Request for Hair Dye Shampoo Formula and Ingredient Substitutions

Asked by: ploy_praphawarin On: July 19, 2020 Product Type: Cosmetics Answered

Question

Please help provide a hair dye shampoo formula.
(How many % approximately need to be used, and if any item is unavailable, can it be changed to another one?)

List 1

  1. Water
  2. Propylene Glycol
  3. Disodium EDTA
  4. Cetearyl glucoside
  5. Isopropyl palmitate
  6. Squalane
  7. Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane
  8. 2,4-diaminophenoxyethanol
  9. Resorcinol
  10. Isoascorbic acid
  11. Fragrance
  12. Ammonium hydroxide

List 2

  1. Water
  2. Disodium EDTA
  3. Cetearyl glucoside
  4. Phosphoric acid
  5. Hydrogen peroxide
  6. Fragrance
  7. Ammonium hydroxide

Thank you.

Answer

Hair Dyeing Shampoo Formulation

Thank you for providing the ingredient lists. Based on the ingredients you listed, it appears you are looking for a formula for a two-part hair dyeing system, which typically consists of a dye base and a developer. This is different from a simple shampoo formula as it involves chemical reactions to color the hair.

Formulating hair dye products requires careful consideration of ingredient compatibility, safety, and the desired color outcome.

We searched our product catalog for the ingredients you listed. We found several ingredients or close alternatives:

  • Propylene Glycol
  • Disodium EDTA
  • Ceteareth-20, which can function similarly to Cetearyl glucoside as an emulsifier.
  • Isopropyl Palmitate
  • Squalane
  • Cyclopentasiloxane, which is a volatile silicone often used in place of Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane.
  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), which is an antioxidant and could potentially serve a similar purpose to Isoascorbic acid.
  • Hydrogen Peroxide Gel (15%, Stabilized)

However, key components essential for the hair dyeing process, such as specific dye precursors (like 2,4-diaminophenoxyethanol and Resorcinol) and the main alkalizing agent (Ammonium hydroxide), were not found in our current product selection. Phosphoric acid, used in the developer, was also not found.

Without these critical dyeing ingredients, it is not possible to provide a complete and functional hair dyeing formula from the available products. The percentages of ingredients in hair dye are highly dependent on the specific dyes used and the desired color, and require precise formulation for safety and effectiveness.

For safe and reliable hair coloring, it is generally recommended to use commercially available hair dye products which are professionally formulated and tested. If you are interested in developing hair dye products, it is advisable to consult with a cosmetic chemist specializing in hair color formulations who can guide you on sourcing appropriate ingredients and developing safe and effective formulas.

Answer Update
Updated Review: May 2026

This section was added after reviewing the original answer against current product availability and formulation knowledge at the stated point in time.

As of May 17, 2026, we have updated our inventory, and several key ingredients for permanent hair dye formulations mentioned in our previous response are now available.

Specifically, Resorcinol (listed as 'Resocinol' in your query) and 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol HCl (DPE), which are crucial couplers for developing hair color, can now be found in our catalog. Additionally, another dye intermediate, N-Phenyl-p-phenylenediamine sulfate, is also available.

While this allows for more complete formulation possibilities, creating safe and effective hair dye requires precise knowledge and expertise. We still recommend consulting with a professional cosmetic chemist to ensure proper ingredient ratios, safety, and desired results.

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Amount Calculation Hair Coloring Hair Dye Shampoo Ingredient Substitution Two-Part Hair Dye System