Polyquaternium-70
Polyquaternium-70 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning agent. It is used in 45 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | POLYQUATERNIUM-70 |
| Function | HAIR CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 45 products (0.05% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Shampoos 28.9%Conditioners 17.8%Styling Creams & Sprays 17.8%Mousse & Foam 11.1%Hair Masks 6.7%Gel, Pomade & Wax 4.4%
Frequently asked
- What does Polyquaternium-70 do in skincare?
- Polyquaternium-70 functions as a hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Polyquaternium-70 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-70?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (28.9% of its uses).
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