POLYQUATERNIUM-7
POLYQUATERNIUM-7
Polyquaternium-7 is a synthetic polymer. It fulfills several roles in hair care formulations: it forms a film, acts as an antistatic agent, and is involved in hair conditioning.
Hair conditioningPerfumingRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Hair conditioning — Improves the appearance, softness and manageability of the hair.
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Film forming — Forms a film on the surface of the skin or hair.
Antistatic — Reduces static electricity, particularly on the hair.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — (a) Body leave-on products (b) Other products — (a) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.1mg/kg (b) Maximum residual acrylamide content 0.5mg/kg |
Products
Products containing it
CicabiafineCicabiafine Crème Douche Anti-Irritations Apaisante, 1L
CicabiafineCicabiafine Douche Baume Surgras Nourrissant, 1L
Bell Ânesse en ProvenceShampoing Hydratant Au Lait D'Ânesse Bio, 250ml
DucrayExtra-Doux Shampoing Extra-Doux Traitant Usage Fréquent, 200ml
DucrayExtra-Doux Shampoing. Fl Pompe 400ml
KloraneIllumine Shampoing à la Camomille Cheveux Blonds, 400ml
KloraneReflets Blonds Baume Après-Shampoing Camomille, 50ml
BeauterraShampooing Soin Douceur, 750ml
PhytoBoucles Intenses Spray Démêlant Magique KIDS Cheveux Frisés et Crépus, 200ml
LieracBody Nutri Le Gommage Resurfaçant, 200ml
DucrayAnaphase Shampoing Antichute Anti-Affinement, 400ml
PhytoBoucles Intenses Shampoing Douche Magique KIDS Cheveux Frisés Crépus & Corps, 400ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
18
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Frequent use · Shampoos · Anti-hair loss · Cleansers & makeup removers · Shower gels & soaps |
| Most frequent brands | Ducray · Cicabiafine · Erborian · Klorane · Lazartigue |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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