Choosing the Right Surfactant for Your Shampoo: SLES, CAPB, and the Modern Alternatives

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What surfactants do in a shampoo system

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SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) — the workhorse ingredient

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CAPB (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) — secondary surfactant and conditioner

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Sulfate-free alternatives: SCI, Coco Glucoside and beyond

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Matching your surfactant blend to your target market

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The salt-thickening curve — why concentration matters

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Common mistakes when scaling surfactant blends

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Next steps for your formulation

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