Natural Shampoo Bar – Ethnic

Natural Shampoo Bar – Ethnic

Recipe

Ph A

• 130g Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
• 30g Cocamidopropyl Betaine
• 5g Kaolin Clay

Phase B

• 10g Glycerine
• 1g Cationic Guar Gum

Ph C

• 14g Jojoba Oil
• 6g Rosehip Oil
• 4g D Panthenol

Phase D

• 2g Iscaguard PFA Preservative (INCI: Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol)
• 1g Vitamin E Oil (Antioxidant)
• 2g Essential or Fragrance Oils (Optional)

Method

1. Measure out phase A ingredients in a large container: Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Kaolin Clay and Cocamidopropyl Betaine
2. In a separate container, mix phase B ingredients: cationic guar gum and glycerine until the gum is dispersed and then add to phase A
3. Measure out phase C ingredients: Jojoba oil, Rosehip oil and D Panthenol and add to the combined phase A & B
4. Finally add phase D, including your preservative of choice, antioxidant and any fragrance or essential oils
5. Mix thoroughly with a fork to ensure the powdered surfactant is fully hydrated before forming a workable dough. You may want to use an electric whisk for larger quantities
6. To form shampoo bars, use a press shampoo mold and once formed, allow to dry out for 24 hours

This recipe makes 100g (or 4 bars) and will last approximately 12 months. See the interactive formula to customise this recipe.