Polyquaternium-71

Polyquaternium-71 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYQUATERNIUM-71
FunctionHUMECTANT
CAS number-
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Shampoos 100%

Frequently asked

What does Polyquaternium-71 do in skincare?
Polyquaternium-71 functions as a humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyquaternium-71 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-71?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (100% of its uses).

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