Polyquaternium-7 is a quaternary ammonium, hydrophilic synthetic chemical compound, It is cationic and has a stable chemical structure. In its liquid form, the compound is clear or pale yellow in color. Polyquaternium 7 is a very good detangler and provides slip for easier wet-combing. In addition, it will add softness and shine to dry hair.
What is Polyquaternium-7 used for?
Polyquaternium-7 imparts a smooth velvety feel and improves slip and moisturization in skin and hair care products. It is used in an array of products: shampoos, creams, body lotions, body wash, baby shampoo, bubble baths, conditioners, soaps, and shaving cream. It can be used in anhydrous products as well.
Polyquaternium 7 is conditioning, and it has an absolutely incredible skin and hair feel
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Skin care: It is used in skin care formulations to improve glide, provide softness and hydration
Hair care: As a conditioning agent, it helps detangle hairs and keep them soft. It has film-forming and antistatic properties thus provides continuous coverage while preventing frizz, improves wet combing and detangling of hair
Origin
Polyquaternium-7 is a quaternized copolymer of acrylamide and diallyldimethylammonium chloride.
What does Polyquaternium-7 do in a formulation?
Antistatic
Film forming
Hair conditioning
Moisturising
Safety Profile of Polyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-7 is non-toxic and safe for topical application when used in limits. Above 5%, it is considered to cause an allergic reaction on the body. According to a study, if the concentration of Polyquaternium-7 is below 5% in the formulation
What’s in the box
1 x NBT Naturals – Polyquaternium-7 for DIY Hair & Skin Care
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