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FAQ
Welcome to the 4-Starlings FAQ page! Here, you’ll find answers to common questions about our natural, handcrafted soaps made with love in Poland. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us – we’re happy to help!
Shampoo and Conditioner Bar
Nothing easier! Wet the bar under running water, rub a few times in your hands to lather it up, and wash your hair and scalp. You can also use a mug shampooing method: scrape a bit off the bar and put it in a container you can cover with a lid. Add water, close the lid, and shake vigorously. Now you've got a bunch of lather that is milder and the shampoo bar will last you much longer. It's a perfect method for people with a sensitive scalp prone to
The difference between a solid shampoo bar and a soap bar lies in their formulations and intended use. While both are solid and often look similar, they serve distinct purposes. Specifically formulated for hair care, solid shampoo bars contain ingredients tailored to cleanse and nourish hair. They often include ingredients like surfactants, oils, and conditioning agents suitable for hair types. Traditional soap bars are formulated for cleansing the body. They may have a higher pH level and contain moisturizing agents suitable for the skin, but not necessarily designed for the unique needs of hair.
Shampoos – slighty acidic / neutral pH
Soap bars - alkaline pH
Wet the bar under running water, rub about a dozen times or less in your hands, and gently massage the obtained emulsion
into your hair. You can also try gently running the damp bar along your wet hair strands. Then rinse with warm water and put the bar away to dry. Avoid eye area. Store in a cool, dry place.
Soap Bar and Liquid Soap
Wet the bar under running water, rub a few times in your hands to lather it up, and then wash the entire body.
Our liquid soaps have short, natural compositions and ecological, glass packaging. Thanks to the thick formula, the cosmetics are also exceptionally efficient. In our assortment you will find variants that take care of the needs of problematic skin, which requires exceptional care and special gentleness. Hypoallergenic soap is intended for sensitive people, atopic people and people whose skin is prone to allergies. It does not contain ingredients that can cause skin irritation, nor does it contain any fragrances. The liquid Tar described above has helped many people cure skin diseases that other preparations could not cope with. And Kiddo thanks to its minimalist and well-thought-out composition, can be used from the first day of life. The addition of marigold and ribwort macerates ensures an optimal balance between cleansing, soothing and caring for the skin of the youngest.
Cream Deodorant
Just massage in a small (comparable to a pea-sized) amount with your hand or a spatula. It’s enough to cover the skin under the armpit. It's worth remembering to use deodorant sparingly rather than excessively during a single application. A thinner layer will be absorbed more quickly, reducing the chances of potential marks on clothing. This will also increase the efficiency of the deodorant. A jar of cream deo can last for 4-5 months of daily use. Before putting clothes on, wait for the applied cream to dry/absorb.
In Four Starlings we work in harmony with nature, so we decided to create a healthy alternative to antiperspirants. Our natural deodorant doesn’t block the natural process of sweating, but it eliminates its unpleasant effects: excessive moisture and disagreeable smells. Deo will let your skin finally breathe and freely remove unwanted substances from your body. On the ingredient list you'll find absorbing agents (potato starch, arrowroot, diatomaceous earth, and white clay), neutralising agents (sodium bicarbonate) as well as regenerating and soothing agents (shea butter, coconut oil and sweet almond oil).
Baking soda is effective at neutralizing odors because it is alkaline, which helps to balance the pH level on the skin and makes it less hospitable for odor-causing bacteria. Unfortunately, it can cause irritation in people with very sensitive skin, which is why we have two versions of our deodorants: with baking soda and delicate ones, where this ingredient has been replaced with magnesium hydroxide, which is gentler on the skin.
People with Special Needs
Each of our products is suitable from the age of 3, however there is a range of cosmetics that we have specially tested for newborn care. These are theTeddy Bear and Kiddo soap,Duckling Massage Oil andSupercream Buckhorn Plantain, which can be used from the first day of life.
Our products do not contain any ingredients that are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, but because both of these periods are unique in a woman's life, we always recommend an individual approach and, in case of doubt, consultation with the doctor.
Skin with special needs requires... special treatment. When creating our natural cosmetics, we aim for minimalistic yet effective formulas. We also always have in mind people who choose them because of their gentleness.
Birch tar is a substance obtained naturally during the process of dry distillation of birch wood. It occurs in the form of an oily liquid with a dark color, characterized by a sharp smell, but above all by invaluable properties: anti-dandruff, antifungal, disinfectant, anti-itching, antiseptic and antiparasitic. In addition, tar has a soothing and caring effect, which has a positive effect on the well-being of people struggling with skin problems such as: severe dandruff, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, acne. Check our soap bar,liquid soap and shampoo bar.
You will find artisan soaps for literally every skin type. In addition to their cleansing functions, they can also boast valuable values in the skin care ritual. In the case of problematic skin, we recommend our beloved Birch Tar with an original scent and the invaluable, antiseptic Charcoal. They will soothe inflammation and thoroughly cleanse the skin, thus reducing redness and soothing pimples. For sensitive skin, we wholeheartedly recommend Teddy Bear with lanolin or its vegan equivalent. These are our most delicate
bars - their minimalist, classic composition means that they can be successfully used by the whole family - both adults and children from the 1st day of life.
The unique creamy formula of our deodorant hidden in a glass jar has won the hearts of many and has permanently replaced classic antiperspirants in their cosmetic bags, being a healthier, natural alternative for them.
Fragrance-free versions will appeal to lovers and admirers of neutral, natural and noninvasive (non-)fragrances.
Despite the lack of any essential oils, it will easily cope with overshadowing, and in most cases, with complete neutralization of the unpleasant
smell of sweat. You can choose between a variant with baking soda and a delicate option, in which the soda has been replaced with magnesium hydroxide.