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Is Quaternium-86 vegan?

Quaternium-86

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Quaternium-86 is a quaternized silicone-modified wheat protein hydrolysate derivative used in hair care cosmetics as a conditioning agent; it is plant (wheat) derived.

Also known as Wheat Protein Hydrolysate Quaternium Derivative
INCI name Quaternium-86
CosIng ID 37450
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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