A cationic silicone polymer used for hair and skin conditioning.
What it is
Silicone quaternium-26 is a complex siloxane polymer formed by the reaction of a glycidoxy-terminated polydimethylsiloxane with N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-1,6-hexanediamine, PPG-3 and lauric acid. CosIng lists it as an emollient, hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in hair conditioners, hair masks, shampoos and leave-in hair 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 INCI name does not show the molecular weight or the silicone content of the polymer.
Functions
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
- 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.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (10)
- Pantene Miracles Collagen Repair & Protect Conditioner 350mL · Pantene
- Pantene Miracles Keratin Smooth & Sleek Conditioner 350mL · Pantene
- Pantene Miracles Hyaluron Hydrate & Glow Daily Intensive Conditioner 350mL · Pantene
- Pantene Miracles Biotin Moisture Renewal Conditioner 350mL · Pantene
- Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk & Aloe Deep Hydrate Mask 300mL · Herbal Essences
- Pantene Miracles Dairy Bond Repair Hair Treatment 180mL · Pantene
- Pantene Keratin Daily Intensive Conditioner 600mL · Pantene
- Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Pump Collagen 600mL · Pantene
- Pantene Moisture Renewal Conditioner Jojoba 600mL · Pantene
- hydra glow · Pantene Pro V