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POLYQUATERNIUM-99

Description

Polyquaternium-99 is a novel cationic polymer specifically designed for use in hair care and cosmetic formulations. This synthetic ingredient belongs to the polyquaternium family, known for their positive charge and ability to interact with negatively charged hair and skin surfaces. Polyquaternium-99 exhibits excellent conditioning properties, providing enhanced manageability, smoothness, and shine to hair strands.

The unique molecular structure of Polyquaternium-99 allows it to form a lightweight, protective film on hair and skin without causing buildup or weighing down the hair. It demonstrates superior compatibility with anionic surfactants commonly found in shampoos and cleansers, ensuring stable formulations. This ingredient also offers humidity resistance, helping to control frizz and maintain hairstyles in various environmental conditions.

In skincare applications, Polyquaternium-99 functions as a film-former and humectant, contributing to improved skin hydration and barrier function. Its cationic nature aids in the even distribution of other active ingredients across the skin surface. Additionally, Polyquaternium-99 exhibits antimicrobial properties, potentially contributing to the preservation of cosmetic formulations and providing a mild antiseptic effect on the skin.