Polyquaternium 10 1 kg

Polyquaternium 10 conditioning polymer for hair and skin care formulations

Polyquaternium 10 is a cationic cellulose derived polymer widely used in cosmetic formulations for hair and skin care products. The ingredient is convenient in manufacturing due to its compatibility with cleansing systems and emulsions, allowing development of formulas with soft conditioning effect and pleasant texture.

Properties and skin appearance outcome

Within formulations the polymer forms a light film contributing to smoother skin feel after cleansing. Products containing this ingredient help reduce the perception of dryness while maintaining comfortable skin sensation. In hair care applications the component supports smoother hair feel and improves distribution of conditioning products along hair fibers.

Application across industries

Polyquaternium 10 is commonly used in shampoos, shower gels, hair conditioners, styling products, creamy cleansers and multifunctional care formulations. The ingredient is widely adopted in private label and industrial manufacturing thanks to its ability to enhance post wash hair feel and improve overall product comfort.

The polymer is incorporated to improve formulation texture, soften cleansing effect and create more pleasant sensory perception on both skin and hair. It is compatible with a variety of surfactant systems making it a versatile ingredient for shampoo and cleansing product development.

Recipe for mild conditioning shampoo with popular formulation ingredients

Purified water 70 ml
Cocamidopropyl Betaine 45% 10 ml
Sodium Laureth Sulfate 8 ml
Polyquaternium 10 2 g
Panthenol 2 ml
Preservative Euxyl PE 9010 3 ml
Cosmetic fragrance 5 ml

Polyquaternium 10 is first dispersed in warm water until fully hydrated without forming lumps. Cocamidopropyl Betaine and Sodium Laureth Sulfate are then incorporated with gentle mixing to avoid excessive foaming. After achieving uniform base, panthenol is added followed by preservative and fragrance, resulting in a mild shampoo texture that spreads easily across hair and provides comfortable cleansing experience.

Polyquaternium 10 is positioned for B2B manufacturing supporting formulation stability, reproducible textures and scalable production processes.