A cationic surfactant with broad spectrum protection against microbes.
Functions
Antimicrobial,
Antimicrobial
Antimicrobials prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms on the skin.
Antimicrobial,
Antimicrobial
Antimicrobials prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms on the skin.
Preservative,
Preservative
Preservatives prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in a product.
Preservative,
Preservative
Preservatives prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in a product.
Antistatic,
Antistatic
Antistatic – reduces electric charge buildup.
Antistatic,
Antistatic
Antistatic – reduces electric charge buildup.
Dispersing
Dispersing
Dispersing – ensures the even distribution of particles.
Dispersing
Dispersing
Dispersing – ensures the even distribution of particles.
Origin
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Overview
Benzalkonium chloride is a cationic surfactant, which means it holds a positive chemical charge and contains a water-loving portion and an oil-loving portion.
Cationic surfactants are commonly used in hair care to condition and soften the hair, but benzalkonium chloride has another trait that makes it useful elsewhere. As an antimicrobial ingredient, benzalkonium chloride is used for broad spectrum preservation of skincare products, including cleansing products, lotions, and serums.
Broad spectrum protection means this ingredient can protect against microbes such as bacteria, yeast, and fungi.
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