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Posted: Wed Aug 16, 2006 3:54 PM

Hi Thanks so much for all the info about the shampoo for damaged hair.

I have a few questions:

The silk protein - there are 3 of them on the site - is it the amino acid, peptide or the powder that I should use?

The Coconut DEA - what is this? Do I just phone up to do the order rather than the usual via the internet?

The scalp tonic - I am wondering if these oils are to be added to a carrier oil (if so which would be best - I have most of them) or is there something else which would work better?

I have made up some more shampoo with the oils you suggested and I am pretty sure that it is the Vit E that has caused the shampoo to go thin and watery.

Thanks again this has been a great help.

Megan

Megan

Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 11:31 AM

Hi Megan,

If you would like to use the silk protein to repair damaged hair, use the amino acid silk:or the powder for a moisturising effect. You can use one or the other: or you can use both for the combined benefits.

Coconut DEA is a nonionic surfactant used as an oil solubiliser and foam stabilizer in cleansers and shampoos.
As a foam stabilizer it is usually used at a ratio of 5:1 Surfactant:Coconut DEA.
As an oil solubiliser it is usually used at a ratio of 1:1 Oil:Coconut DEA.
It is added at any stage of the manufacturing process.

Use the carrier oils for a dry scalp and jojoba oil or water rinse or vinegar and water, for an oily scalp.

The Vitamin E should not make your shampoo watery, although some essential oils, mainly the citrus oils can cause separation. Use these ones sparingly.

Enjoy your product making!

Nadine

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