This Clear Micellar Conditioner formulation features Poly Suga^®Quat L1010P and Cola^®Lipid C in a unique concept for a silicone-free, clear conditioner that is designed with micellar technology to provide mild, weightless conditioning without buildup.

Formulation

Order	INCI Name	Trade Name	Percent	Function
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8	Water,Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose,Polyquaternium-7,Polyquaternium-78,Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate,Fragrance,Benzyl Alcohol and Ethylhexylglycerin and Tocopherol,Citric Acid	Water,Benecel™ K200M ¹,Merquat™ 550 Polymer ²,Poly Suga®Quat L1010P,Cola®Lipid C,WS Apple Fragrance ³,Euxyl® K 900 ⁴,Citric Acid, 50%	qs to 100.00,0.75,2.00,4.00,4.00,0.20,1.00,qs to pH	,,,,,,,

Procedure

1. Heat 1/3 of the water to 80 – 85°C and chill the remaining balance of water to ~5°C.
2. Disperse ingredient 2 in the hot water, then add the balance of cold water while Begin cooling to 40 – 45°C.
3. Mix until smooth and uniform, then add ingredient
4. Once at 40 – 45°C, add ingredients 4 – 7 in Mix until clear and uniform.
5. Adjust to pH 5.0 – 5.5 with citric

Properties

Appearance: Clear, Viscous Liquid
pH: 5.0 – 5.5
Viscosity: 4,000 – 6,000 cP
% Solids: 4.4 – 4.6

Suppliers

¹Ashland, ²Lubrizol, ³Orchidia Fragrances, ⁴Schülke & Mayr