Merquat™

Lubrizol Life Science - Beauty Brand

Products:12

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-7
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive, Foam Booster
Labeling Claims:Halal, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Credo Clean Standard, Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China), Halal
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Rich Feel, Cleansing, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Improves Clarity, Dense Foam, Softening, Enhanced Slip, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Lustrous, Sensory Enhancement, Skin Tightening, Soft Feel, Detangling, Silky Feel, Smooth Feel, Compatibility, Good Wet Combing, Foam Enhancement

Merquat™ 7SPR polymer is a high molecular weight, non-paraben, low-acrylamide, cationic copolymer specifically designed for compatibility and clarity in anionic surfactant systems. It is used to improve the wet and dry properties of hair care products and enhance the sensory feel of bath and shower products.

Merquat™ 100 polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-6
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive
Labeling Claims:GMO-free, Halal, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free
Certifications & Compliance:Halal, CFDA Compliant (China)
Benefit Claims:Good Wet Combing, Good Color Retention, Moisturizing, Sensory Enhancement, Cleansing, Conditioning, Skin Tightening, Soft Feel, Static Reduction, Detangling, Silky Feel, Foaming, Smooth Feel, Lubricating, Enhanced Slip, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Hair Softening

Merquat™ 100 polymer is a highly charged cationic homopolymer designed for use in hair care, bath, and shower applications. It offers various attributes, including leaving a soft and silky feel for the hair as well as a smooth and velvety feel for the skin. This polymer provides excellent slip, lubricity, and snag-free wet combability, enhancing the overall performance of the product.

Merquat™ 295 polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-22
Functions:Sensory Additive, Conditioner
Labeling Claims:Halal, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Preservative-free, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China), Halal
Benefit Claims:Sensory Enhancement, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Foam Stability, Excellent Stability, Dense Foam, Depilatory, Compatibility, Smoothing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Hair Softening, Relaxing, Good Wet Combing
Synonyms:Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Polymer, N,N-Dimethyl-N-2-Propenyl-2-Propen-1-Aminium Chloride Polymer With 2-Propenoic Acid

Merquat™ 295 polymer is a highly charged, aqueous, cationic copolymer with ampholytic characteristics and no preservatives. It offers excellent stability in extreme pH applications, making it suitable for high pH products and shampoos. It is recommended for use in ethnic hair care, hair color products, and depilatories.

Merquat™ 550PR polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-7
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive, Foam Booster
Labeling Claims:Halal, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Acrylamide-free, Credo Clean Standard, Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China), Halal
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Rich Feel, Cleansing, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Improves Clarity, Dense Foam, Enhanced Slip, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Lustrous, Sensory Enhancement, Skin Tightening, Soft Feel, Detangling, Silky Feel, Smooth Feel, Compatibility, Good Wet Combing, Foam Enhancement

Merquat™ 550PR polymer is a low-acrylamide, non-paraben, aqueous, cationic copolymer that enhances compatibility and clarity in anionic surfactant systems. It is highly substantive and recommended for improving the wet and dry properties of hair care products, as well as enhancing the sensory feel of skin care, bath, and shower products. It provides superior conditioning within the PQ-7 family.

Merquat™ 740 polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-7
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive
Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Credo Clean Standard, Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free, Halal, TSE-free
Certifications & Compliance:Halal, CFDA Compliant (China)
Benefit Claims:Smooth Feel, Improves Clarity, Compatibility, Enhanced Slip, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Good Wet Combing, Lustrous, Moisturizing, Sensory Enhancement, Conditioning, Skin Tightening, Soft Feel, Detangling, Creamy Texture

Merquat™ 740 polymer is a low molecular weight, non-paraben, high-solids, aqueous, cationic copolymer. It is designed to improve compatibility and clarity in anionic surfactant systems. This copolymer is highly substantive and enhances the wet and dry properties of hair care products while improving the sensory feel of bath and shower products.

Merquat™ 2001 polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-47
Functions:Surfactant, Surfactant (Cationic), Conditioner, Sensory Additive, Foam Booster
Labeling Claims:Halal, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China), Halal
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Cleansing, Conditioning, Color Protection, Creamy Texture, Dense Foam, Smoothing, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Hair Softening, Sensory Enhancement, Detangling, Smooth Feel, Compatibility, Mild, Good Wet Combing, Foam Enhancement
Synonyms:Acrylic Acid-3-Methacryloylaminopropyltrimethylammonium Chloride-Methyl Acrylate Copolymer

Merquat™ 2001 polymer is a proprietary, ampholytic terpolymer primarily used in hair care products for its superior wet hair combing and detangling properties. It is recommended for use in shampoos and conditioning rinses where excellent wet and dry conditioning properties are desired.

Merquat™ 2003PR polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-53
Functions:Surfactant, Surfactant (Cationic), Conditioner, Sensory Additive, Foam Booster
Labeling Claims:TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China)
Benefit Claims:Good Color Retention, Cleansing, Conditioning, Color Protection, Creamy Texture, Excellent Flash Foaming, Smoothing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Hair Softening, Non-Occlusive, Moisture Retention, Luxurious Skin-Feel, Sensory Enhancement, Superior Performance, Detangling, Foam Stability, Easy Application, Sheen, Good Wet Combing, Foam Enhancement
Synonyms:Acrylamide-acrylic Acid-MAPTAC Copolymer, Acrylic Acid-acrylamide-MAPTAC Copolymer

Merquat™ 2003PR polymer is a proprietary, non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer developed for use in color protection shampoos. It offers attributes such as ultimate foam stability, color retention after multiple washings, and enhanced wet combability and detangling. It is suitable for use in hair care products, shampoos, and conditioners.

Merquat™ 3330PR polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-39
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive
Labeling Claims:TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China)
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Cleansing, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Sensory Enhancement, Skin Tightening, Silky Feel, Imparts Lubricity, Curl Retention, Irritation Reduction, Smooth Feel, Easy Application, Compatibility, Good Wet Combing, Improved Stability, Wet Skin-Feel
Synonyms:AA/DMDAAC/AM Copolymer, Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Acrylamide Copolymer

Merquat™ 3330PR polymer is a non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer that is compatible with anionic and amphoteric surfactants. It is well-suited for use in liquid cleansing products, providing silky skin feel and moisturization in skin care, bath, and shower formulations. In hair care formulations, it offers excellent wet and dry combing properties.

Merquat™ PLUS 3331 polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-39
Functions:Conditioner
Labeling Claims:Halal, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:Halal
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Rich Feel, Cleansing, Conditioning, Dense Foam, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Lustrous, Sensory Enhancement, Skin Tightening, Soft Feel, Static Reduction, Silky Feel, Imparts Lubricity, Curl Retention, Irritation Reduction, Non-Flaking, Smooth Feel, Easy Application, Compatibility, Good Wet Combing, Improved Stability
Synonyms:AA/DMDAAC/AM Copolymer, Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Acrylamide Copolymer

Merquat™ PLUS 3331 polymer is an ampholytic terpolymer with a slightly higher molecular weight than Merquat™ PLUS 3330 polymer. It is compatible with anionic and amphoteric surfactants and is ideal for use in liquid cleansing products. It provides silky skin feel and moisturization in skin care, bath, and shower formulations, as well as excellent wet and dry combing properties in hair care formulations.

Merquat™ 3940 polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-39
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive
Labeling Claims:TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China)
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Cleansing, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Dense Foam, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Sensory Enhancement, Skin Tightening, Silky Feel, Imparts Lubricity, Curl Retention, Irritation Reduction, Non-Flaking, Smooth Feel, Easy Application, Lubricating, Compatibility, Good Wet Combing, Improved Stability, Wet Skin-Feel
Synonyms:AA/DMDAAC/AM Copolymer, Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Acrylamide Copolymer

Merquat™ 3940 polymer is a high-solids, non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer compatible with anionic and amphoteric surfactants. It is suitable for use in liquid cleansing products, providing silky skin feel and moisturization in skin care formulations, as well as excellent wet and dry combing properties in hair care formulations.

Merquat™ 280NP Polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-22
Functions:Sensory Additive, Conditioner
Labeling Claims:Ethoxylates-free, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sulfate-free, Preservative-free, GMO-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China)
Benefit Claims:Rich Feel, Sensory Enhancement, Conditioning, Soft Feel, Creamy Texture, Foam Stability, Excellent Stability, Good Wetting Properties, Smooth Feel, Dense Foam, Broad pH Stability, Good Dry Combing, Hair Softening, Good Wet Combing
Synonyms:Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Polymer, N,N-Dimethyl-N-2-Propenyl-2-Propen-1-Aminium Chloride Polymer With 2-Propenoic Acid

Merquat™ 280NP Polymer is an aqueous, cationic copolymer that demonstrates ampholytic characteristics and is nonpreserved. The polymer has excellent stability in extreme pH applications, making it ideally suited for use in high-pH products as well as shampoos. Merquat 280NP polymer is also recommended for ethnic hair care, hair color, and depilatories.

Merquat™ 3331PR polymer

INCI Name:Polyquaternium-39
Functions:Conditioner, Sensory Additive
Labeling Claims:Halal, Sulfate-free, Paraben-free
Certifications & Compliance:CFDA Compliant (China), Halal
Benefit Claims:Moisturizing, Cleansing, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Good Dry Combing, Versatile Sensory Modifier, Sensory Enhancement, Silky Feel, Imparts Lubricity, Foam Stability, Curl Retention, Irritation Reduction, Volumizing, Non-Flaking, Smooth Feel, Easy Application, Compatibility, High Foaming, Good Wet Combing, Foam Enhancement
Synonyms:AA/DMDAAC/AM Copolymer, Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Acrylamide Copolymer

Merquat™ 3331PR polymer stands out as a non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer celebrated for its compatibility with anionic and amphoteric surfactants. Holding the highest charge density within the Merquat 3330 polymer family, it finds its niche in liquid cleansing products. This versatile polymer creates a luxurious and moisturizing skin sensation in skincare, bath, and shower formulations. Meanwhile, it excels in hair care formulas, offering exceptional wet and dry combing properties.

Knowde Brand Summary

Identification

INCI Name: Polyquaternium-22,
Polyquaternium-39,
Polyquaternium-47,
Polyquaternium-53,
Polyquaternium-6,
Polyquaternium-7
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Sensory Modifiers
Surfactants & Cleansers
Cationic Surfactants
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Conditioner,
Foam Booster,
Sensory Additive,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Cationic)

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Broad pH Stability,
Cleansing,
Color Protection,
Compatibility,
Conditioning,
Creamy Texture,
Curl Retention,
Dense Foam,
Depilatory,
Detangling,
Easy Application,
Enhanced Slip,
Excellent Flash Foaming,
Excellent Stability,
Foam Enhancement,
Foam Stability,
Foaming,
Good Color Retention,
Good Dry Combing,
Good Wet Combing,
Good Wetting Properties,
Hair Softening,
High Foaming,
Imparts Lubricity,
Improved Stability,
Improves Clarity,
Irritation Reduction,
Lubricating,
Lustrous,
Luxurious Skin-Feel,
Mild,
Moisture Retention,
Moisturizing,
Non-Flaking,
Non-Occlusive,
Relaxing,
Rich Feel,
Sensory Enhancement,
Sheen,
Silky Feel,
Skin Tightening,
Smooth Feel,
Smoothing,
Soft Feel,
Softening,
Static Reduction,
Superior Performance,
Versatile Sensory Modifier,
Volumizing,
Wet Skin-Feel
Labeling Claims: Acrylamide-free,
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ethoxylates-free,
GMO-free,
Halal,
Paraben-free,
Preservative-free,
Sulfate-free,
TSE-free,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care,
Other Beauty & Care,
Skin Care,
Treatment Products
Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene,
Other Personal Hygiene Applications,
Wipes, Tissue & Towel
Application Format: Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Masks,
Rinse Off,
Serum,
Spray,
Wipes
AP/Deo Applications: Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Bath & Shower Applications: Body Wash,
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications: Anti-Dandruff Products,
Beard Wax,
Hair Color,
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Gel,
Hair Masks,
Hair Mist,
Hair Serums,
Hair Spray,
Hair Styling Products,
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications: Hair Removal Products,
Hand Sanitizers,
Hand Soap,
Intimate Hygiene Products
Skin Care Applications: Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Face Cream,
Facial Cleanser,
Shaving Cream,
Shaving Foam,
Skin Cleanser,
Skin Gel,
Skin Serums
Treatment Product Applications: Anti-Dandruff Products
Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications: Wet Wipes