Natural Curl Co-Wash (Palm-Free, Quat-Free)
No. 1054
This plant-based co-wash is free of quats, formulated with nourishing oils and a palm-free conditioning aid, Colonial S18PF, to leave hair soft, hydrated, and defined. Great for curly, color-treated, or ultra-dry hair.
Formulation
| Order | INCI Name | Trade Name | Percent | Function |
| A | Water | Water | qs to 100.00 | |
| A | Lactic Acid | PURAC® FCC 881 | 0.60 | |
| B | Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil | Grapeseed Oil | 6.00 | |
| B | Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil | Coconut Oil | 1.00 | |
| B | Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil | Hempseed Oil | 1.00 | |
| B | Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine | Colonial S18PF | 2.00 | |
| B | Brassica Alcohol | SustOleo™ BA2 | 5.50 | |
| C | Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate | Euxyl® K 7123 | 1.00 | |
| C | Fragrance | Green Tea Fragrance4 | 0.20 |
Procedure
- In primary vessel, combine phase A ingredients and heat to 65-70°C.
- In a separate vessel, combine phase B ingredients and heat to 65-70°C.
- Once at temperature, add phase B to phase A.
- Mix until uniform, then begin to cool.
- Once below 45°C, add remaining phase C ingredients. Mix until uniform.
Properties
Appearance Opaque
pH 4.5 – 5.0
Viscosity 30,000 – 50,000 cP
Suppliers
1Corbion, 2Inolex, 3Schülke & Mayr, 4Premier
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.