Polyquaternium-44
Polyquaternium-44 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, film forming agent. It is used in 35 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | POLYQUATERNIUM-44 |
| Function | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 35 products (0.04% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 10 |
Used in
Shampoos 71.4%Leave-in Conditioners 8.6%Exfoliators 2.9%Face Cleansers 2.9%Gel, Pomade & Wax 2.9%Hair Serums 2.9%
Frequently asked
- What does Polyquaternium-44 do in skincare?
- Polyquaternium-44 functions as an antistatic, film forming agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Polyquaternium-44 allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Polyquaternium-44?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (71.4% of its uses).
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