Haircare
Professional Hair Food Recipe
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Aug
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Professional Hair Food Recipe
| Ingredient | % | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Shea Butter | 25% | 250 g |
| Coconut Oil | 20% | 200 g |
| Jojoba Oil | 20% | 200 g |
| Castor Oil | 15% | 150 g |
| Sweet Almond Oil | 12% | 120 g |
| Cocoa Butter | 7% | 70 g |
| Vitamin E (Tocopherol) | 0.5% | 5 g |
| Fragrance Oil | 0.5% | 5 g |
| Total | 100% | 1,000 g |
The ingredients are available from the Fun with Soap oils and butters range, including shea butter, coconut oil, jojoba oil, castor oil, sweet almond oil and cocoa butter.
Professional Manufacturing Method
- Sanitize all equipment and ensure that all jars are completely dry.
- Melt the shea butter and cocoa butter together at 65–70°C.
- Add the coconut oil and stir until completely melted.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the jojoba oil, castor oil and sweet almond oil.
- Allow the mixture to cool to 40–45°C.
- Add the vitamin E and fragrance oil and mix thoroughly.
- Allow the mixture to cool further until it becomes opaque and slightly thickened.
- Whip for 2–4 minutes until a light, smooth texture is achieved.
- Fill the prepared jars and allow the product to set for 12–24 hours.
Why These Corrections?
• Vitamin E is added below 45°C to minimise unnecessary heat exposure.
• Whipping should only begin once the mixture becomes opaque and slightly thickened. This helps the product hold enough air to create a lighter, creamier texture.
• No preservative is required because the formula is completely anhydrous (water-free). However, excellent manufacturing hygiene is essential.
• A realistic shelf life is approximately 12 months, provided the oils are fresh and the finished product is stored away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.,
The Fun with Soap Team
