A cationic cellulose derivative used for hair conditioning and film forming.
What it is
Polyquaternium-67 is a cationic derivative of hydroxyethylcellulose obtained by reaction with trimethylammonium and dodecyldimethylammonium epoxides, which add positively charged groups and C12 chains to the cellulose backbone. CosIng lists it as an antistatic, film-forming and hair-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in shampoos, conditioners, shower gels and other rinse-off products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The raw material is a polymer rather than a single compound, and the degree of substitution is not shown on the label.
Functions
- Antistatic
- Preventing and/or reducing static electricity by neutralising electrical charge on surfaces.
- Film forming
- Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.