Form, Mixing, and Ratio of Lauric Acid in Shampoo

# Lauric Acid in Shampoo

Lauric acid is a white, crystalline, powdery substance with a faint odor.

It is commonly used in cosmetic formulations, including shampoos, primarily for its ability to contribute to foaming and cleansing.

However, as a solid fatty acid, lauric acid is not typically mixed directly into a finished shampoo product. It is usually incorporated during the manufacturing process as part of the surfactant system or saponified base to create the shampoo formulation from scratch. Therefore, there isn't a simple method or standard ratio for adding pure lauric acid powder to an existing shampoo.

Its usage percentage in a formulation would depend on the overall recipe and desired properties.