Home Made Pearlized Shampoo Formulation and Properties

Asked by: cosmecareshop On: October 29, 2013 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I would like to create a home-made shampoo for sale with the following desired properties:

  • Pearlized texture
  • Makes hair soft, tangle-free, and helps solve tangled hair problems
  • Adds weight to hair and reduces split ends
  • Helps promote new hair growth and reduces hair loss

Could you please provide a formula, method, and a list of ingredients available on your website?

Also, how can I contact you for wholesale pricing?

Answer

Home Made Pearlized Shampoo Formulation Guide

Thank you for your interest in making your own pearlized shampoo for sale. Based on your requirements for soft, tangle-free hair, added weight, reduced split ends, and promoting new hair growth/reducing hair loss, here is a basic formulation guide using ingredients available on our website.

  • (Please note: I cannot view the attached image. Also, for wholesale inquiries, please check the contact information directly on the website as I am an AI and cannot provide this.)*

This is a simple formula suitable for small-scale production or testing. Commercial production may require more complex formulations and extensive testing.

Recommended Ingredients and Their Functions:

  • SweetWash™ Hair: A ready-to-use shampoo base that helps with cleansing and fragrance retention.
  • emulPearl™ (Pearlizer, Dispersed Liquid): Provides the desired pearlized appearance.
  • Hair-Cond™ SM: A silicone emulsion that adds softness, reduces tangling, and improves wet and dry combability.
  • Poly-Conditioner Pro: A silicone-free conditioning polymer that helps make hair soft and smooth and can also contribute to thickening.
  • Hydrolyzed Keratin (Liquid, Deodorized): A protein that helps repair damaged hair, adds strength, and improves texture.
  • Minoxil™ (Diaminopyrimidine Oxide): An active ingredient known to help reduce hair loss and stimulate hair growth.
  • EasyThick ™: A thickener to adjust the viscosity of the shampoo.
  • Mild Preserved™ COS: A broad-spectrum preservative to protect the product from microbial growth.
  • Fragrance and Color (Optional): To add scent and visual appeal.

Basic Formula Structure (Example Percentage Ranges):

  • SweetWash™ Hair: 40-50%
  • Water: 30-40%
  • emulPearl™ (Pearlizer, Dispersed Liquid): 2-5%
  • Hair-Cond™ SM: 0.5-1.5%
  • Poly-Conditioner Pro: 0.2-0.5%
  • Hydrolyzed Keratin (Liquid, Deodorized): 1-3%
  • Minoxil™ (Diaminopyrimidine Oxide): 0.5-1%
  • EasyThick ™: 3-8% (Adjust based on desired thickness)
  • Mild Preserved™ COS: 0.75-1.5%
  • Fragrance, Color: q.s. (quantum satis - as needed)

  • (Note: The total percentage should add up to 100%. Adjust water percentage based on other ingredient percentages.)*

Simple Mixing Instructions:

  1. In a suitable container, combine SweetWash™ Hair and Water. Stir gently until well mixed. Avoid creating too much foam.
  2. Add emulPearl™ (Pearlizer, Dispersed Liquid) and stir until the pearl effect is evenly dispersed.
  3. Add Hair-Cond™ SM, Poly-Conditioner Pro, Hydrolyzed Keratin (Liquid, Deodorized), and Minoxil™ (Diaminopyrimidine Oxide). Stir gently until fully incorporated.
  4. Slowly add EasyThick ™ while stirring. Continue stirring until the desired thickness is achieved. Gentle heating (around 80°C) may help EasyThick ™ dissolve if needed, but ensure other ingredients are added after cooling below 45°C.
  5. Add Mild Preserved™ COS and stir.
  6. Add Fragrance and Color (if using) and stir until evenly distributed.
  7. Check the pH of the final product and adjust if necessary (typically shampoo pH is around 5.5-6.5). Citric Acid or Lactic Acid can be used to lower pH, and Sodium Hydroxide solution to raise pH.
  8. Package the shampoo into clean containers.

Remember to perform stability and safety testing before selling any product.