Deep Conditioner (Weekly Treatment)

Deep Conditioner (Weekly Treatment)

Batch Size: 500g
Container: 250ml squeeze bottles OR wide-mouth jars (makes 2)
Ages: 5+ years and adults
Usage: Maximum 1× per week, or as needed (swimming, heavy tangling, dryness)
Target pH: 4.5-5.0

Ingredients by Weight (500g batch)

Water Phase

• Distilled Water: 300g (60%)

• Aloe Vera Juice: 50g (10%)

Emulsification & Conditioning

• BTMS-50: 25g (5%)

• Cetearyl Alcohol: 25g (5%)

Rich Butters

• Shea Butter: 40g (8%)

• Mango Butter: 20g (4%)

Nourishing Oils

• Jamaican Black Castor Oil: 15g (3%)

• Jojoba Oil: 10g (2%)

Active Ingredients

• Vegetable Glycerin: 7.5g (1.5%)

• Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5): 2.5g (0.5%)

• Silk Amino Acids: 2.5g (0.5%)

Preservation

• Geogard 221: 2.5-5.5g (0.5-1.1%)

pH Adjustment

• Citric Acid Solution (50%): q.s. to pH 4.5-5.0

Instructions

1. Heat water phase: Heat distilled water and aloe vera juice to approximately 160-170°F (71-77°C).

2. Heat oil phase: In separate container, combine BTMS-50, cetearyl alcohol, shea butter, mango butter, Jamaican black castor oil, and jojoba oil. Heat to approximately 160-170°F (71-77°C).

3. Combine phases: Slowly pour oil phase into water phase while stirring constantly. Use stick blender to create thick, smooth emulsion.

4. Cool to 120°F (49°C): Continue stirring occasionally as mixture cools and thickens.

5. Add actives: When cooled to 120°F, add glycerin, panthenol, and silk amino acids. Mix thoroughly.

6. Preserve: Add Geogard 221 when mixture is below 100°F (38°C).

7. Adjust pH: Test pH and adjust to 4.5-5.0 using citric acid solution.

8. Package: Pour into 250ml squeeze bottles or wide-mouth jars. Allow to rest 24-48 hours for final texture development.

Usage Instructions

• Application: Apply generously to mid-lengths and ends (avoid scalp)

• Time: Leave on for 10-20 minutes

• Heat optional: Cover with shower cap or warm towel for deeper penetration

• Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with warm water

• Frequency:

  • Maximum 1× per week for regular maintenance

  • As needed after swimming, beach days, or heavy tangling

  • After chlorine/salt water exposure

Notes

• Rich formula: Higher butter content than rinse-out conditioner

• Jamaican black castor oil: Traditional ingredient for strengthening and moisture

• Not for daily use: Too rich for everyday application

• Safe for kids 5+: Appropriate for children's longer or curly hair

• Packaging options:

  • Squeeze bottle: Easier to use in shower

  • Wide-mouth jar: Can be kept outside shower, nice for glass packaging

When to Use

Regular Maintenance

• 1× weekly for long or curly hair

• Every 2 weeks for shorter or less damaged hair

As-Needed Treatment

• After swimming (chlorine/salt water)

• After beach days (sun/wind exposure)

• During winter months (dry indoor heat)

• After periods of heavy heat styling

• When experiencing extra tangles or dryness

Signs You Need Deep Conditioning

• Hair feels straw-like or rough

• Increased tangles

• Excessive frizz

• Breakage at ends

• After chemical processing (even natural henna)

Hair Type Notes

Fine Hair

• Use every 2-3 weeks

• Apply sparingly

• Focus on ends only

Curly/Thick Hair

• Can use weekly

• Apply more generously

• May benefit from heat (shower cap)

Long Hair

• Focus on bottom half of length

• Avoid roots completely

• May need more product

Storage

• Store at room temperature

• Use within 6 months

• Will thicken slightly as it cools (this is normal and desired)

• Do not refrigerate