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POLYQUATERNIUM-54.

Insufficient Data CAS - / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING

Polyquaternium-54 is a cationic polymer designed to deliver conditioning and moisturizing benefits to the skin and hair. It functions by forming a protective film that adheres to negatively charged surfaces, contributing to a smoother feel and reduced static.

Summary

film-forming conditioning moisturizing antistatic

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a cationic polymer, Polyquaternium-54 possesses a positive charge, enabling it to form ionic bonds with the naturally negatively charged surface of the skin. This interaction creates a protective film, delivering conditioning and moisturizing effects, and can also mitigate static electricity. Some polyquaterniums may further function as humectants, attracting and retaining moisture on the skin.

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

Polyquaternium-54 is anticipated to be water-soluble. While specific pH stability data for this particular polyquaternium is not available, related compounds like Polyquaternium-11 show optimal stability within a pH range of 5.0-7.0, and Polyquaternium-22 exhibits stability across a broad pH spectrum (1-14).

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents (for some polyquaterniums)
  • Iron and iron salts (for some polyquaterniums)
  • Steel (for some polyquaterniums)
  • Copper and copper alloys (for some polyquaterniums)
  • Aluminum (for some polyquaterniums)
  • Anionic polymers in poorly formulated systems, which may lead to complex formation and undesirable film deposition (general polyquaterniums)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Polyquaternium-54 has not undergone specific safety assessments by organizations such as CIR, SCCS, or FDA. However, comprehensive reviews of the broader polyquaternium class have concluded that many, including Polyquaternium-6, Polyquaternium-11, Polyquaternium-22, and Polyquaternium-39, are considered safe for use in cosmetic applications at typical concentrations. For example, raw material concentrations of Polyquaternium-11 up to 50% showed no skin or eye irritation, and a 9.5% concentration in a patch test resulted in slight irritation in only 1 out of 19 subjects.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Polyquaternium-54 offers established conditioning and film-forming benefits typical of its class, its specific safety and efficacy profile lacks detailed independent review, warranting further data for a definitive assessment.

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