quat™ 280 polymer is an aqueous copolymer that demonstrates ampholytic characteristics. Merquat™ 280 polymer has excellent stability in extreme pH applications making it ideally suited for use in products for dry or chemically treated hair. Merquat™ 280 polymer is also recommended for ethnic hair care as well as skin care applications.
Hair Care Products
Relaxers, Bleaches, Dyes, Shampoos, Conditioners, Styling Products and Permanent Waves:
Provides superior conditioning properties for products with extreme pH rangesDoes not adversely affect the mechanism of hair colorContributes luster and a soft, silky feelProvides excellent slip, lubricity and snag-free wet combabilityImparts excellent dry combabilityCompatible with most anionic and amphoteric surfactantsNon-flakingSuggested starting concentration:1.0% as-supplied in shampoo and conditioner3.0% as-supplied in other formulations