Organic Hair Styling Mousse Formulation

An expertly crafted lightweight mousse providing volume and a natural lift for fine hair types. Infused with certified organic aloe juice and quinoa protein, this formulation ensures a flexible hold without leaving any sticky residue. Ideal for adding body while maintaining the hair's natural texture.

Technical Specifications

  • pH Level: 5.5
  • Shelf Life: 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
  • Batch Size: 500 kg
  • Processing Time: 4 hours total including cooling and packaging
  • Temperature: 70°C for heated phases; cool to 40°C for final adjustments
  • Storage: Store at temperatures between 10°C and 25°C with humidity below 60%
  • Viscosity: Light foamy consistency suitable for easy application on hair
  • Certification: Certified Organic, GMP compliant

Ingredients

IngredientPercentageFunction
Aloe Vera Juice30.0%Moisturizes and conditions hair, providing natural shine
Quinoa Protein10.0%Strengthens and protects hair while enhancing volume
Glycerin5.0%Acts as a humectant to retain moisture in hair
Cetearyl Alcohol8.0%Acts as an emulsifying and thickening agent
Polysorbate 205.0%Emulsifier that helps in blending botanical extracts
Citric Acid2.0%pH adjuster to ensure formulation stability
Xanthan Gum3.0%Natural thickener and stabilizer enhancing mousse texture
Water (Aqua)37.0%Solvent that forms the base of the formulation

Manufacturing Process

Water Phase

  1. Heat water phase ingredients like water and aloe vera juice to 70°C and hold for 15 minutes.
  2. Mix continuously using a high-shear mixer at 1000 rpm to ensure consistency.

Oil Phase

  1. Blend cetearyl alcohol and polysorbate 20 at 70°C until homogenous.
  2. Slowly add to the water phase with continued stirring to emulsify.

Cooling & Final Processing

  1. Cool the mixture to 40°C, then add glycerin and quinoa protein.
  2. Adjust pH to 5.5 using citric acid, ensuring formulation stability.
  3. Add xanthan gum with gentle mixing to achieve the desired mousse texture.

Usage Instructions

Dispense an appropriate amount of mousse onto palms and apply evenly to damp hair. Style as desired by blow-drying or letting air-dry for a naturally voluminous look.

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