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GREENQUAT® BT

Water soluble cationic conditioner

conditioner – anti-static – healthy scalp

INCI name

Polyglyceryl-3 Betainate Acetate

 

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GREENQUAT® BT is a patented, 100% plant-derived polymer with high cationic charge from betaine. It can flexibly replace synthetic conditioning ingredients (e.g. quaternary ammonium compounds, cationic guar derivatives, silicone and polyquaternium derivatives) commonly used in haircare applications. 
 
GREENQUAT® BT is specifically developed to deliver smoothing and anti-frizz performance. Its excellent compatibility with anionic surfactant systems also makes it suitable for transparent formulations, while enhancing foam quality.
 
GREENQUAT® BT is suitable for rinse-off and leave-on hair products such as shampoos, conditioners, cleansing lotions, hair masks, serums, but it is also recommended for body care due to the velvety feeling typical of cationic products.
 
The negatively charged surface of damaged hair attracts the positive charge carried by GREENQUAT® BT, promoting deposition onto the fibre.

FROM A SUGAR-PRODUCTION BY-PRODUCT TO COSMETICS

Sugar beet molasses, a by-product of sugar production, is the source of both betaine (Trimethylglycine) and acetic acid, supporting their natural and upcycled origin.

BETAINE

Betaine improves the skin compatibility of surfactant mixtures, helps retain water, provides soothing effect, stabilizes emulsion interfaces, and enhances sensory properties. Betaine is naturally present in hair and contributes to hair strength and protection against damage (Pulliainen K. et al., 2009; Hazel Pool Associates, 2001).

ACETIC ACID

Acetic acid enhances conditioning, combability and softness while supporting formulation stability and compatibility. It also helps optimize pH and improve overall hair manageability. Its characteristic vinegar scent elegantly complements fresh citrusy notes.

CONDITIONING PERFORMANCE VS POLYQUATERNIUM-7

In a comparative rinse-off test on twice bleached tresses, 4% GREENQUAT® BT delivered stronger overall conditioning than 1% Polyquaternium-7. It reduced combing resistance and static charge, supporting easier combing and better flyaway control.
Bar charts comparing the effects of untreated, Greenquat® BT, and Polyquaternium-7 treated bleached hair on dry combing (median work done and median peak force) and static electricity.

GREENQUAT® BT offers a conditioning and smoothing effect on damaged hair, effectively improving and disciplining both straight and wavy types. This results in smoother, hydrated, and healthier-looking hair, with a significant reduction in frizz and fly-aways.

Image showing the comparison of hair treated with a branded conditioning shampoo containing guar and silicone versus GREENQUAT® BT on both straight and curly hair.

SCALP CARE: ONE WASH. MORE HYDRATION. LESS WATER LOSS.

A controlled study on 20 adults with dry scalp compared a shampoo containing 4% GREENQUAT® BT with a placebo. One hour after a single use, GREENQUAT® BT increased scalp hydration by 21.8% and reduced TEWL by 8.1%, demonstrating an immediate conditioning effect.

VISCOSITY

Impact on viscosity was investigated using a base surfactants formulation at pH 5.2 as follow. 
 
 
Improves viscosity in anionic/amphoteric system, enabling a reduction in the use of NaCl, which is commonly incorporated as a thickening agent but can lead to hair dehydration and scalp irritation.
 

ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY

GREENQUAT® BT delivers broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against key cosmetic contaminants, including bacteria, yeasts and moulds. Its efficacy against C. acnes, S. epidermidis and M. furfur extends its benefits to skin- and scalp-care applications, strengthening preservative systems while adding targeted functionality to the formula.

ECO-SAFE PROFILE

NOT IRRITATING
Based on the results obtained from HRIPT test (Human Repeat Insult Patch Test) and the SKIN IRRITATION POTENTIAL on a 3D reconstructed human epidermis (RHE, SkinEthic), GREENQUAT BT shows absence of potential irritation, allergy and cytotoxic effect. 
 
SAFE
GREENQUAT® BT has been proved to be NOT MUTAGENIC for the tested strains of Salmonella Typhimurium, either in presence or absence of the metabolic activation.
 
SAFE FOR THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT
The study, performed on Desmodesmus Subspicatus shows that GREENQUAT® BT doesn’t affect the growth and the appearance of the algae. In addition, GREENQUAT® BT doesn’t show acute toxicity against Daphnia Magna. 
 
READILY BIODEGRADABLE
GREENQUAT® BT can be considered “readily biodegradable” according to the test OECD 301F. The limit foreseen is Day 2.
GREENQUAT® BT achieved a biodegradation level of 100% within 28 days.
  • Natural cationic conditioner
  • Improves dry and wet combability
  • Reduces static charge and flyaways
  • Increases scalp hydration
  • Provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity
  • Enhances viscosity and preservative efficacy

ORIGIN

Polyglycerol ester with aminoacid and bicarboxylic acid

 

 
   Appearance Clear liquid
   Colour Very light yellow
   Odour Soft, characteristic
   Dry residue (105°C) 77 – 83%
   Specific gravity (25°C) 1.1 ÷ 1.3 g/ml
   pH (5% water solution at 25°C) 4 – 6

Haircare: shampoos, balsams, masks, serums.
Skincare: conditioning body creams
Personal care: detergents, shower gels, shaving foams, beard balms

% OF USE:
2.0 – 5.0%

 

Detangling Oily Shampoo: woman from back washing her hair with a shampoo in the shower.

 

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