Development and Characterization of Hair Leave in Formulation to Deliver Benefit of Oil and Long Lasting Conditioning

Abstract

The objective of this project was to create an innovative hair emulsion that can be used as a substitute for oil, specifically designed to cater to the changing needs of customers in the hair care sector. Conventional oil-based hair products can present difficulties such as excessive oiliness and weight, especially for people with fine or oily hair. This research aims to develop a lightweight emulsion that provides good conditioning effects while avoiding the disadvantages often associated with traditional oils. The formulation method included the meticulous selection and emulsification of essential components, such as silicones, cationic surfactants, fatty alcohols, isopropyl myristate (IPM), and botanical extracts, to get the most favorable performance and sensory characteristics. Careful optimization of ingredients was done to achieve the best stability and superior sensory as compared to benchmark formulation. Care was taken to make sure that the concentration of certain ingredients like cationic surfactants does not exceed the value decided as per regulatory to prevent irritation or other side effects. The focus while developing this formulation was on attaining a texture that is not greasy, can be easily distributed, and is quickly absorbed into the hair shaft, all while giving nourishment, hydration, and enhanced manageability. The project was intended to develop and optimize a versatile hair emulsion solution that can be used for both rinse-off and leave on applications through a systematic formulation process. The performance evaluations included assessments of the effectiveness of conditioning using sophisticated instruments, sensory characteristics, compatibility with various hair types, and customer approval. In conclusion, the successful creation of this hair emulsion product that replaces oil will transform the hair care sector by providing an environmental friendly, and user-friendly substitute for conventional oil-based products.