Rinse-Out Conditioner

Batch Size: 1000g
Container: 250ml squeeze bottles (makes 4)
Ages: 5+ years and adults
Usage: Daily or every other wash, mid-lengths to ends only
Target pH: 4.5-5.0

Ingredients by Weight (1000g batch)

Water Phase

• Distilled Water: 680g (68%)

• Aloe Vera Juice: 100g (10%)

Emulsification & Conditioning

• Cetearyl Alcohol: 100g (10%)

• BTMS-50: 30g (3%)

Butters

• Shea Butter: 30g (3%)

• Mango Butter: 20g (2%)

Oils & Active Ingredients

• Jojoba Oil: 15g (1.5%)

• Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5): 10g (1%)

• Hydrolyzed Silk Protein: 10g (1%)

• Vegetable Glycerin: 5g (0.5%)

Preservation

• Geogard 221: 8-11g (0.8-1.1%)

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 cetearyl alcohol, BTMS-50, shea butter, mango butter, 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 smooth emulsion.

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

5. Add actives: When cooled to 120°F, add panthenol, hydrolyzed silk protein, and glycerin. Mix well.

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. Bottle: Pour into squeeze bottles. Allow to rest 24 hours for texture to stabilize.

Usage Instructions

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

• Amount: Quarter-size for shoulder-length hair, adjust as needed

• Time: Leave on for 2-3 minutes, rinse thoroughly

• Frequency: Every wash or every other wash as needed

Notes

• Light formula: Won't weigh down fine hair when used correctly

• Curly hair safe: Provides slip for detangling without build-up

• Squeeze bottle preferred: Easier application control than pump bottles

• Safe for kids 5+: Gentle enough for children's developing hair

• Packaging: Same bottle style as deep conditioner; differentiate with label color

Hair Type Adjustments

• For Fine Hair

• Use sparingly on ends only

• May need only every other wash

• For Curly/Thick Hair

• Can use more generously

• May benefit from every wash

• For Long Hair

• Focus on bottom half of hair length

• May need slightly more product

Storage

• Store at room temperature

• Use within 6 months

• Texture may thicken slightly over time (normal)