Hair Washing Formulations from Aloe elegans Todaro Gel: The Potential for Making Hair Shampoo

Table 1

Ingredients used in preparing lab-made hair washing formulations from A. elegans gel.

Generic name	Manufacturer	Biological applications
A. elegans gel	—	Repairs, strengthens, hydrates, and softens hair; makes hair look and feel healthier; heals wounds; acts as natural surfactant
Coconut oil	C.B.C., Malaysia	Prevents protein loss in hair; moisturizes skin; acts as a natural sunscreen
Jojoba oil	ORS, USA	Moisturizes and gives hair shining look
Lemon juice	Fresh lab extract	Acts as natural antioxidant, chelating, and antidandruff agent; maintains the pH of the acidic formulation
Olive oil	Salamati, Spain	Moisturizes hair; minimizes scalp irritation; reduces dandruff
Pure glycerin oil	LFRESSH-Eurogulf, UAE	Hydrates skin; enhances cell maturation; removes dandruff
Vitamin E	Fruit of the Earth, USA	Supports scalp; gives hair strong base to grow; reduces oxidative stress; preserves protective lipid layer