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 … Armand Koffi
    Studysummary This study evaluated coconut and palm kernel oils for their potential use in shampoos for black hair, finding they are rich in beneficial fatty acids and could serve as active ingredients due to their physicochemical and rheological properties.
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