{"product_id":"shampoo-bar-workbook-beginners","title":"Surfactant Shampoo Bar Workbook for Beginners | Make Your Own (PDF)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn to make a shampoo bar and understand what each ingredient brings to the formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake Your Own Surfactant Shampoo Bar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beginner-friendly digital workbook from Island Goddess Body Essentials. Clear explanations, exact ingredient weights and step-by-step methods help you plan, make and document your own shampoo bar practice batches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart with a Foundation bar using 100% prepared shampoo base, then explore a Refined version with 99% base and 1% caprylic\/capric triglyceride. Both formulas are fragrance-free and use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStephenson Syndopour Shampoo MB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The workbook teaches prepared-base melt-and-pour processing, rather than formulation from individual raw surfactants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside your 16-page workbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo complete shampoo bar learning formulas with percentages, gram weights and INCI ingredient names.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredient explanations and guidance on the exact prepared base and suitable buying grades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential equipment, workspace preparation and hot-material handling instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumbered methods covering melting, moulding, cooling and firming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA separate 10% dispersion pH-checking method and recording guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA formula comparison, troubleshooting tips, customization boundaries, and use and storage guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA worked product development brief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour reusable worksheets: development brief, formula sheet, batch record and product follow-up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplier references and supporting technical sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult beginners and DIY haircare hobbyists who want a structured introduction to prepared-base shampoo bar making and a practical way to record their trials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTools for your shampoo bar practice batches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck what you already own before purchasing equipment. Choose items that meet the workbook’s specifications; a product being sold on Amazon does not establish its suitability for cosmetic making. Check sizes, materials and compatibility before buying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAffiliate disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The shopping links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential equipment and supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigital balance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.01 g readability and at least 500 g capacity, allowing for the vessel and ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/A0dLx0yeG\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop digital balances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibration weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A suitable weight for checking your balance according to its manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B093FPyuR\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop calibration weights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorosilicate jug:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heat-safe, 250–500 mL, for controlled melting in the water bath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B03R8egLd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop borosilicate jugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeighing dishes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clean, dry dishes for weighing the base and added emollient separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyfvZLK\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop weighing dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble-boiler setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A stable water-bath arrangement for melting the prepared base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eRAiz7W\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop water-bath saucepans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlled electric heat source:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a suitable existing electric hob or an appropriate portable hot plate for the water bath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyie89Z\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop controlled electric heat sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeatproof work mat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A stable, heat-resistant surface for placing warm vessels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B01kBLcjy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop heatproof work mats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicone spatula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heat-resistant and suitable for gentle stirring and scraping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0gf6SUtw\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop spatulas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe thermometer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A range covering 20–100°C, ideally with ±1°C accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B00WxbaLE\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop probe thermometers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicone cavity mould:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Enough total capacity for approximately 100 g of input material, allowing for test samples and transfer losses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02Qjk9za\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop moulds: option 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e · \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02GCvUBS\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop moulds: option 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential pH-checking supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibratable pH meter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for aqueous surfactant dispersions, used on the workbook’s separate 10% sample.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0j0aqrv2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pH meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 4 and pH 7 buffer solutions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh calibration buffers compatible with your meter. Confirm that your selected kit includes both pH 4 and pH 7 buffers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0jhMaULa\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pH calibration buffers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrode storage solution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The solution specified for your pH electrode. Follow the meter manufacturer’s directions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B072KHyyb\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop electrode storage solutions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistilled or deionised water:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For the separate pH-test dispersion. It is not an additional ingredient in either bar formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B09FyB98X\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop distilled or deionised water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall test cup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A clean cup for preparing the separate 10% dispersion, sized to permit the electrode’s required immersion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyfvZLK\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop test cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample spoon:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A clean utensil for handling the separate test sample.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0gf6SUtw\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop sample utensils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential protective and cleaning supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSplash goggles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eye protection for handling hot materials and working around steam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02hRrgxO\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop splash goggles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective apron:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protective clothing for the work area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0hPq11UL\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop protective aprons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrile gloves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For hygienic handling. Confirm the selected gloves are nitrile; they do not replace heat-resistant protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eC8o3F9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop protective gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat-resistant hand protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For moving hot vessels and working around steam.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0e610T2D\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop heat-resistant gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential recording supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For formula version, batch identity, making date and development status. Handwritten labels are sufficient; a label printer is optional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/A01vDcieP\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop an optional label printer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional extras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond identical mould:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For comparing trials made in the same shape and size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02Qjk9za\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop additional moulds: option 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e · \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02GCvUBS\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop additional moulds: option 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16-page printable PDF workbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including the cover, teaching pages, two guided learning formulas and four reusable blank worksheets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical workbook, finished shampoo bar, other cosmetic product, ingredients or equipment is included. Tools linked above are purchased separately. Editable Canva access and fillable PDF fields are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant formula information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth formulas are labelled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Proposed and untested.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They are educational starting points; finished-product performance, safety and shelf life have not been established. No Island Goddess batch results, stability results or preservation challenge-test results are supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible differences in feel, foam and firmness are questions to investigate during development, not demonstrated benefits. The pH exercise does not establish product safety, and pH adjustment is outside the workbook’s scope. The workbook does not establish readiness for commercial sale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet the workbook and plan your first shampoo bar practice batch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Goddess Body Essentials","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67730025283629,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6383\/2365\/files\/shampoo-bar-making-workbook-beginners.jpg?v=1793134550","url":"https:\/\/islandgoddessessentials.com\/products\/shampoo-bar-workbook-beginners","provider":"Island Goddess Body Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}