POLYQUATERNIUM-116 — Moumoujus

POLYQUATERNIUM-116.

Insufficient Data / HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

POLYQUATERNIUM-116 is a versatile cationic polymer functioning as a conditioning agent for both hair and skin. It enhances skin's texture by forming a film and binding electrostatically to achieve emollient and smoothing effects. Its use in cosmetic products has been deemed safe by the SCCS under specified conditions, though detailed restrictions are not publicly available.

Skin Conditioning Emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

On the skin, POLYQUATERNIUM-116 operates as a conditioning and emollient agent. It works by creating a thin film on the skin's surface and electrostatically interacting with negatively charged sites, which contributes to softening and smoothing the skin's texture.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence

Effective range N/A

Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility

Water

Optimal pH N/A

0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient exhibits a favorable aquatic toxicity profile and demonstrates good biodegradation properties.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status

Not reviewed

Sensitization risk Unknown

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) of the EU Commission has assessed POLYQUATERNIUM-116, indicating its approval for use in cosmetic products under specified conditions or restrictions, which are not detailed in the available research.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal

No Dry

No Oily

No Sensitive

Irritancy Unknown

Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While POLYQUATERNIUM-116 is approved by the SCCS for cosmetic use, the absence of specific clinical efficacy data, optimal concentration ranges, and detailed skin compatibility information (irritancy, comedogenicity) limits its current recommendation for precision skincare applications.

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