Quaternium-70

Quaternium-70 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameQUATERNIUM-70
FunctionANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number68921-83-5
EC number272-964-2
Prevalence4 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Leave-in Conditioners 25%Leave-in Treatments 25%Other Hair Cleansers 25%Styling Creams & Sprays 25%

Frequently asked

What does Quaternium-70 do in skincare?
Quaternium-70 functions as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Quaternium-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 Quaternium-70?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially leave-in conditioners (25% of its uses).

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