Polyquaternium-11
Polyquaternium-11 is best known for its conditioning properties. It is compatible with non-ionic, anionic and amphoteric surfactants. Polyquaternium-11 can form clear, non-tacky, continuous films. It provides conditioning and styling effects, with minimum build-up for hair substantively. It improves wet and dry combability, gloss, smoothness and manageability for hair. Polyquaternium-11 also can be used to improve the skin feeling in skin care products.
Additional information
| CAS | 53633-54-8 |
|---|---|
| Functions | film former, moisturizer, reduces frizz, anti static, conditioning, foam stabilizer, modifier |
| Formula | (C₈H₁₅NO₂)ₓ(C₆H₉NO)ₓ(C₄H₁₀O₄S)ₓ / C42H72N6O9 |
| Molar Mass | 805.06 g/mol |
| Application | Shaving products, skin creams and lotions, liquid soap and bars of soap, shower gel and shampoo |
| Restriction | It is generally considered to be safe for topical use |
| Trade names | LUVIQUAT PQ 11 AT 1, MIHAPOL PQ11-20 |