How to make solid shampoo: Recipe

The solid shampoo is not the most famous on the market; however, it is a product that is progressively gaining in popularity due to its various qualities, its contribution to the environment, and how easy it is to make from home. With just a few ingredients and a few hours it is possible to create a quality bar shampoo.

When talking about shampoos, probably everyone’s first thought is of a liquid substance that usually has a characteristic color and an aroma that leaves hair smelling delicious for hours and even for a few days, on certain occasions. An option that most prefer is aloe vera shampoo, for example, as it is a great moisturizer, while others prefer an alternative that has a floral fragrance that captivates anyone. However, not all shampoos are liquid and, in addition to that, there are those who prefer those that are not. But exactly what are solid shampoos?

From liquid to bar

A solid shampoo is a small bar, similar to a soap, which is made up of natural elements that, when combined, act on the scalp to clean it in depth.

Although it seems complicated to use, due to how accustomed we are to using the liquid version of this product, this natural chemical-free shampoo is really useful, practical and easy to apply.

To achieve this, you just have to moisten the product by rubbing it between your hands or directly on your hair. You will notice that, after this, it begins to generate foam. When obtaining the foam, massage the scalp and spread the product to the ends to ensure that your hair absorbs the components and, to finish, rinse your hair with plenty of water.

Why is it a good idea to use a shampoo bar?

You already know that it is easy to use and that, although it looks strange, it does its job. However, you probably still don’t know why you should use a natural bar shampoo for your hair. There are several reasons, in fact, and each one is probably more important than the other.

One unit of this natural hair soap offers the same content as three standard-size bottles of liquid shampoo. In fact, each solid shampoo bar can provide up to approximately 80 washes.

Knowing that in a single load trip you can carry the equivalent content of fifteen load trips of liquid shampoo, you will be contributing to the reduction of the carbon footprint by using solid shampoo. Also, since the tablet leaves no residue or packaging, no waste is generated.

To be manufactured, it does not need harmful chemical components. Therefore, they are usually suitable options for people with sensitive skin and weak hair.

In addition to all this, most solid shampoos have a neutral pH that makes it possible to use the product in more delicate areas, such as the genital area and even the face.

Finally, even dog shampoo will be more difficult to store than solid shampoo, as this product does not take up space and is light.

 How to make a homemade dry shampoo?

If you want to start using solid shampoo and instead of buying it you decide to make it, then here is a recipe that will help you prepare it.

It is worth noting that although there are ways to make a solid shampoo without sulfates, in the case of this recipe, the inclusion of the SCS will be required. Although it is a softer component than others found on the market.

In the same way, it is also possible to find a solid shampoo without surfactants; however, for this recipe we have chosen to use natural surfactants that facilitate the manufacture of the shampoo without adding chemical elements to the composition.

Now, to get started, here are the ingredients you’ll need to find:

1) 10 grams of refined shea butter 

2) 10 grams of rosemary hydrolate 

3) 5 grams of rice starch 

4) 5 grams of vegetable placenta 

5) 2 grams of avocado oil 

6) 5 grams of white clay 

7) 45 grams of SCI 

8) 10 grams of SCS 

9) 5 grams of rice extract 

10)   3 grams of hazelnut oil

If you want a homemade shampoo for oily hair, then it is possible to change the active ingredients used in the recipe: plant placenta and rice extract, for other natural elements that combat oily hair, such as aloe vera extract or even honey.

Below, you will find a guide with each step you will need to make your new solid shampoo.

begins to weigh

As a first step, it is necessary to take the vegetable oils and the shea butter so that they can be placed in a container that can be heated.

Turn on the stove over low heat and heat the ingredients in a bain-marie.

Combine the elements

Take the clay, SCS, SCI, and rice starch, and pour them into a bowl with enough room for them.

Mix them very well and, in doing so, begin to pour the substance obtained after the water bath over them.

Add the rest of the components

Without letting much time pass, proceed to incorporate the active ingredients of the recipe. It is recommended to follow the following order: rosemary hydrosol, rice extract and vegetable placenta.

use your strength

When you have all the ingredients, begin to stir the mixture vigorously until it has no lumps and a fine paste has formed.

Knead

Remove the dough from the bowl and start kneading. Add the final product to some molds and press to avoid air bubbles. When finished, simply let it dry and unmold your shampoo to be able to use it.

After completing all these steps you will know how to make a solid shampoo from the comfort of your home. For that reason, it only remains to investigate the functions of different ingredients and start experimenting with them, creating new shampoos that are suitable for different types of hair.

Thanks to this process, you will not only acquire new knowledge and take care of your hair, you will also contribute to environmental care and obtain a multifunctional, quality product with a delicious aroma.