SMC Taurate Soft Bubbles Shampoo
Naturally derived SMC Taurate Paste gives this formula a creamy lather as well as a pleasant, soft feel after rinse-off. GuarSilk
and Raspberry Dimethicone WS offer light conditioning without compromising foam. Raspberry Dimethicone WS also
functions as a solubilizer for the essential oil. Glucamate LT provides easy thickening. Silk Amino Acids will smooth and protect
the hair cuticle. This easy, yet elegant formula is one of The Herbarie favorites.
Ingredient Amount
GuarSilk 0.2% = 1 grams
Distilled Water 45.0% = 225 grams
Silk Amino Acids 2.0% = 10 grams
SMC Taurate Paste 45.0% = 225 grams
Raspberry Dimethicone WS 3.0% = 15 grams
*Lavender Essential Oil 1.0% = 5 grams
Optiphen ND 0.8% = 4 grams
Glucamate LT 3.0% = 15 grams
Total 100.0% = 500 grams
Procedure for cold process
Combine GuarSilk and water while gently mixing. Continue to mix while GuarSilk hydrates completely –
about 10 minutes.
When GuarSilk has completely hydrated, add SoluSilk SF with gentle mixing. Set aside.
Using a separate small container combine Raspberry Dimethicone WS and Lavender Essential Oil with gentle
mixing – set aside.
In a separate, heat safe container, warm SMC Taurate Paste until melted. A microwave can be used, but DO
NOT overheat – only a few seconds of heating are necessary. Pour GuarSilk, water, Silk Amino Acids mixture
into melted SMC Taurate stirring gently. Shampoo mixture will begin to thicken. Add Optiphen ND with
gentle stirring.
From separate small container, pour Raspberry Dimethioone WS/EO mixture into shampoo mixture.
Slowly add Glucamate LT into Shampoo Mixture while stirring – viscosity may need to be adjusted by more
or less Glucamate LT.
Finished pH should be 5.0-5.5
Tips for shampoo/body wash
Do not use high shear mixer!
pay attention to pH of finished product and make sure it is around 5.5 - 6.5
pH can effect viscosity
fragrance oils WILL effect the formulation
essential oils that seem to be most compatible with shampoo/body wash: geranium, peppermint, rose,
sandalwood, rosemary, clary sage, myrtle, lavender, lemongrass
solubilizers such as AquaEm, Cromollient SCE, and PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate will help to lessen the negative
impact of fragrance oils and essential oils on surfactant based systems.
Use more or less Glucamate LT as needed for thickening