QUATERNIUM-90 MONTMORILLONITE

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER

✨ Role: Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is used in cosmetics for its stabilizing and thickening properties. It helps improve the texture of formulations by adding consistency and softness.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

Safety: Yes, generally considered safe for cosmetic use. Skin irritation tests are often negative, but it is always recommended to adhere to the recommended concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is mineral-based and therefore suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Good to know: This derivative of montmorillonite, a naturally occurring clay, also has absorbent properties, helping to control excess sebum. It is well tolerated by most skin types, but it is always wise to perform a skin test for very sensitive skin.

Found in: Mainly found in facial products such as masks, creams, and lotions, but also used in hair products for its stabilizing and texturizing properties.