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