Azlok's Transparent Hand Wash Base is a ready-to-use liquid soap base that lets you make your own gentle hand wash at home — you simply stir in a fragrance oil or essential oil of your choice and it is ready to bottle. It is pre-formulated, pH-balanced between 5.5 and 6.5, and made mainly from glycerin and saponified coconut oil, so most of the hard work is already done for you.
What is the Transparent Hand Wash Base?
This is a clear, pourable base built for people who want a natural hand wash without formulating from scratch. It carries the cleansing power you expect from a liquid soap, but it is formulated to stay gentle on the skin. The base is free from parabens and sulfates (SLS-free) and is also alcohol-free, which makes it suitable for daily use and for those with sensitive skin.
Its key ingredients include Glycerin, Sodium Gluconate, CAPB, Potassium Oleate, Potassium Cocoate and Saponified Coconut Oil. Glycerin helps hydrate and soften, while the coconut-derived surfactants do the cleaning without stripping the skin of its natural moisture.
Common uses
- Homemade hand wash — the main purpose; add scent, decant into a pump bottle and use.
- Small-batch products for gifting, festivals, hampers or a home business.
- Bulk refills for the kitchen and bathroom, which cuts down on buying new plastic bottles.
- Custom blends — lemon and tea tree for the kitchen, lavender for the bathroom, and so on.
How to use it
The base is ready to use, so the process is simple:
- Measure out the quantity of base you need into a clean bowl or jug.
- Add your fragrance oil or essential oil a few drops at a time. A gentle guideline is roughly 1–2% of the total weight; start low and adjust to your liking.
- Stir slowly and steadily to avoid creating too much foam.
- If you want colour, add a tiny amount of skin-safe cosmetic colourant.
- Pour into a clean pump bottle, label it, and it is ready.
Because the base is already pH-balanced, you do not need to add thickeners or extra surfactants for everyday use. Keep additions minimal so you do not disturb the formulation.
Tips and safety notes
- Patch-test your finished hand wash on a small area if you or your family have very reactive skin, especially after adding essential oils.
- Use skin-safe scents only. Essential oils and cosmetic-grade fragrance oils are strong — do not overdose them, and avoid using them undiluted on skin.
- Keep it clean. Use sanitised bottles and utensils to keep your batch fresh for longer.
- For external use. This is a hand wash base — do not ingest it, and keep it away from the eyes and out of reach of children.
- If the base thickens slightly in cold weather, warm the container gently in a bowl of warm water and stir.
Buying and storage
Azlok offers the Transparent Hand Wash Base starting at ₹249, in packs of 500 Gm, 1 KG, 5 KG, 10 KG and 20 KG, so you can pick a small size to experiment or a larger drum if you make in bulk. It is made in India and has a shelf life of about 2 years when stored well.
Store the base in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the lid tightly closed. Once you have added fragrance and bottled it, keep the finished hand wash out of extreme heat and use clean pumps to avoid contamination. Buying a larger pack usually works out more economical per kilo if you use it regularly.
FAQ
Do I need to add anything to the Transparent Hand Wash Base?
The base is ready to use for cleansing, but it is unscented. You add your own fragrance oil or essential oil — and optionally a skin-safe colour — to make it your own.
Is this hand wash base safe for sensitive skin?
It is formulated to be gentle, is pH-balanced at 5.5–6.5, and is free from sulfates, parabens and alcohol. As with any product, patch-test first if your skin is very sensitive, particularly after adding scents.
How much fragrance oil should I add?
A common starting point is about 1–2% of the total weight of the base. Add a little at a time, stir, and smell as you go until you reach a strength you like.
Can I use it to make foaming hand wash?
Yes. For a foaming pump bottle, you can dilute the base with a little water; note that diluting will thin the product and slightly reduce shelf life, so make smaller batches.
How long does it last?
The unopened base has a shelf life of around 2 years when stored in a cool, dry place. Once scented and bottled, use clean utensils and containers to keep your finished hand wash fresh.