How to Use Shampoo Base
Shampoo base is a pre-made mixture that simplifies the process of creating your own customized shampoos. It eliminates the need to formulate your own cleaning agents, allowing you to focus on adding your desired scents, colors, and other beneficial ingredients.
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Choose Your Base: Select a shampoo base that suits your needs. Many bases are available, including organic options like Stephenson's Organic Shampoo Base. Bramble Berry offers a good example.
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Measure Your Base: Determine the amount of shampoo you want to make. A common starting point is 16 oz (approximately 473ml). Recipes often use this amount as a reference. For example, one source suggests using 1 to 2 teaspoons of fragrance oil per 16 oz of shampoo base. Wholesalesuppliesplus
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Add Your Ingredients: This is where you personalize your shampoo. Common additions include:
- Fragrance Oils: Use 1-2 teaspoons per 16 oz of base. Remember that more fragrance can thin the shampoo. Wholesalesuppliesplus
- Essential Oils: Use 1-2 ml per 16 oz of base (examples include lavender, rosemary, ylang ylang). YouTube
- Colorants: Add water-based colorants like LabColor. Bramble Berry
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Mix Thoroughly: Stir your ingredients until they are completely combined. Ensure there are no clumps or unmixed areas.
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Pour and Package: Transfer your custom shampoo into a clean container with a pump or cap.
Important Considerations
- Dilution: Some shampoo bases require no dilution; check your base's instructions. Bramble Berry
- Testing: Before making a large batch, consider making a small test batch to ensure you're happy with the final product’s consistency, scent, and color.
