Polyquaternium-50
Polyquaternium-50 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, film forming agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | POLYQUATERNIUM-50 |
| Function | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 3 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Body Washes 33.3%Conditioners 33.3%Shampoos 33.3%
Frequently asked
- What does Polyquaternium-50 do in skincare?
- Polyquaternium-50 functions as an antistatic, film forming agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Polyquaternium-50 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-50?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially body washes (33.3% of its uses).
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