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Clear Micellar Conditioner

No. 1040

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

OrderINCI NameTrade NamePercentFunction
1WaterWaterqs to 100.00
2Hydroxypropyl MethylcelluloseBenecel™ K200M ¹0.75
3Polyquaternium-7Merquat™ 550 Polymer ²2.00
4Polyquaternium-81Poly Suga®Quat S1210P4.00
5Polyquaternium-88Cola®Quat PDQ4.00
6FragranceWS Apple Fragrance ³0.20
7Benzyl Alcohol and Ethylhexylglycerin and TocopherolEuxyl® K 900 ⁴1.00
8Citric AcidCitric 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

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This formulation is intended for use as a generic starting formula and may be modified as needed. This formulation is for developmental use only. Not intended for resale.