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VARISOFT® EQ 90

VARISOFT® EQ 90 - a readily biodegradable ester quat for high-performance hair conditioning with a sustainable edge.

Product Description

    Product Overview
    VARISOFT® EQ 90 (INCI: Dioleoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate) is a natural-origin, ester-based conditioning agent that offers excellent performance on both wet and dry hair. As a readily biodegradable alternative to traditional quats, it delivers a smooth, soft feel while supporting low-energy, cold-process formulation methods. With low aquatic toxicity and high compatibility with fatty alcohols, it is an ideal choice for environmentally responsible hair care formulations focused on performance and sustainability.

    Product Benefits
    • Readily biodegradable and predominantly bio-based
    • Excellent conditioning on wet and dry hair
    • Supports cold process, reducing energy consumption
    • Low aquatic toxicity for improved environmental profile
    • Compatible with fatty alcohols, offers emulsifying properties
    • Viscous liquid form for flexible formulation
    • RSPO Mass Balance certified for sustainable sourcing

    Applications
    • Hair conditioners and treatment masks
    • Rinse-off conditioning creams
    • Eco-conscious formulations for dry or damaged hair
    • Silicone-free and cold-processed hair care

    Formulation Tips
    • Use in combination with fatty alcohols for enhanced viscosity and emulsion stability
    • Suitable for cold or hot processing
    • Typical use level: 0.5–4% depending on hair type and desired performance
    • Ideal for sulphate-free and silicone-free systems

    VARISOFT® EQ 90 empowers hair care formulators to achieve professional-level conditioning performance while meeting modern sustainability expectations without compromising on sensorial quality or formulation flexibility.

Product Functions

  • Conditioning Agent

Product Features

  • Naturally derived
  • Halal
  • Improved slip
  • Cold processable
  • Vegan suitable
  • Cationic
  • Biodegradable
  • Lubricity
  • Renewable

Chemical Description

  • Dioleoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate

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