Physicochemical and Rheological Characterizations of Cocos Nucifera L. and Elaeis Guineensis Jacq. (Arecaceae) Oils for Black Hair Shampoo Formulation

December 2020 in “ International Journal of Biological and Chemical Sciences ”

Nakognon Awa TUO-KOUASSI, Kakwokpo Clémence N’GUESSAN-GNAMAN, Marcel Koffi Konan, Sandrine AKA-ANY-GRAH, Landry Claude Ahmont Kablan, Ismaël DALLY, Alain N’guessan, Kengne Rosine Désirée Chougouo- Nkuitchou, José Arthur Gnahoré Lia, Armand Koffi

Cocos nucifera coconut oil Elaeis guineensis palm kernel oil lauric acid oleic acid linoleic acid saponification index peroxide value unsaponifiable matter Newtonian behavior elastic nature

TLDR Coconut and palm kernel oils could be effective ingredients in black hair shampoos.

The study characterized the physicochemical and rheological properties of Cocos nucifera (coconut) and Elaeis guineensis (palm) oils to evaluate their suitability for black hair shampoo formulation. The research focused on parameters such as viscosity, density, and fatty acid composition, which are crucial for determining the effectiveness and quality of hair care products. The findings suggested that both oils possessed favorable properties that could enhance the performance of shampoos designed for black hair, potentially improving hair health and manageability.

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