Quaternized Lemon Shine PF (Hydroxypropyltrimonium Lemon Protein)

Quaternized Lemon Shine
CTFA Name: Hydroxypropyltrimonium Lemon Protein
INCI Name: Hydroxypropyltrimonium Lemon Protein
Country of Origin: USA

Packaging: Drums, buckets, jugs, amber glass bottles
Description: Cloudy, slightly viscous amber liquid
Applications: Skincare, Liquid Soap Manufacturing, Haircare

Benefits: Hair Conditioning, Enhances Hair Shine, Decreases Fizz

Recommended usage: 0.5-5%

Usage Guidelines: can be incorporated in the aqueous phase; temp stable up to 50°C/122°F; pH stability 4-7; water soluble

Label Info: when you put this in your product, your label needs to read Hydroxypropyltrimonium Lemon Protein, not Quaternized Lemon Shine. Quaternized Lemon Shine is a product name, not a legal INCI name.

Quaternized Lemon Shine is a naturally derived protein designed to help with Hair Conditioning, Enhances Hair Shine, Decreases Fizz. Designed to be used in natural hair care products at 0.5-5%, this ingredient is an easy addition to any of your hair care formulas.

Quaternized Lemon Shine consists of lemon protein that is hydrolyzed to decrease pH and solubility reactivity issues. Chemical and enzymatic reactions are then used to bind the ammonium cations to the lemon hydrolysate thus creating a structure with cationic character; this increases the affinity that the positively charged protein has for the negatively charged hair shaft and skin cell. The hydrolysate is then cross-linked to increase the refractive index of Quaternized Lemon Shine PF, which further increases the shine benefits it has on the hair shaft.

To increase substantivity to the anionic hair shaft, proteins can also be quaternized. Quaternized proteins contain a quaternary ammonium ion that is covalently attached to the polypeptide chain. Often referred to as quats, quaternary ammonium cations bind to the anionic hair shaft to improve shine and combability while decreasing static and tangles. The chemical structure of the quaternary ammonium group is a central nitrogen atom attached to four alkyl or aryl groups and a halogen (e.g. chlorine).Quaternary ammonium ions are similar to ammonium salts yet they are capable of retaining cationic character in extremely basic environments. As ammonium salts are added to mixtures with a pH above 10, the nitrogen is deprotonated and the salt loses its functional charge.

To further enhance the shine properties, the quaternized proteins can be cross-linked to create an aggregate with increased molecular weight. This allows the formation of a film with a higher refractive index than that of a typical quaternized protein. Additionally, the film formed by the protein may also seal in moisture to prevent desiccation that is often caused by styling tools such as hair dryers and curling/straightening irons.

A half head study was conducted to determine the comparison of a control shampoo vs. 2.0% Quaternized Lemon Shine PF in the control shampoo. Additionally, a comparison between the control conditioner and 2.0% Quaternized Lemon Shine PF in the control conditioner were reported. Each volunteer’s hair was photographed prior to the treatment and again after the shampoo and conditioner had been applied and the hair was styled. The images of the half head study were used in conjunction with a sensory assessment subjectively rating the parameters cleansing, smoothing, dry and wet combability, anti-frizz, overall feel, shine and hydration. This assessment was conducted both before and after treatment. Based on the results obtained, Quaternized Lemon Shine PF is capable of enhancing smoothing, wet combability, anti-frizz, overall feel and hydration when used in a conditioner.

Product may change appearance if exposed to cold temperatures during shipment or storage. If this happens, please gently warm to 45-50°C/115-122°F and mix until normal appearance is restored.

Quaternized Lemon Shine PF is REACH Compliant and free of the following:

Butylphenyl methylpropional (Lilial)
Formaldehyde or formaldehyde donors
Parabens
Gluten
Paraffin
Lactose
Phthalates
Nanoparticles
Polyethlene Glycol (PEG)
Residual solvents
Nitrosamines
Sulfates
Palm oil/palm kernel oil (or derivatives)
Volatile organic compounds

Quaternized Lemon Shine PF may contain the following chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity as listed under California Proposition 65 State Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act:

Ethylene Oxide (from Phenoxyethanol)
1,4-Dioxane (from Phenoxyethanol)

Based on information provided by our supplier they certify that Phenoxyethanol contains a maximum of 10 ppm Dioxane and Phenol. Therefore, Quaternized Lemon Shine PF will contain at maximum 0.0115 ppm 1,4-Dioxane and Phenol.

Based on information provided by our supplier they certify that Phenoxyethanol contains a maximum of 1 ppm Ethylene oxide. Therefore, Quaternized Lemon Shine PF will contain at maximum 0.00115 ppm Ethylene oxide. We further certify that the above listed ingredient will contain at maximum 0.115% Glycol Ethers.

Quaternized Lemon Shine is sold in 4-ounce amber glass bottle, 8-ounce amber glass bottle, 16-ounce amber glass bottle, ½ gallon plastic jug, 1- gallon plastic jug, 5-gallon (40 pounds), and 55-gallon drums. Please email us at orders@shayandcompany.com if you are interested in pallet pricing.

Storage: Air tight container.

Best Used By: One year from date of purchase.

Shelf Life Once Used in Manufacturing: One year from manufacturing date.