Polyquaternium
Polyquaternium is a group of cationic polymers widely used in hair and skin care products. In hair care, it improves combability, reduces static, and enhances shine. It forms a thin film on hair strands, providing smoothness and frizz control. In shampoos, it helps counteract the drying effects of surfactants. On the skin, it offers mild moisturizing and protective effects. Its versatility makes it suitable for conditioners, shampoos, and styling products.
Runsoft SMC 18
Runsoft SMC 18 is a conditioning agent used primarily in high-performance hair care products. It provides excellent softness, manageability, and anti-static effects. Especially beneficial for dry and damaged hair, it helps restore a smooth texture. Runsoft SMC 18 is also used in rinse-off and leave-in formulations. It improves hair detangling while maintaining lightweight feel. Its conditioning power makes it ideal for premium shampoos, conditioners, and masks.
Dimethicone & Cyclopentasiloxane
This blend combines two silicones for superior conditioning effects. Cyclopentasiloxane acts as a volatile carrier, helping dimethicone spread evenly without heaviness. The mix provides smoothness, shine, and protection against heat and environmental stress. It reduces hair frizz and improves detangling in conditioners and serums. On skin, it offers silky texture and water loss prevention. This combination is widely used in leave-in treatments and styling products.
Cyclopetasiloxane & Cyclohexasiloxane
This silicone blend is used as a lightweight emollient in hair and skin care. It provides a silky, non-greasy feel and helps deliver active ingredients. In hair care, it enhances shine, smoothness, and manageability. Its volatile nature ensures quick drying without residue. On the skin, it creates a soft-touch finish and improves spreadability of creams. The blend is often used in serums, conditioners, and styling sprays.
BRB DM 350
BRB DM 350 is a medium-viscosity dimethicone used in personal care formulations. It provides excellent conditioning, lubrication, and moisture barrier properties. In hair care, it reduces tangling, adds shine, and protects against damage. In skin care, it offers smoothness, non-greasy feel, and water resistance. It is stable, safe, and compatible with a wide range of ingredients. Due to its versatility, it is found in lotions, serums, conditioners, and sunscreens.
PEG 12 Dimethicone
PEG 12 Dimethicone is a water-dispersible silicone that combines conditioning with emulsifying properties. It enhances spreadability and provides a silky after-feel in formulations. In hair care, it improves shine, softness, and ease of styling. Its water solubility makes it suitable for clear shampoos and serums. On skin, it acts as a moisturizer and helps reduce irritation from surfactants. It is commonly used in shampoos, conditioners, and facial cleansers.
Dimethiconol & TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
This blend combines silicone with a mild surfactant for dual functionality. Dimethiconol provides conditioning, shine, and protection, while TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate enhances cleansing and emulsification. It is used in 2-in-1 shampoos, conditioners, and styling products. The synergy improves product performance without heaviness. It strengthens hair, reduces frizz, and enhances smoothness. Its multifunctionality makes it valuable in both hair and skincare formulations.
Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride & Trideceth-12
This conditioning complex is widely used in professional hair care systems. Amodimethicone provides targeted repair by binding to damaged areas of hair. Cetrimonium chloride adds anti-static and detangling properties. Trideceth-12 works as a solubilizer, ensuring stability in formulations. Together, they offer long-lasting conditioning, shine, and heat protection. This complex is ideal for color-treated, damaged, and chemically processed hair.
Cyclopentasiloxane & Dimethicone Crosspolymer
This combination provides conditioning with a unique sensory feel. Cyclopentasiloxane ensures lightweight spreadability, while dimethicone crosspolymer forms a silky, flexible film. It improves hair softness, shine, and manageability without buildup. In skin care, it creates a powdery, non-greasy finish that enhances textures. It is commonly used in primers, conditioners, and leave-in treatments. The blend also provides enhanced durability in styling products.
Jaguar BF 13 (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride)
Jaguar BF 13 is a naturally derived cationic polymer from guar gum. It offers conditioning, thickening, and anti-static properties in hair care. In shampoos and conditioners, it reduces friction, improving combability and softness. It is gentle on the skin and suitable for sensitive formulations like baby shampoos. Jaguar BF 13 enhances the sensory profile of products without compromising rinseability. It is valued in clean-label and eco-friendly formulations.
