May be used in hair masks, hair conditioners, as a treatment for coloured hair, and hair colour.
Uses
Behentrimonium Chloride is commonly found in cosmetics such as conditioners, hair dye, and mousse, and also in detergents.
It acts as an antistatic, hair conditioner, emulsifier, or preservative agent in personal care products.
Benefits
• Leaves hair easy to comb and soft
• Inhibits the development of microorganisms in cosmetic products
• Gives products a gentle cleansing foam
• Vegan product
Usage Rate
May be used in concentrations of 0.5–3% (according to the formulation, as excessive use may make hair feel greasy). Melt it in oil phase.
Strengths
Suitable for all skin types and works well with most ingredients.
Caution
Behentrimonium chloride is a cationic emulsifier and conditioning agent. Also known as docosyltrimethylammonium chloride or BTAC-228, it is derived from mayola oil, and so is considered a vegan cleaning/conditioning agent. To produce it, mayola seeds are heated and pressed.
It is most commonly used as a hair care ingredient for reducing static and frizzing in hair conditioning products. Behentrimonium chloride is also an emulsifying agent, which helps to improve the moisture content of the hair. Behentrimonium chloride is used in many personal care products, including conditioner, hair colour, moisturisers, bath soaps, and mousse.