A process for the production of herbal, halal and perfume free shampoo.

Abstract

The process for the production of herbal, halal and perfume free shampoo was developed keeping in view the religious sanctity of Ehram during Hajj and Umrah. The shampoo composition comprises of heating and vigorous mixing of diethyl amides of coconut oil 7.5%. Olive oil 0.5%, sodium cocoamide 15.0% and isopropyl myristate 1.5% with de-ionized water 73.78% at 70-75°C for 30 minutes. Herbal extracts of Calendula officinalis 0.08% and Trigonella .foenum-graecum 0.08%. along with Aloe vera gel 1.0%. Olive and Wheat germ oils 0.01%, and preservatives 0.1% were added to this mixture after cooling to 40-45°C. The pH was maintained at 6.8-7.2 with 1% solution of citric acid in water. Finally apple green food color was added to the mixture. It was observed that this formulation is not only effective as cleansing agent but provides excellent conditioning of scalp resulting in the check of hair loss. The present invention gives new life, lustrous thick look and extra bounce to hair. The product can be used in the state of Ehram, as it is perfume free and halal.