Surfactant SCS (SODIUM COCO SULPHATE) 100 g

Sodium coco sulphate is a surfactant derived from coconut oil

It is a natural alternative to sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) as it is less drying and irritating to the skin. It is a natural alternative to sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) as it is less drying and irritating to the skin. Also, sodium cocosulfate is most often used for the preparation of solid shampoos.

Characteristics of the component and specifics of use

INCI: Sodium coco sulfate

Appearance: depends on the delivery batch, it can be needles or small granules

Type: anionic

Main substance: more than 92%

pH (1% solution in water): 8.0 - 12.0

Dosage (% input in cosmetics): 10-80 %

How to use: measure the required amount, heat in a water bath with 10% water, stirring constantly, until a thick mass is obtained. Add actives, extracts and essential oils according to the recipe. Place in a mould and place in the fridge for at least 15 minutes. Take the finished product out of the fridge and allow to dry for 48 hours. Before melting the surfactant, you can grind it in a mortar, in this case it will melt much easier and faster.

Storage: in a dry, dark place in a tightly closed container at room temperature. Keep out of direct sunlight.

Main properties

• very good foaming
• easily spreads throughout the hair volume
• rinses well
• does not weigh hair
• less drying and irritating the skin, unlike sodium lauryl sulphate
• allows you to create shampoos with the addition of vegetable oils, including solid, without reducing foamin
•  suitable for all hair types.
   

The main ingredient for solid shampoos

Sodium cocosulfate is most often used as a base for making solid shampoos. However, the best cleansing properties of your product will be obtained by combining Sodium Cocosulphate and SCI surfactants. Precautions: not recommended for use in children's cosmetics. Keep out of reach of children, do not swallow, avoid contact with eyes. When working with this surfactant it is necessary to wear a protective mask on the face, because fine powder can get into the respiratory tract. In case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly with clean water. 

Tested formula

• Surfactant Coco sulfate 30%
• SCI surfactant 30%
• Ginger hydrolat 10%
• Grape seed oil 19%
• Nettle powder 5%
• Red clay 5%
• inger blend 0.5%
• CO2 ginger extract 0.5%

Preparation according to the scheme as described in the instructions above. Or watch a video tutorial on how to prepare this shampoo in the Video tab. 

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