ways to reduce your impact. You still get that fresh, clean feeling—without the harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrance, or environmental footprint. Whether you’re camping, overlanding, or living full-time off-grid, it’s one small change that makes a big difference.
