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SLES Handwash Base (Beginner)

August 7, 2026 · Anshul

A rinse-off handwash starting point. Dissolve surfactants gently to limit foam during making. Preserve water-based formulas and validate viscosity/pH.

Steps

  1. Add SLES to ~700 g water with slow stirring until uniform.
  2. Add CAPB and glycerine; mix gently.
  3. Adjust pH with dilute citric acid as needed for your surfactant system.
  4. Top up to 1 kg, add preservative/fragrance per supplier guidance, fill bottles.

See surfactant basics.

Makes 1 kg Time 25 minutes Level Beginner

Materials required

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Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate 120 g
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C.A.P.B (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) 40 g
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Glycerine 20 g
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Citric Acid q.s. to pH
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Demineralised Water to 1 kg
₹400.00 · View →

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