Shampoo Formula Suitability and Mixing Instructions

Regarding the shampoo formula you provided, here is an assessment of its suitability for different hair types and the mixing steps:

Suitability for Hair Types

The formula you have uses a combination of gentle surfactants, including Cocamidopropyl Betaine, AminoWash™ (Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate), and Mild-Wash™ (Sodium Lauroamphoacetate). This blend is designed to be mild and less likely to strip natural oils from the hair and scalp.

• For the adult (60+) with normal hair: This formula should be well-suited. Its gentle nature will cleanse effectively without causing dryness, which is ideal for normal hair without specific issues.
• For normal-to-oily hair: This formula might be too mild to effectively manage oiliness. While it will cleanse, individuals with normal-to-oily hair might find that their hair does not feel as clean or that oiliness returns quickly compared to using a formula specifically designed for oily hair. Using this single formula for both hair types means it will be a good fit for normal hair but potentially less effective for normal-to-oily hair.

If you need a single formula to work optimally for both, it would require adjusting the surfactant blend to increase cleansing power slightly, but this might reduce the mildness that is beneficial for normal hair. As the formula stands, it is better suited for normal hair.

Mixing Instructions

Here are the steps to mix the provided shampoo formula:

1. Measure the required amount of water in a container.
2. Add Disodium EDTA to the water and stir until it is completely dissolved.
3. Add AminoWash™ (Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate) powder to the water mixture and stir until dissolved.
4. Add Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Mild-Wash™ (Sodium Lauroamphoacetate) to the mixture. Stir gently to combine the surfactants, being careful to minimize the creation of excessive foam.
5. Add the natural herbal extracts and mix thoroughly.
6. Add Flora Foam™ (Dimethyl Lauramide/Myristamide) to the mixture and stir gently until the desired thickness is achieved.
7. Check the pH of the final shampoo mixture. It should ideally be in the range of 5-6, which is suitable for the scalp. If needed, adjust the pH downwards using a small amount of an acidic solution like Citric Acid solution.

Ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated at each step before adding the next. Gentle stirring is key, especially after adding the surfactants and Flora Foam™, to avoid excessive foaming which can make mixing difficult.