Polyquaternium 11

INCI:
Polyquaternium-11
Also known as:
Polyquaternium-11 · PQ-11 · Quaternized copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate

Cationic copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate quaternized with diethyl sulfate. It forms clear, flexible films and provides conditioning. It is used in hair fixatives, styling gels and mousses and conditioners, and in other personal care products, with good compatibility in aqueous systems.

Functions

Film formerCationic conditionerHair fixative

Typical applications

  • Styling gels and mousses
  • Hair fixatives
  • Conditioners
  • Shampoos
  • Leave-in styling products