Matte Hair Styling Clay Formula

A high-hold, no-shine styling clay perfect for achieving modern hairstyles with texture and definition. Formulated with bentonite and kaolin clays to provide natural separation and strength, this easy-to-apply clay ensures a natural look with all-day hold.

Technical Specifications

  • pH Level: 5.0 - 5.5
  • Shelf Life: 12 months
  • Batch Size: 10 kg - 100 kg
  • Processing Time: 2 hours
  • Temperature: 45°C during cool down
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
  • Viscosity: Thick paste
  • Certification: COSMOS certified ingredients

Ingredients

IngredientPercentageFunction
Water34.0%Solvent
Bentonite Clay25.0%Texture and strength
Kaolin Clay15.0%Mattifying agent
Cetearyl Alcohol10.0%Thickener and emollient
Beeswax8.0%Hold and structure
Glyceryl Stearate5.5%Emulsifier
Phenoxyethanol1.0%Preservative
Fragrance1.0%Scent
Citric Acid0.5%pH adjuster

Manufacturing Process

Heat Phase

  1. Combine water, bentonite clay, and kaolin clay in a heat-resistant container.
  2. Gently heat the mixture to 75°C while stirring until clays are fully dispersed.

Oil Phase

  1. In a separate container, melt cetearyl alcohol and beeswax at 75°C until fully liquefied.
  2. Add glyceryl stearate to the oil mixture and continue to heat until dissolved.

Emulsification Phase

  1. Slowly add the heated oil phase to the heated water phase with continuous mixing.
  2. Emulsify for 10 minutes until homogeneous.

Cool Down Phase

  1. Remove the mixture from heat.
  2. Cool to 45°C while stirring gently.
  3. Add phenoxyethanol, fragrance, and citric acid.
  4. Mix until all components are well incorporated.

Usage Instructions

Apply a small amount to palms, rub hands together to warm the product, then distribute evenly through damp or dry hair for desired style.

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