Effectiveness of amphoteric surfactants on shampoo

In this study, the viscosity and foaming efficiency of amphoteric surfactants on shampoo were investigated. In the study, three most commonly used amphoteric surfactants were selected. These; Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Dehyton KE), Disodium Coco Ampho Diacetate (Dehyton DC) and Capryl/Capramidopropyl Betaine (Lirobet 810). Viscosity measurements were made with amphoteric surfactants and salt added at different rates on the prepared shampoo base. These values were compared among and among themselves. As a result of this comparison, it was observed that Cocamidopropyl Betaine amphoteric surfactant gained consistency by using less salt than the other two amphoteric surfactants studied. The best value in itself is the 7% (w/v) Cocamidopropyl Betaine amphoteric surfactant added to the shampoo base. The foam levels of amphoteric surfactants at different ratios added to the shampoo base studied were investigated. It has been determined that the amphoteric surfactant with the best foaming properties is Cocamidopropyl Betaine. The best value in itself is the 10% (w/v) use of Cocamidopropyl Betaine amphoteric surfactant added to the shampoo base. As a result of the studies, it was determined that Cocamidopropyl Betaine is an amphoteric surfactant that both thickens with the addition of a small amount of salt and foams the best.