Polyquaternium-72
Polyquaternium-72 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, film forming agent. It is used in 15 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | POLYQUATERNIUM-72 |
| Function | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 15 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Styling Creams & Sprays 40%Shampoos 26.7%Conditioners 13.3%Leave-in Conditioners 13.3%Detanglers 6.7%
Frequently asked
- What does Polyquaternium-72 do in skincare?
- Polyquaternium-72 functions as an antistatic, film forming agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Polyquaternium-72 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-72?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially styling creams & sprays (40% of its uses).
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