Formula: 10301 | Difficulty level: beginner | Shelf life: min 3 months | pH optimal: 5.0-5.5 |
Phase | Ingredients | Dosage % | Total 250 gr |
A | Gentle Base surfactant | 40 | 100 gr |
A | Hydralay surfactant | 5 | 12,5 gr |
A | Lauryl surfactant | 10 | 25 gr |
A | Coco-betain surfactant | 5 | 12,5 gr |
A | Glycerin | 7 | 17,5 gr |
B | Pure / distilled water | 32,4 | 81 gr |
C | Cosgard | 0,6 | 1,5 gr |
D | Lactic Acid | as required | for pH 5.0-5.5 |
1. Gently heat the ingredients of phase A in a heatproof glass on a water bath. Mix slowly, thoroughly in the meantime. When a homogeneous paste has formed, remove from heat.
2. Gradually add the ingredient of phase B to phase A, mix well and set aside to cool to below 40°C.
3. Add phase C ingredient and slowly homogenise, avoiding over-foaming.
4. Measure the pH value and if necessary adjust with lactic acid to 5.0-5.5
5. Transfer to the dedicated bottle. Shampoo will clear up on the next day.
A neutral, fragrance-free, sulphate-free shampoo formulated with mild tensides, generally suitable for all hair types. It can be used as it is or can be customized with various specific hair care actives. These actives are included in phase C and the water dosage is decreased accordingly.