Strengthening or Fortifying Shampoo

General Recipe:

1. Primary Surfactants (10-15%): These are responsible for cleaning the hair and scalp. Mild surfactants such as Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate or Cocamidopropyl Betaine are usually preferred.

2. Secondary Surfactants (2-7%): These can help to increase the lather and enhance the cleaning power. Good options include Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate or Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate.

3. Conditioning Agents (2-7%): They are used to add moisture and softness to the hair. You can use ingredients like Cetyl Alcohol or Behentrimonium Methosulfate.

4. Proteins (1-5%): Proteins like Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein or Hydrolyzed Keratin can strengthen the hair shaft and add shine to the hair.

5. Vitamins and Minerals (1-5%): Ingredients like Biotin, Zinc, Niacinamide or Panthenol (Vitamin B5) can help to stimulate hair growth and strengthen the hair.

6. Herbal Extracts (1-5%): Herbal extracts like Saw Palmetto, Ginseng, or Nettle can help to stimulate the scalp and promote hair growth.

7. Thickening Agents (0.5-2%): Ingredients like Xanthan Gum or Hydroxyethylcellulose can help to adjust the viscosity of the shampoo.

8. pH Adjusters (0.1-1%): Ingredients like Citric Acid can be used to balance the pH of the shampoo.

9. Preservatives (0.5-1.5%): Ingredients such as Phenoxyethanol or Sodium Benzoate are used to prevent microbial growth in the shampoo.

10. Water (to 100%): The remaining percentage of the formula is water, used as a solvent.

These shampoos are designed to strengthen the hair and are often used by people with damaged hair or who use heat tools regularly.