Jack59

🌟 Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day 🌟

Today, we recognize the resilience, strength, and vibrant culture of Indigenous peoples - here in Canada and across the world!

Our entire business has been a practice in blending tradition with innovation, with the goal of encouraging a sustainable future for all. Leaning into our heritage, listening to the knowledge held within it and applying it in today's world of needless additives and wasteful plastics is what inspired this whole journey - one we proudly maintain today. 🌿✨

"Our goal is to create eco-friendly hair care products that not only respect the earth but also pay homage to the rich traditions of Indigenous culture." - Vanessa Marshall, Founder of Jack59

Read Vanessa's interview on Profit Reimagined and hear what advice she has for budding Indigenous entrepreneurs and her ever-evolving plan for the future. Hers is just one of so many inspiring journeys of the Indigenous innovators that continue to share incredible stories, do outstanding things - proving that there is a need for Indigenous leaders in all industries.

As always, we encourage you to support Indigenous businesses, artists and voices, learn their stories, and share with others.

Link in our bio or read here: https://profitreimagined.com/articles/jack59-eco-friendly-hair-care-that-honors-indigenous-traditions/

Leah Joseph, PhD from the Squamish Nation founded Sḵwálwen Botanicals to offer plant-based skincare and wellness products. Inspired by Indigenous knowledge and practices, her products promote holistic wellness and honour the connection to nature. 🌼🌱

Shop Indigenous this month, and every month after, to support your local communities and inspire future generations of makers to share their traditionally inspired products with the world!

Founded by Ian Gladue from Wabasca's Bigstone Cree Nation, offers traditionally smoked meats and pemmican, "Elder Approved" and crafted with love and cultural connection. Ian’s passion for sharing Indigenous foods stems from family traditions and the desire to restore and preserve North American Indigenous culture. 🍖✨

Shop Indigenous, support local, and share all of your favourite Indigenous brands!

Patrice Mousseau, from the Fort William First Nation, started Satya Organic Skin Care when her infant daughter suffered from eczema in order to create natural skincare solutions rooted in Indigenous medicine and to avoid topical steroids where possible. Her products are effective, gentle, and crafted with a deep respect for traditional healing practices. 🌿💧

Support Indigenous businesses, not only during Indigenous Heritage Month, but every month! Find out what impact this has on our blog - linked in bio!

Created by Mya Beaudry, a talented youth from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation, Kokom Scrunchies adds a touch of Indigenous style to your look with handmade scrunchies. The vibrant fabrics used are inspired by traditional Indigenous patterns, blending modern fashion with cultural heritage. Each product is lovingly named after Indigenous Role Models in Mya's life.

Get your hands on some of the most beautiful accessories we have ever tried at kokomscrunchies.ca!

Read more about how supporting Indigenous Brands builds our communities and supports local economies on our blog!

This past weekend was World Oceans Day, and in case you missed it, head to our blog to find out what we do in each and every practice to protect our precious oceans from further damage. All businesses have a responsibility to make positive change in their industries if we want to make larger impacts - regardless if they operate in an under-regulated space like the beauty industry. Eco-friendly alternatives to nearly everything exist and can be successfully crafted without sacrificing quality, efficacy or budgets - we are proof! Providing more sustainable options for consumers allows for less overwhelm in choosing earth-friendly products, taking the pressure off of shoppers and rightfully placing it on those responsible for producing the products that we use every day.

Delight in the unique flavors of Tee P*e Treats Indigenous Cuisine , where traditional Indigenous recipes meet modern culinary excellence. This local gem offers a variety of treats that honour and celebrate Indigenous culinary heritage. Curtis' story is one that inspires, so definitely take a moment to read about his journey to Tee P*e Treats and the incredible philanthropy he does within the communities he serves!

Check out our latest blog to learn how supporting Indigenous brands uplifts and supports our communities and economies!

Mallory Yawnghwe, from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation, created Indigenous Box to uplift Indigenous entrepreneurs. This subscription box service curates products from Indigenous artisans, connecting them to new customers and promoting economic reconciliation. Each box is a celebration of Indigenous ingenuity and cultural richness. 📦❤️

Read about how supporting Indigenous Businesses impacts the economy, our communities and inspires other creators to follow their dreams on our blog!

🎉 Celebrate National Indigenous History Month by supporting Indigenous businesses! 🎉 When you purchase from Indigenous entrepreneurs, you invest in the future of diverse communities and economies.

Join us in recognizing and celebrating the resilience and diversity of Indigenous communities by supporting their businesses. Together, we can make a difference!

Follow along this month while we share some stories of a handful of our favourite Indigenous brands and the inspiring entrepreneurs behind them! You can read our latest blog to learn more about how you can contribute to this positive change. (link in our bio!)

Today is World Environment Day! At Jack59, we are proud to lead by example, demonstrating that it is possible to create high-quality beauty products without compromising our commitment to the environment. This World Environment Day (and every other day, of course), we urge businesses to make conscious choices that support sustainability - making earth friendly products more widely available for consumers. Together, we can make a difference and ensure a brighter, greener future for generations to come.

Link In Our Bio: Check out our blog post to learn more about the impacts of the beauty industry on the planet, and how we can all take steps to ensuring the health of the only home we have.

Last week, we had the incredible opportunity to join Sobeys at their headquarters in YYC to celebrate Indigenous culture and the strong relationships they're building with independent, local brands by bringing products crafted by Indigenous people to broader consumers. We're beyond proud to have received the Local Supplier Diversity Award in 2023, and this year, we celebrated Mitsoh as the new award recipient!

A huge congratulations to Ian Gladue and Brandon Markiw of Mitsoh, who were presented the award by Gary Hughes. If you haven’t tried their Pemmican yet, RUN to Sobeys - it is incredible.

Sobeys is truly leading the way in inclusivity and support for Indigenous brands. Let's continue to uplift and celebrate Indigenous entrepreneurship!

🚨 SALE ALERT! 🚨 May 16th & 17th, get 20% off all Gift Sets at Jack59! Treat yourself or your loved ones to our luxurious shampoo and conditioner bars, complete with a compostable shower container. Offer valid in our store at 9803 47 Ave. NW, Edmonton (open Thursday & Friday 9am-5pm) and online. at jack59.ca. This offer is not available at independent retailers that stock our products. Don't miss out!

Simple but fabulous, Naked conditioner bar contains the same hair-loving ingredients of our other bars but we have left out the scent and color. Naked, the way we all start our journey into this beautiful world.

Aerin loves NAKED! - “This is the best hair product for sensitive immune systems that I've found to date. No scent, no ingredients that cause a reaction (for me), and my hair is smooth, shiny, and tangle-free. The conditioner doesn't provide enough slip to comb through during application, but distributing it with my fingers seems to do the job. No built up, no waxiness, nothing I don't want. I just bought my third bar.”

Naked shampoo bar offers you a ticket to shiny beautiful hair without added fragrance or color. This line is for anyone with sensitive skin and/or a sense of smell. Allantoin is a keratolytic, which adds to scalp care for those with dry, itchy or flaking skin.

Here’s what Ruth has to say - “NO MORE ITCH! I am sensitive to so many ingredients in shampoos. This includes some that are natural. The Naked Shampoo Bar is clean! And, leaves my hair so soft. I have long hair, this shampoo also cut way back on the tangling in the wind. After a few weeks with this shampoo I must say it is the best product I have ever used on my hair and that is saying something because I am 69 years old!”

Jacked 3-in-1 is infused with caffeine, cedarwood, and peppermint and is guaranteed to give you that extra fresh and energized feeling, like the one you'd get from your first cup of coffee in the morning. This versatile bar is designed for people with short hair who love convenience. It's the master of multi-tasking, providing gentle washing, scalp care, skin and hair conditioning, proteins, vitamins, and beneficial essential oils all in one unit. Jacked 3-in-1 is perfect for combating itchy, flaky scalp and skin while delivering essential moisture. It's suitable for short hair, beards, and the whole body, making it an ideal replacement for multiple products. This bar also works as a cushy barrier for shaving on the face, scalp, and body, offering a comfortable and moisturizing shaving experience.

We lol's at Philip's review of Jacked: "Great soap, makes my dome and furface look decent. I smell amazing, my dogs love it."

Enjoy vacation life every day, Island Tropics conditioner bar will bring the island life to your morning routine. Now you can maintain that tropical hydration the islands offer every day. Fortify and strengthen your hair with bamboo extract and bask in the shine provided by jojoba.

Victoria is an Island Tropics convert - “I used the shampoo and conditioner bar for the first time last night and they made my hair weightless but very smooth and soft. I did not even have to put on my hair oil after the shower! The last 3-4 inches of my hair was lightened from a level 5 to about a 9 so they have seen better days and after the use of these I could comb through no problem! I am converted!”

🕊️ Honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls 🕊️ Yesterday, we we spent time with loved ones in remembrance of those we've lost, reflecting on their stories and the ongoing fight for justice. As an Indigenous-owned business, this day resonates deeply with us and allows us to reflect on the progress we have made, as well as recalibrate for the long road that still lies ahead. We stand united with Indigenous communities, amplifying voices, and advocating for healing and empowerment. Let's turn words into action, supporting organizations and fostering inclusive spaces. Join us in learning, listening, and having crucial conversations. Together, we can build a future where Indigenous women are cherished, respected, and safe. For more on our reflections as we pass another milestone day for MMIWG visit our blog: www.jack59.ca/blogs/jack59-blog

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Take a vacation from boring and bring the beach to you. Or better yet, pack your bags and fly away to a tropical paradise and leave your cares behind (but don't forget your shampoo!). Island Tropics shampoo bar is a vacation waiting to happen. Bamboo extract and Pro-Vitamin B5 come together to strengthen, repair and nourish hair that has been damaged from treatments, sun or other elements.

From Sara - “Love, love it! Island Tropics shampoo bar has a luxuriously foamy and does a nice job of covering all my hair. I have thick, fine hair and it is nearly hip length; this shampoo covered all of it in a nice lather (root to ends) and didn't leave any funky residue nor dry it out. The scent is nice and not overwhelming.”

Our Energize conditioner bar is our most hydrating conditioner with a delicious combination of grapefruit and lime essential oils. Restore the luster and shine to dry, thick hair with the Energize conditioner bar. Increase hair strength, add radiance and shine, and soften with this perfect blend of proteins, nutrients, and oils.

Alaina says - “I have used this conditioner with the shampoo bar (same line) for about 2 years now and I am never going back to liquid hair products. I have very long, fine, straight hair so my ends get quite dry. I tried a few different bar conditioners on the market but none of them were able to moisturize and detangle my hair like the energize Jack59 conditioner bar. I wash my hair about 3-4 times per week, for reference, and one bar lasts me about 6 months. It’s so much cheaper than liquid hair products and there’s no plastic packaging. 10/10!”

Energize shampoo bar is a top choice for damaged hair, enriched with argan oil, renowned for adding radiance, softness, and shine. Bursting with natural antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and naturally occurring Vitamins C and E, this shampoo nourishes and rejuvenates your hair. The tantalizing scent of pink grapefruit and lime essential oils not only smells fabulous but also offers benefits for dry, processed, or damaged hair. In addition to its luxurious ingredients, this solid shampoo contains curly hair approved components to impart bounce and rejuvenation to thick, dry, and curly hair. Get ready to revitalize and transform your hair.

"Big fan of Jack59! I’ve been using the Energize shampoo and conditioner bars for about a year now. I have very fine, damage-prone hair with a pretty oily scalp and super dry ends, and other bar shampoos I’ve tried in the past left me with either hair that felt filmy and greasier than before I washed it or ends so dry I might as well have not have conditioned. Not these guys! They work as well as the $$$ salon products I used to use. This is the only bar shampoo I’ve ever tried that I’ve re-purchased, and I’d recommend it to anybody looking to switch." ~ Brittany

As Mother's Day approaches, it's time to honour the remarkable women who shape our lives with love, care, and endless support. This year, let's go beyond the usual flowers and chocolates. Our curated set is not just about products; it's about a heartfelt gesture, a token of gratitude for all the selfless love she pours into our lives. Each item in this set is handpicked to provide the ultimate self-care experience, reminding her how cherished she truly is.

We take pride in supporting local artisans, especially women entrepreneurs who infuse their passion into every creation. Our products are not just about quality; they're about making a positive impact on our planet. From compostable shower containers to eco-friendly haircare bars, every item in this set reflects our commitment to sustainability and supporting local communities.

Scroll or visit the link in our bio to see what's inside!

Rejoice in the ease of post-bath hair brushing when you use the Dreams conditioner bar. Made of all-natural, deeply nourishing conditioning ingredients, our bars work to infuse moisture to the cuticle itself. Kids love the Orange Creamsicle scent and can apply it themselves with the solid bar format.

From Rachel - “Absolutely love! Been using Jack59 for over two years now. Dreams shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in spray are amazing with a delicious fizzy orange scent. Leaves hair feeling soft and manageable. My new favourite!

Bath time is a blast with Dream Shampoo bars. The combination of the super luxurious lather and the uplifting, bright scent of Orange Creamsicle will have your little ones requesting extra hair washes rather than resisting them.

Take it from Stephanie, who says... "My girls and I love this shampoo. It smells so good and cleaned their hair so easily and for the first time they weren't difficult while I washed it for them. 100% recommend!"

Get the perfect curls without sacrificing your sustainability efforts! Citrus Shine conditioner bar is specially formulated for thick and curly hair. It contains Hydrolyzed Oats, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, and Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, which strengthen hair, improve volume, and provide a smooth, silky texture. The Citrus Sinensis and Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil offer an invigorating scent.

Here's what Jen thinks about the Citrus Shine Conditioner Bars - "Best conditioner ever for long, curly hair!! I've tried so many different brands in the past and this is the only one that doesn't leave my hair in knots."

Make Mother's Day extra special (and extra easy) this year! The only thing you need to do is pick which hair type mama best suits and add to cart! It will come beautifully arranged in a box - you can even take all the credit for hand selecting these beautiful products ;) We promise she will be so impressed that you might just win that "Favourite Child" status this year... You can find them on our website or hit the direct link in our bio!

We know the lifelong journey to finding the perfect products to make your natural textured hair not only manageable, but BEAUTIFUL. That's why we made Citrus Shine... Add softness and bounce to those luscious curls. Citrus Shine shampoo bar is your first step to rocking your curls. Infused with turmeric to stimulate hair growth, calendula to improve the health of your scalp and chamomile to help brighten your hair.

Take it from Colleen - "Love love love! So great for my 2c curly hair. Better for the environment without having to sacrifice on quality!"

Rock the hottest shades of blonde and silver with our Blonde Bombshell conditioner bar. This bar offers toning and conditioning without staining your hair or skin. This fresh watery green fragrance delicately combines notes of ocean mist and sea grass with agave nectar and coconut milk.

Kathryn loves these bars:

"I bought the blonde bombshell shampoo and conditioner bars. I was skeptical about how effective they would be-- I have been looking to reduce my plastic waste and that's what led me to trying the shampoo bars. I didn't know anything about shampoo bars and had never used them before. My hair is naturally blonde and very fine and if I don't blow dry it I have always struggled with it looking greasy with many shampoos and conditioners.

I am SUPER impressed with the Jack59 shampoo and conditioner bars. They work great, and are very easy to use. My hair has been super soft, silky, and clean, and I don't have the greasy problem anymore. Someone actually asked me if I had dyed my hair, because the blonde colour looked lighter.

The blonde bombshell bars smell really nice, too. I'm loving them so much I bought them for my sister and I have been raving about them to anyone who will listen. I actually can't wait to get through my current bars to try out the different versions and scents."

Elevate your haircare collection with our Blonde Bombshell Shampoo. This purple shampoo bar is designed to provide moisture-rich toning and is suitable for daily use or whenever your hair needs a vibrant boost. Its fresh, ocean clean fragrance combines the invigorating scents of ocean mist, sea grass, agave nectar, and coconut milk.

Amy uses Blonde Bombshell to maintain her pricey colour and eliminate staining from the hot tub chemicals:

"I love this Shampoo and the Bombshell Conditioner that goes along with it!

My blonde balayage hair (expensive) had turned green from hot tubs and this set fixed it! It only took 2 washes! Very happy with this line of bar Shampoos.

I looked into bar shampoo and needed a purple one for travel and found this brand, what a find!

I don't use anything else. The big bar of shampoo and conditioner are for home and I just procured the travel set and and refills for both conditioner and shampoo. So much better than bottles!"

Finish off your refreshing hair routine with the Amplify conditioner bar. It is loaded with shine boosters and essential oils for a delicious, soothing but invigorating scent profile, sure to help kick start your day.

Jorah says: "This bar will probably last me a full year! I frequently get compliments on the softness and health of my hair and I owe it all to this conditioner. As someone who can’t use strong scents, this conditioner has an amazing scent that is not overpowering but still nice. :)"

There is a reason Amplify is one of our most popular bars! Our Amplify shampoo bar will accent your natural assets by adding increased hair volume and tackling static. It is loaded with shine boosters and essential oils for a delicious, soothing scent of minty pine and a highlight of orange.

Take it from Becki with the good hair, who says: "I LOVE how lathery (is that a word???) this bar is. I’ve tried a few of the other bars, but this one lathers the most like shampoo and leaves my hair feeling fresh and clean!"