Hydroxyethyl Cellulose* Shampoo

In the production process of shampoo, the addition of hydroxyethyl cellulose has multiple effects.

1. Thickening effect

Hydroxyethyl cellulose can effectively increase the consistency of shampoo. In the process of shampooing, the right consistency is critical. Shampoo containing hydroxyethyl cellulose will have a certain viscosity, which can stay in the palm of the hand without flowing easily, making it convenient to apply it to the hair.

The right consistency can also make the various ingredients in the shampoo mix better. Shampoo usually contains a variety of ingredients, such as surfactants for cleaning, oils for moisturizing hair, fragrances, and various functional additives (such as anti-dandruff ingredients, nutrients, etc.). The thickening effect can ensure that these ingredients are evenly distributed in the shampoo system to prevent stratification, thereby ensuring that the cleaning and care properties of shampoo can be stably exerted every time it is used.

2. Foam stabilization effect

For shampoo, rich and stable foam is an important feature. Hydroxyethyl cellulose can help stabilize the foam. After rubbing the hair to produce foam, it can make the foam structure more stable and delay the time for the foam to break. In this way, the foam can continue to exist throughout the shampooing process and play a better cleaning role

3. Improve rheological properties and use feeling

HEC can make shampoo have good rheological properties. When applying shampoo, its texture is smoother and can be easily evenly distributed among the hair. This is not only convenient for users, but also ensures that the cleaning and care ingredients of the shampoo can cover every hair.

This rheological property can also bring a better user experience. The shampoo feels more delicate on the hair, does not give people a rough or sticky feeling, and is easier to be washed away by water, and will not remain on the hair, making the hair feel more refreshed after washing.