Shampoo Formulation Review

Based on the ingredients and percentages provided:

• Clarify-Wash (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate) at 5%
• Creamy Foamer (Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate) at 5%
• Powderly Foam (Potassium Laureth Phosphate) at 15%
• Baby Foam (Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate) at 5%
• CTAC (Cetrimonium Chloride) at 2%
• Poly-Conditioner Pro (Polyquaternium-10) at 2%

Let's calculate the total active surfactant matter from the cleansing agents:

• Clarify-Wash (90% active): 5% * 0.90 = 4.5%
• Creamy Foamer (90% active): 5% * 0.90 = 4.5%
• Powderly Foam (35% active): 15% * 0.35 = 5.25%
• Baby Foam (80% active): 5% * 0.80 = 4.0%

The total active surfactant matter is approximately 4.5% + 4.5% + 5.25% + 4.0% = 18.25%.

A typical adult shampoo formulation usually contains a total active surfactant matter between 10% and 20%. Your formulation falls within this standard range.

The combination of surfactants used provides a good balance:

• Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a strong cleanser and provides good foam.
• Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate and Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate are mild surfactants that contribute to gentle cleansing and stable foam.
• Potassium Laureth Phosphate adds to the mildness and provides a pleasant feel.

The inclusion of Cetrimonium Chloride and Poly-Conditioner Pro are beneficial for hair conditioning, reducing static, and improving manageability, which are desirable properties in a shampoo.

Overall, the concentration and blend of cleansing agents in this formulation appear sufficient for effective cleaning for general adult use, while also incorporating mild surfactants and conditioning agents for a balanced product.