A hair cream base is a ready-made cream that already contains the emulsifiers, moisturisers and conditioning ingredients you need, so you only have to stir in your own oils, actives or fragrance to make a finished product. Azlok's Hair Cream Base - Ready to Use is a white, vegan-friendly cream priced from ₹449 that lets home makers and small brands skip the tricky emulsion chemistry and go straight to customising.
What is a hair cream base?
Think of it as a blank canvas. Making a stable hair cream from scratch means heating a water phase and an oil phase to the same temperature, emulsifying them correctly and getting the preservative right. A base does all of that for you. Azlok's version is built around water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin and a blend of butters and oils, including olive, shea, mango seed, argan, apricot kernel, castor, avocado and kokum, along with aloe vera extract, panthenol and beeswax. Cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol and emulsifying wax keep the texture smooth and stable, while phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin act as the preservative system.
It is alcohol-free (no drying ethanol), soy-free and vegan friendly, with a shelf life of 24 months when stored properly.
What you can make with it
- Leave-in conditioning cream for dry or frizzy ends.
- Styling and smoothing cream to tame flyaways and add shine.
- Curl-defining cream for wavy and curly hair.
- Hair strengthening cream boosted with proteins or vitamins.
- Scalp-friendly nourishing cream for daily conditioning.
Because the base is neutral and unscented, you decide the direction of the final product.
How to use the hair cream base
The simplest approach is cold blending small additions into the base:
- Weigh out the amount of base you want to work with in a clean, sanitised bowl.
- Add your actives slowly, a small percentage at a time. Common additions include essential oils (such as rosemary, lavender or peppermint), a few drops of a carrier oil like argan or jojoba, hydrolysed protein, or panthenol.
- Stir gently but thoroughly until fully combined and the texture looks uniform.
- Do a small test batch first, note your quantities, then scale up.
Keep additions modest, usually a few percent by weight, so you don't destabilise the emulsion or overload the preservative system. Less is more when it comes to essential oils.
Tips and safety notes
- Work clean. Sanitise bowls, spoons and containers with isopropyl alcohol before you start to avoid introducing bacteria.
- Patch test. Before regular use, apply a little of your finished cream to the inner arm and wait 24 hours, especially when you have added essential oils.
- Respect essential oil limits. Concentrated oils can irritate the scalp. Follow standard dilution guidance and keep the total low.
- This is a cosmetic base. It is for external hair and scalp use only. Do not ingest it, and keep it away from the eyes and out of reach of children.
- Mind the preservative. Adding water, hydrosols or aloe juice increases spoilage risk and can dilute the preservative. Stick to oil-soluble or small water-soluble additions unless you understand preservation.
Buying and storage
Azlok offers the Hair Cream Base in 500 gm, 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg and 25 kg packs, so you can start small for testing and move up to bulk once your recipe is set. It is made in India. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat, and always close the lid tightly. Scoop with a clean, dry spatula rather than fingers to protect the shelf life. Kept well, the base stays good for up to 24 months.
For anyone starting a small hair-care line or simply making custom creams at home, a reliable ready-to-use base removes most of the guesswork and gives you consistent results batch after batch.
FAQ
Can I use the hair cream base on its own without adding anything?
Yes. It is a complete, ready-to-use cream, so you can apply it as is for conditioning and light styling. Adding your own oils or actives simply lets you tailor it.
Is this hair cream base vegan and alcohol-free?
Yes, it is vegan friendly, alcohol-free and soy-free, according to the product details. Note that it does contain beeswax; the vegan claim refers to the formulation as described by the brand.
What can I add to the base?
Common additions are essential oils, small amounts of carrier oils, hydrolysed proteins, panthenol and vitamins. Add them in small percentages and mix well to keep the cream stable.
How long does it last?
The base has a shelf life of 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place with the lid closed. Using clean tools and avoiding water additions helps preserve it.
Is it safe for the scalp?
The base is described as scalp-friendly and is meant for external hair and scalp use. Patch test before regular use, especially after adding essential oils, and never ingest it.