Polyquaternium-73 is a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt consisting of propyltrimonium chloride acrylamide, ethyltrimonium chloride methacrylate and dimethylacrylamide monomers; Propanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-3-(2-propenamido)-, chloride, polymer with N,N,N-trimethyl-2-(2-methyl-2-propenoyloxy)ethanaminium chloride and N,N-dimethyl-2-propenamide Science: Functions: Antistatic, Film Forming, Hair Conditioning, Hair Fixing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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Functions
Antistatic
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Hair Fixing
Reduces Static
Creates Protective Barrier
Conditions Hair
Creates protective layer
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
A synthetic conditioning polymer created for modern cosmetic formulations. Used to provide improved conditioning and antistatic properties in hair care products.