Kaffir Lime Shampoo and Conditioner Recipes

It's great that you're making use of your kaffir limes! Using natural ingredients like kaffir lime in hair care can be very beneficial. Here are some guidelines for the shampoo recipe provided earlier and a suggested recipe for a kaffir lime conditioner.

Kaffir Lime Shampoo (Based on Staff Suggestion)

The formula suggested by the staff uses a Sulfate-Free Shampoo Base to create foam and cleanse gently, combined with kaffir lime juice/water and preservatives for stability.

Suggested Formula Components:

• Sulfate-Free Shampoo Base (e.g., Sulfate Free No-Tear Shampoo Base, Sulfate Free Shampoo Base): 30%
• Kaffir Lime Juice/Water (น้ำมะกรูด)
• Preservatives (e.g., Phenonip P4, Mild Preserved Eco): 1% each
• Water (ส่วนที่เหลือ)

Mixing Steps:

1. Combine the "Water (ส่วนที่เหลือ)" and the "Kaffir Lime Juice/Water (น้ำมะกรูด)". Mix well.
2. Gently add the Sulfate-Free Shampoo Base to the water/kaffir lime mixture. Stir slowly to incorporate without creating excessive foam.
3. Once the base is fully mixed, add the preservatives (Phenonip P4 and Mild Preserved Eco). Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed.
4. Check the pH and adjust if necessary (shampoo pH is typically slightly acidic, around 5.0-6.0).

Amount of Kaffir Lime Juice/Water:

The exact percentage for "Kaffir Lime Juice/Water (น้ำมะกรูด)" was not specified in the original suggestion. You can determine this based on your preference for the kaffir lime concentration. The "Kaffir Lime Juice/Water" and "Water (ส่วนที่เหลือ)" together form the water phase. A starting point could be using Kaffir Lime Juice/Water at 5-10% of the total formula. The "Water (ส่วนที่เหลือ)" would then be the amount needed to bring the total formula to 100% after accounting for the Shampoo Base and preservatives.

Kaffir Lime Conditioner Recipe

To make a kaffir lime conditioner using your homemade kaffir lime cream, you will need a conditioning agent and an emulsifier to combine the water and oil phases (if your cream contains oil), along with water and a preservative.

Here is a basic recipe using Hair-Cond™ 0949, which is a conditioning additive:

Suggested Formula:

• Water: 79%
• Your Homemade Kaffir Lime Cream: 15% (You can adjust this percentage based on the consistency and strength you desire)
• Hair-Cond™ 0949: 5%
• Preservative (e.g., Phenonip P4): 1%

Mixing Steps:

1. Combine the Water and your Homemade Kaffir Lime Cream in a container. Mix well until the cream is dispersed.
2. Gently heat the mixture if necessary to help incorporate the cream, but do not exceed 40°C (104°F) when adding Hair-Cond™ 0949.
3. Add Hair-Cond™ 0949 slowly to the mixture while stirring continuously until evenly distributed.
4. Add the Preservative (Phenonip P4) and mix thoroughly.
5. Check the pH and adjust if necessary (conditioner pH is typically slightly acidic, around 4.5-5.5) to ensure stability and hair compatibility.

This conditioner recipe provides a starting point. You may need to experiment with the percentage of your kaffir lime cream to achieve the desired texture and conditioning effect. Remember to always include a preservative to ensure the product is safe and lasts longer, especially when using natural ingredients.