Hair Manufacturing Process

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Mostcompanies would lie that all their hair comes from Europe because stylists & customers believe that European hair is the best. Even though this is true for the lightest tones of hair it is not true for all hair. Darker tones & certain textures are better sourced from asia or latin america. This is why we use the appropriate source for each tone & texture while the rest of our process ensures consistent quality regardless of the source.

water naturally conains iron which dries the hair at temperatures over 60 degrees celsius which is what is used to clean the hair. For this reason the water used to wash the hair is purified before the hair is washed. We were one of the first companies in the world to discover this and it makes a world of difference.

Coloring is in fact used for some hair shades just because we cant naturally find pink, blue or green hair yet but we only apply darker tones on lighter shades of hair. The hair is never bleached to achieve lighter tones.

Notice there is no chemical application. This is incredibly important because most companies actually apply chemicals & silicone on the hair to give it a shine & sell more. The problem is that after a few washes the shine is gone, the hair is damaged and basically you are left with a rotten apple that was polished very well but is still rotten on the inside. Natural hair is just not so shiny. To achieve a glamorous luster it is better to use conditioners and other hair products intended for natural hair.

Grey hair naturally occurs in all people but we make sure to remove the gray hair using special UV lights to detect it. Most companies color the hair to hide gray hair but it shows after several washes.

This is the time when the hair is woven into i-tips tapes and u-tips. We are using our own unique & proprietary polyurethane tipping systems with a blend of different types of italian silicone developed specifically for Dreamcatchers. This helps a lot with preventing damage & slippage allowing for reusability & multiple adjustments making the hair last for years.

Full cuticle intactness & Remy check under a microscope is used to prevent suppliers from slipping cheaper hair as full cuticle remy. At this point we can detect multiple quality issues like chemicals being used during processing or if the cuticles are not aligned in the same direction meaning that the hair is not Remy.

Most companies would state that all their hair comes from Europe because stylists & customers believe that European hair is the best. Even though this is true for the lightest tones of hair it is not true for all hair. Darker tones & certain textures are better sourced from asia or latin america. This is why we use the appropriate source for each tone & texture while the rest of our process ensures consistent quality regardless of the source.

Water naturally contains iron, which dries the hair at temperatures over 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Our water is purified before the hair is washed. We were one of the first companies to discover this & it has revolutionized the process.

We do not chemically over process or restructure our hair. This is incredibly important because most companies apply chemicals & silicone on their hair to mask the fact that they over process, resulting in dry, brittle hair. The silicone dissolves after a few washes & the hair performance drops off dramatically.

Grey hair naturally occurs in all people, but we make sure to remove the gray hair using special UV lights to detect it. Most companies color the hair to hide gray hair, but it shows after several washes.

We vigorously brush the hair on all bundles to test the overall quality & remove any stray hairs. Note- the length & weight checks are done after this step. We make sure our hair does not shed before it leaves the factory. If any inconsistencies are found, they are addressed before the next stage of production.

On all hair we receive, we perform quality control checks under a microscope, prior to & after processing, to ensure our hair is indeed full cuticle, thus giving you the confidence knowing you are providing the best hair available to your clients.

The Enkev Group is a real manufacturing company. Sure, we do some trading but the real focus lies on the products that can be made with our 14 production lines. We can process coarse fibres like coir, hair and abaca, but we can also proces fine fibres like cashmere, wool and cotton.

During the needling process, fibres are mechanically linked together onto a hessian or PP backing. This happens in a special needleloom. Sometimes we add a thin layer of natural latex. This enhances the binding of the fibres and the strength of the material. Needled coir and hair are produced in rolls and sheets.

Needled sheets provide great microclimates, known for their sound-absorbing and heat-isolating properties. Needled products are suitable for insulation, mattresses, furniture, car seats, filters, packaging, and many more uses.

In the rubberising process, natural fibres are layered and form a loose fleece. Then we spray fully traceable (if needed: FSC-certified) natural latex onto the fleece. Little latex drops sit down on each place where fibres meet. When we subsequently heat the wet semifinished sheet, the latex converts into flexible and elastic natural rubber.

This process delivers fully natural and biodegradable sheets with a very open, thus ventilating, yet resilient structure. Each of our plants in Volendam (The Netherlands), Poland and the United Kingdom produces rubberised products locally and with its own specialities.

During this process, freshly rubberised natural fibres are pressed in custom and in-house made moulds and then vulcanised. The most widely used applications are seat cushions and armrests for furniture and/or car seats. There's space for sustainability in the moulding business. With our fully recyclable and biodegradable product line, we are helping to eliminate polluting PU foam from the moulding industry.

From ancient times to the present day, hair dyeing has always been popular and appreciated. Nowadays, there are so many products and lines on the market. Each one of them claims to be the best, safest, and highest-quality solution for hair coloring.

Finally, many companies offer the possibility to further customize hair dyes during the manufacturing process. This means that you have the chance to formulate products EXACTLY how you want them to be. HSA can help you with that.

Have you learned the entire hair dye manufacturing process by heart? Well, actually there was no need to since you can have HSA by your side! Hair care and hair color development are significant services we provide our clients, following all the steps above and even more.

You can rely on the expertise, precision, and efficiency of our in-house laboratory, which has been creating thousands of thousands of color combinations and formulations for 40 years.

Traditional mixers often struggle with achieving a uniform and consistent blend. This is especially true when dealing with complex shampoo formulations that include various surfactants, conditioners, and active ingredients.

The High Shear Batch Mixers are particularly well-suited for small to large-sized shampoo batches, with a capacity ranging from 30 to 6,000 liters. They are versatile enough to handle different shampoo types, ranging from light, liquid formulations to thicker creams, with viscosities from 20,000 to 80,000 centipoise (cps). This flexibility makes them ideal for diverse product lines and varying production scales.

The High Shear In-Line Mixers are tailored for larger-scale production. They seamlessly integrate into existing manufacturing setups, enhancing production efficiency and throughput. These mixers are known for their ability to uniformly disperse ingredients, a key factor in maintaining consistency across large shampoo batches.

They minimize aeration, which is essential for maintaining the quality of the final product. Capable of processing a wide range of viscosities, from 5,000 to 100,000 cps, they cater to a broad spectrum of shampoo types.

Dry shampoo typically includes alcohol or starch-based active ingredients like rice or corn starch. These absorb excess oil and grease in the hair. They may also contain clays like kaolin or bentonite for oil absorption, along with fragrances and conditioning agents like silica for improved hair feel.

Lash shampoo often contains gentle, non-irritating surfactants like sodium lauryl sulfate alternatives, which are milder and suitable for sensitive eye areas. Key ingredients might include purified water, aloe vera for soothing, and glycerin for hydration, ensuring the shampoo is safe for both lashes and the skin around the eyes.

The concept of shampoo dates back to ancient India, where herbs and natural ingredients were used for hair cleansing. Modern shampoo, as we know it today, started evolving in the early 20th century, with the introduction of synthetic detergents after the 1930s, replacing traditional soap.

Originally, shampoo was invented for cleaning and maintaining the health of hair. The idea was to remove unwanted build-up of sebum and environmental dirt without stripping hair of essential oils. Over time, shampoo formulations have evolved to address various hair and scalp issues, including dandruff, oiliness, and damage repair.

Routine shampoos are typically produced in various manufacturing plants around the world. These facilities are operated by different brands and are strategically located to optimize production and distribution logistics, taking into account factors like consumer demand and resource availability.

Makers of hair care products are facing myriad of challenges, such as growing consumer demand for innovative multi-functional products whilst maintaining product quality and ensuring cost-efficient, hygienic processing. Alfa Laval can help you deal with these challenges using our expertise and broad, integrated range of hygienic process equipment to transfer, mix and distribute raw material through the process to finished hair care products.

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