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    Glossary Polyquaternium

    positively charged polymer used in hair care products

    Polyquaternium is a term used to describe a group of synthetic polymers that are commonly used in hair care products like shampoos and conditioners. These polymers are positively charged, which allows them to bond with the negatively charged hair strands, providing benefits such as improved moisture retention, reduced static, and enhanced smoothness and shine.

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      Proteins as Hair Styling Agents

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      7 citations , May 2021 in “Applied sciences”
      This study investigated various proteins as eco-friendly hair perming agents for Asian hair and found that bovine serum albumin and keratin achieved perming results comparable to commercial products, while also increasing hair moisture, indicating a protective effect during heat styling.
      New Hair Care Ingredients Introduced in March 2011

      research New hair care ingredients

      March 2011 in “Focus on surfactants”
      Several companies launched new hair care ingredients in 2011 to improve conditioning, color retention, combability, and heat protection.

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