How to Use AccessQUAT 90L in Your Formulations
Understanding AccessQUAT 90L
AccessQUAT 90L is a true multi-tasker for hair care formulators. At its core, it’s a conditioning agent. When hair becomes tangled and frizzy, it’s often due to static electricity and raised, damaged cuticles on the hair shaft. Thanks to its positive charge, AccessQUAT 90L is attracted to the negatively charged surface of damaged hair. It forms a thin, smooth film that neutralizes static, helps lay the cuticles flat, and makes hair instantly easier to comb.
But it does more than condition—it also builds viscosity in water-based systems such as shampoos and body washes. This lets you achieve that rich, honey-like texture without relying on separate rheology modifiers. A standout feature is its ability to maintain crystal clarity in surfactant systems, enabling modern clear shampoos and cleansers. It is broadly compatible with anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactants, which is uncommon for cationic ingredients.
Formulation Tips
Use AccessQUAT 90L at 1–4%. For conditioning shampoos or body washes, 1–2% typically provides effective thickening plus a conditioning boost. For rinse-off or leave-in conditioners where detangling and slip are priorities, 2–4% delivers more noticeable softness and combability.
Add AccessQUAT 90L to the water phase. It dissolves in cold water with adequate mixing, but gentle heating of the water phase (around 40–50°C / 104–122°F) accelerates dissolution. Mix until the solution is clear and uniform before combining with other phases. It performs well across a typical hair- and skin-friendly pH range of 4–7 and remains compatible with anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactant systems—including sulfate-free cleansers.
Key Formulation Benefits:
- Superior Conditioning & Detangling: Provides excellent wet and dry combing slip to reduce breakage.
- Builds Viscosity in Cleansers: Thickens shampoos and body washes to create rich, luxurious textures without extra rheology aids.
- Creates Crystal-Clear Formulas: Maintains clarity in surfactant systems for clear shampoos, gels, and serums.
- Broad Surfactant Compatibility: Works with anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactants for formulation flexibility.
- Reduces Static & Frizz: Neutralizes charge on hair to control flyaways and enhance smoothness.
- Plant-Derived & Biodegradable: Vegetable-derived performance with an improved environmental profile.