Common Name(s): Quaternium-16,inci ingredient,cosmetic active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides documented cosmetic activity from quaternium-16.
Why It's Used: Quaternium-16 delivers formulation value through its specific biological activity and established safety and efficacy.
How It Works: Source: quaternium-16. mechanism: documented in cosmetic literature. safety: cosing-reviewed. standard cosmetic use concentrations.
Typically Found In: Skin care formulations,active products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Quaternium-16 provides cosmetic activity through its characteristic mechanism. at standard concentrations it delivers documented biological activity with an established safety profile from cosmetic science literature and regulatory review.
Last Verified: Cosing database,quaternium-16 technical literature
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12