Merquat™ 281 Polymer

Merquat™ 281 polymer is an aqueous copolymer that demonstrates ampholytic characteristics and contains no preservatives. Merquat 281 polymer has excellent stability in extreme pH applications making it ideally suited for use in products for dry or chemically treated hair. Merquat 281 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 ranges
• Does not adversely affect the mechanism of hair color
• Contributes luster and a soft, silky feel
• Provides excellent slip, lubricity and snag-free wet combability
• Imparts excellent dry combability
• Compatible with most anionic and amphoteric surfactants
• Non-flaking
• Suggested starting concentration:
• 1.0% as-supplied in shampoo and conditioner
• 3.0% as-supplied in other formulations

Skin Care Products

Moisturizing Creams, Lotions, Bath Gels, Liquid Soaps, Soap Bars, Shaving Products, Antiperspirants and Deodorants:

• Imparts a smooth, velvety feel; reduces tightness after drying skin
• Provides excellent moisturization
• Contributes lubricity which can help make skin care products easier to apply
• Liquid cleansing products acquire richer foam with improved stability
• Suggested starting concentration: 1.5% as-supplied