This Clear Micellar Conditioner formulation features Poly Suga^®Quat S1210P and Cola^®Quat PDQ in a unique concept for a silicone-free, clear conditioner that is designed with micellar technology to provide mild, weightless conditioning without buildup.

Formulation

Order	INCI Name	Trade Name	Percent	Function
1	Water	Water	qs to 100.00
2	Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose	Benecel™ K200M ¹	0.75
3	Polyquaternium-7	Merquat™ 550 Polymer ²	2.00
4	Polyquaternium-81	Poly Suga®Quat S1210P	4.00
5	Polyquaternium-88	Cola®Quat PDQ	4.00
6	Fragrance	WS Apple Fragrance ³	0.20
7	Benzyl Alcohol and Ethylhexylglycerin and Tocopherol	Euxyl® K 900 ⁴	1.00
8	Citric Acid	Citric Acid 50%	qs to pH

Procedure

1. Heat 1/3 of the water to 80 – 85°C and chill the remaining balance of water to ~5°C.
2. Disperse ingredient 2 in the hot water, then add the balance of cold water while Begin cooling to 40 – 45°C.
3. Mix until smooth and uniform, then add ingredient
4. Once at 40 – 45°C, add ingredients 4 – 7 in Mix until clear and uniform.
5. Adjust to pH 5.0 – 5.5 with citric

Properties

Appearance: Clear, Viscous Liquid
pH: 5.0 – 5.5
Viscosity: 4,000 – 6,000 cP
% Solids: 3.8 – 4.0

Suppliers

¹Ashland, ²Lubrizol, ³Orchidia Fragrances, ⁴Schülke & Mayr