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Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Isethionate
SCI (Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate) is a commonly used anionic, sulfate-free surfactant, loved by syndet makers for it's mildness and creamy lather. However, due to its poor water solubility it is…
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Sulfate-Free Surfactants
I love this handy chart from Innospec's presentation: "Formulating High Performance Sulfate-Free Cleansing Products". As you can see, surfactants have a working pH range. Some surfactants can hydrolyze at a…
Natural Solubilizers: A Review
In this article we examine solubilizers, how to use them and review the performance of a selection of "natural" solubilizers. We are frequently asked how solubilizers differ from emulsifiers. Solubilizers…
Shampoo, Shower Gel, Face Wash – Calculator
Shampoo, body wash, and facial cleansers all work the same way: they contain water and cleansing ingredients called surfactants. Surfactants help remove dirt and oil. These formulas usually contain at…