Quaternium-81

Quaternium-81 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameQUATERNIUM-81
FunctionANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number97953-16-7
EC number308-415-1
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Heat Protectants 100%

Frequently asked

What does Quaternium-81 do in skincare?
Quaternium-81 functions as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Quaternium-81 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-81?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially heat protectants (100% of its uses).

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