POLYQUATERNIUM-10

Ingredient type: Surfactant

✨ Role: Polyquaternium-10 is a conditioning agent often used to improve the texture of hair and skin. In hair products, it makes detangling easier and leaves hair soft and shiny. For the skin, it provides a feeling of softness and helps maintain moisture.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Considered safe when used in accordance with the recommended concentrations in cosmetic formulations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan because it is chemically synthesized.

✨ Note: Polyquaternium-10 can sometimes cause minor irritation in people with very sensitive skin or scalp. It is valued for its ability to form a protective film on the skin and hair.

Found in: Shampoos, conditioners, styling products, lotions, and moisturizing creams for the face and body.