Cosmetics & Haircare
The high purity of FeF Chemicals' Quaternary ammonium compounds (Quats) makes them ideal for use in cosmetic formulations. Skin and eye irritation are kept to a minimum as a result of the very low free amine content.
Besides their conditioning effect, FeF Chemicals' Quaternary ammonium compounds (Quats) also have emulsifying properties, making them perfectly suited for use in creams and hair dyes.
Additionally, a number of FeF Chemicals'
Quaternary ammonium compounds (Quats)
are used as preservatives in cosmetics.
FeF Chemicals' crystalline Quaternary ammonium compounds (Quats) are ideal for hair care products because they:
-
have a very low impurity content
- are easily made into clear solutions
- have no need for homogenisation before use
- are easily formulated into stable formulations
- have an excellent conditioning effect
- are biodegradable
Quats as Excipients for Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Cosmetics and emulsions can be preserved using Quaternary ammonium compounds
(Quats).
In cosmetics and
personal care preparations, the water content, oil phases, certain ingredients
and the level of some surfactants can favour the growth of microorganisms and
the consequent spoilage of the formulation.
Emulsions and gels used in cosmetics and personal care products can be
preserved using Quaternary
ammonium compounds (Quats) such as
- Cetalkonium Chloride (CKC),
- Myristalkonium Chloride (MKC),
- Stearalkonium Chloride (SKC) and
- Cetrimide
Other quats such as Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC) can be used as well, depending on the formulation.
