{"product_id":"primal-elements-melt-and-pour-shampoo-base-2-lb-solid-block-sulfate-free-vegan-ph-balanced","title":"Primal Elements Melt-and-Pour Shampoo Base — 907 g Solid Block, Sulfate-Free Vegan, pH-Balanced","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimal Elements Melt and Pour Shampoo Base is a 2-pound solid block you cut, melt, and customize to create your own sulfate-free, vegan solid shampoos.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis easy-to-use shampoo base gives hobbyists and small-batch makers the building blocks to design personalised hair cleansers without starting from raw chemistry. The block melts smoothly, accepts fragrances, colours, and active add-ins, and sets into long-lasting solid shampoo bars. Formulated to be pH balanced and largely plant-derived, it’s dermatologically tested and made without animal testing—ideal for creating travel-size bars, gift sets, or a shelf of bespoke haircare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I make a shampoo bar with this base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCut the 2 lb block into manageable pieces, gently melt in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stir in any oils, extracts, or scent, then pour into moulds and allow to set. The base accepts water-soluble and oil-soluble additions, though water-based extracts should be stabilised or added with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCut into uniform chunks for even melting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMelt on low heat to avoid scorching; stir thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd fragrances, colorants, botanical extracts, or proteins and mix well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePour into silicone moulds and cool until solid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this shampoo base suitable for sensitive scalps?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula is dermatologically tested, pH balanced, and free from sulfates, reducing common irritants found in some conventional shampoos. It uses gentle surfactants like sodium cocoyl isethionate and includes humectants such as glycerin to help maintain moisture during cleansing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSulfate-free surfactants for milder foam and cleansing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003epH-balanced to better respect scalp skin balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlycerin and caprylic\/capric triglyceride to support hydration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDermatologically assessed for general skin compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich additives work best with this melt-and-pour base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou can incorporate essential oils for scent, carrier oils for conditioning, hydrolyzed vegetable protein for light strengthening, and natural clays or plant powders for texture and targeted benefits. Keep oil additions moderate so the finished bar maintains good lather and sets solidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEssential oils (e.g., lavender, citrus) for aroma—use recommended dilutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight carrier oils (jojoba, fractionated coconut) up to small percentages for conditioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHydrolyzed vegetable protein and botanicals for hair feel and marketing points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClays or activated charcoal for clarifying or colour contrast in bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable and travel-friendly are bars made from this base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShampoo bars poured from this base are long-lasting, compact, and reduce reliance on bottled products—making them convenient for travel and storage. Because the bars are solid, they avoid spill risks and weight of liquids, and they typically provide many washes per bar depending on size and frequency of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid format reduces packaging waste and suitcase weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach bar yields multiple washes—economical for daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimal packaging options support eco-friendly goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePack in a ventilated tin or soap saver to dry between uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Crafters, small-batch makers, and practical DIYers who want an approachable, vegan shampoo base to create personalised solid shampoos without formulating from scratch. It suits beginners learning soap and shampoo making as well as experienced artisans seeking a reliable, melt-and-pour foundation to scale or experiment with new formulas, fragrances, and gift-ready creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropylene Glycol, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glyceryl Stearate1, Aqua, Glycerin, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I add essential oils directly to the melted base?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Stir essential oils into the melted base at recommended dilutions, then pour into moulds and allow to set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this shampoo base safe for coloured hair?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The base is pH balanced and sulfate-free; test a small bar first to ensure compatibility with your specific colour treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Primal Elements","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254611886417,"sku":"B0DMQG2DH6","price":50.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/primal-elements-front-packaging-2lb.jpg?v=1791681897","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/primal-elements-melt-and-pour-shampoo-base-2-lb-solid-block-sulfate-free-vegan-ph-balanced","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}