Daily Detangler Spray

Batch Size: 1000g
Container: 250ml spray bottles (makes 4) OR 100ml travel size (makes 10)
Usage: Daily on wet or dry hair
Target pH: 4.8-5.2

Ingredients by Weight (1000g batch)

Water Phase

Distilled Water: 788g (78.8%)
Aloe Vera Juice: 100g (10%)

Moisturizing & Conditioning

Vegetable Glycerin: 50g (5%)
Jojoba Oil: 10g (1%)
Argan Oil: 10g (1%)

Active Ingredients

Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5): 10g (1%)
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein: 10g (1%)
Polyquaternium-10: 3g (0.3%)

Emulsification & Conditioning

BTMS-50: 5g (0.5%)
Polysorbate 20: 5g (0.5%)

Preservation

Preservative (Leucidal SF or equivalent): 5-10g (0.5-1%)

pH Adjustment

Citric Acid Solution (50%): q.s. to pH 4.8-5.2

Instructions

Heat water phase: Heat distilled water and aloe vera juice to approximately 160-170°F (71-77°C).
Heat oil phase: In separate container, combine jojoba oil, argan oil, BTMS-50, and polysorbate 20. Heat to approximately 160-170°F (71-77°C).
Combine phases: Slowly add oil phase to water phase while stirring constantly. Mix thoroughly.
Cool to 120°F (49°C): Allow mixture to cool while stirring occasionally.
Add actives: When cooled to 120°F, add glycerin, panthenol, hydrolyzed wheat protein, and polyquaternium-10. Mix well.
Preserve: Add preservative once mixture is below 100°F (38°C).
Adjust pH: Test pH and adjust to 4.8-5.2 using citric acid solution.
Bottle: Pour into spray bottles. Use fine mist or continuous spray nozzles.

Usage Instructions

Daily use: Spray on damp or dry hair before brushing
Amount: 3-5 sprays for short hair, 8-12 sprays for long hair
Application: Focus on mid-lengths to ends; avoid saturating roots
Best for: Tangles, knots, curly hair, long hair, school mornings

Notes

Polyquaternium-10: Keeps at 0.3% for daily use without buildup
BTMS-50 micro-emulsion: At 0.5%, provides slip without weighing down fine hair
Travel-friendly: 100ml bottles are TSA-compliant for school bags, sleepovers, travel
Shake before use: Natural separation may occur; this is normal