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  1. A

    HELP with shampoo

    Hi! I need some help please! I need to find or make a shampoo for my partner. Dermatologist said he has seborreic dermatitis, but none of the shampoos prescrived help, and he's starting to loose hair due to this. They are very itchy, and they get all dry. Does anyone know what this actually is...
  2. CrunchyFuture

    Shampoo Newbie

    Hey, friends! I’ve heard mixed results about homemade shampoo. I have been working on this recipe and would love to know what you all think. 1 egg 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar .25 tbsp coconut oil .25 tbsp. raw honey 1/8 tsp of lemon juice 1/8 tsp Vitamin E oil 1/8 tsp olive oil 1/8 of...
  3. D

    Soap based shampoo - mixing & thickening

    Hi! I am making a lye-soap based shampoo specifically for Afro hair. I have found that soap with 45% olive, 25% castor, 20% murumuru & 10% jojoba is perfect! I am now mixing the soap with distilled water, oil & stuff to make shampoo. (Not certain yet but it seems like 150ml soap, 50ml water...
  4. S

    Liquid shampoo

    Hello, I am looking for someone who is experienced with shampoo making. How is it that a soap company can make shampoo that doesn't have a very cleansing feeling with just these ingredients in the pcicture? It's a very nice feeling shampoo but everyone also says you need surfactants for...
  5. R

    What % of argan oil to use in shampoo?

    Hi, I hope this is posted in the right section, I couldn't see anything specifically for shampoo. I'm looking to add argan oil to my shampoo but most people just seem to say 'add a few drops' or something vague like that. I was hoping to find a more accurate figure like a percentage to use...
  6. M

    Making shampoo & conditioners

    Hey, everyone!! I was wondering if anyone make shampoo and conditioner? This is something that I'm hitting a wall with like everytime. I've made liquid soap but how do I go about making shampoo?? Conditioner?? What do I add to make it gentle on your scalp? My hair is very brittle right because...
  7. Zany_in_CO

    Oils for liquid shampoo

    OILS FOR LIQUID SHAMPOO (Source: Unknown. It includes some of my additions. This has been in my files so long, I don't remember where it came from. Please let me know if you know the author.) In addition to Coconut Oil or Palm Kernel Oil for good cleansing and lather, balance your formula using...
  8. C0hrisLynn

    Help making a Shampoo Bar?

    Hi! I'm new to the forum and loving it! I'm making soap again, to sell and save some money to start a legit little local and online shop/business. Plus I really love using my own handmade items (and others I've bought from some great soapers!). Well I have had a few friends asking about...
  9. A

    Sodium Coco Sulphate in the UK

    Hi guys, I'm new here so I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask, so I apologize in advance if not! I cannot find SCS in the UK unless it comes from the US or Canada. Is there a reason for this? Is selling it legal in the UK? If I get a big order, can I resell it? Thank you so much...
  10. Jenn Lee

    Creating a Co-wash

    Hello! I had a question on creating a co-wash for my hair. I currently use New Wash which is absolutely amazing and even more expensive. It's the first co-wash I have used on my very long hair and I don't think I could go back to using regular shampoo anymore. But, I also don't really want...
  11. N

    Newbie alert!! Dr bronners diy for shampoo??? Help I'm so confused

    Hi, I'm new to soap making and I'm really confused whats the best way to make liquid soap for shampoo? I'm told the bars don't work as good! In just changing from store bought shampoo as I'm having alot of hair loss! Of seem the Dr bronners and wanted to make my own? Does anyone have a basic...
  12. asatish1888

    Advice for making LS as Shampoo?

    Hi, everyone my name is Asha! I have a question regarding liquid soap. I have been thinking about making myself some shampoo with Olive Oil. I have heard that LS soap can be quite harsh on your hair. I even have first hand experience with this knowledge. I made a gallon batch of LS with the...
  13. F

    Sunflower and Honey Soaps

    Hi everybody! My name is Maddy. (Wait, this isn't the introduction thread! Just kidding!) I'm currently trying to figure out how to create a batch of Sunflower Castile soap to use to make a Sunflower and Honey shampoo. (Mmm, just mix sunflower seed oil and honey to make an amazing salad...
  14. burnandgroom

    100% Soy liquid soap?

    Hello, all! I've been lurking for a while learning from ya'll but I've come up with a question I can't find an answer to. I've been making soap for a while now, (started with m&p and graduated to CP as you do,) but I've never done liquid soap. I've watched the helpful video on this forum and...
  15. CMars

    Want to buy shampoo bar by Canadian soapmaker

    Hi, I've been trying to find a good shampoo bar. I've never used any solid shampoos other than my own but I'm not happy with the recipe yet. I would like to try something that's tried and true so to speak just to see what a good quality shampoo bar is like. I'd prefer to buy Canadian if...
  16. aprice522

    Tweaking my shampoo soap- looking for additives of value

    A while back I made three different recipes and have been using them for about two weeks. I made the original Genny formula, variation with 2% CO, and a version with 5% co. Sf at 5 I used sugar in all but the original, but that was completely by accident! I have found that they are all very...
  17. M

    can I make a facial cleanser with any of these ingredients?

    Hi guys, Im supper new to soap and would love to make a shampoo or face wash. Been researching like a crazy lady and have come to the conclusion that I am def going to have to buy more supplies however I am anxious to start experimenting. This is what I have in the house Coco benetaine Decyl...
  18. LoveForTheBeard

    Needing help with beard shampoo for my man

    Hello, I realize that this endeavor may be tricky as there is not much information out there on beard shampoo. I've been doing my research but its been difficult to find out what I need exactly to make a nice beard shampoo to go with my beard oil. I have a lot of essential oils that I will be...
  19. F

    What to include in a great shampoo bar recipe?

    Hiya guys! I keep getting bugged to do a shampoo bar and honestly - I have no idea where to even start on what to include! Everyone's hair is so different I haven't wanted to get into solid shampoo, but have decided to take the plunge and trial some recipes on family hair :shifty: What...
  20. M

    Dog Shampoo?

    Hello, I have been trying to find a recipe online for liquid dog shampoo, but cannot find one from scratch. They all include already made dish detergent or store bought castile soap. I want to make a recipe from scratch. I have already made dog shampoo/soap bars, but I am trying to make this...
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