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Spray-on Detangler for Children's Fine Hair

Oct 28th, 2008

Katie Schaefer

Stepan Company

A.
Water (aqua)	qs to 100%w/w
Cetrimonium chloride (Ammonyx Cetac, Stepan)	2.00
Cyclomethicone (and) dimethicone copolyol (Dow Corning 3225C Formulation Aid, Dow Corning)	0.05
Polyethylene glycol (Hallstar PEG 400 ML, Hallstar)	0.05
Fragrance (parfum)	qs
B.
Citric acid	qs
Sodium hydroxide	qs
C.
Dye	qs
Preservative	qs

Procedure: Combine A. Mix well. Adjust pH with B if necessary. Add C, if desired.

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