Development and evaluation of shampoo products based on coconut oil source from Ben Tre Province (Vietnam)

In order to enhance the use of coconut oil through its application in personal care products, shampoos formulated with simple soap act as the leading detergent with a 20% content and ingredients other commercial components such as Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate, Plantacare 2000, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, etc. A combination of 20% crude soap and a synthetic active substance synthesizing sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) 5% make up the excellent shampoo recipe with cleansing feature. Ingredients of complementary detergents, moisturizers, and smoothing softeners are supplemented with appropriate levels to improve raw soap's disadvantages. Foamability and foam durability are selected targets to examine the influence of ingredients in the formula. The sensory elements of the product reach the set goals with an average evaluation score of about 4/5. Thereby, shampoo products penetrate the cosmetic market and attract many consumers in the future.