Honeyquat is a honey-derived, cationically modified cosmetic ingredient designed to provide moisturizing, humectant, conditioning and antistatic benefits to personal care formulations. Its INCI name is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey.
The quaternized structure gives Honeyquat good substantivity to hair and skin, helping the formulation retain moisture while improving softness, smoothness and overall sensory feel. It is particularly useful in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, leave-in products, body care, facial care and moisturizing formulations.
Honeyquat is available commercially as a water-soluble liquid and is suitable for both leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic formulations. Depending on the grade, commercial products may contain approximately 50% solids and may include water and a preservation system.
INCI Name
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey
Common Names
- Honeyquat
- Honey Quat
- Honeyquat 50
- Quaternized Honey
- Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey
- Honey-Derived Conditioning Agent
- Honey Moisturizing Agent
CAS Number
223705-79-1
Ingredient Type
- Humectant
- Moisturizing Agent
- Hair Conditioning Agent
- Antistatic Agent
- Skin Conditioning Ingredient
- Cationic Cosmetic Ingredient
Physical Form
Typically supplied as a clear to slightly cloudy yellowish liquid, depending on the commercial grade.
Honeyquat is water soluble and is generally incorporated into the aqueous phase or during the cool-down stage according to the supplier’s processing instructions.
Key Benefits
1. Moisture Retention
Helps attract and retain moisture, supporting hydrated-feeling skin and hair.
2. Hair Conditioning
Helps improve hair softness, manageability and combability while providing a smoother sensory feel.
3. Humectant Properties
Honeyquat functions as a substantive humectant and can complement conventional moisturizers such as glycerin.
4. Antistatic Effect
Its cationic character can help reduce static buildup, making hair easier to manage and style.
5. Soft & Smooth Hair Feel
Helps improve the tactile feel of dry, rough or difficult-to-manage hair.
6. Skin Conditioning
Provides a moisturized and conditioned after-feel in creams, lotions, cleansers and other personal care products.
7. Rinse-Off & Leave-On Applications
Suitable for a wide variety of both rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic formulations.
Applications
Hair Care
- Shampoos
- Conditioning Shampoos
- Hair Conditioners
- Deep Conditioners
- Hair Masks
- Hair Creams
- Leave-In Conditioners
- Hair Serums
- Hair Detanglers
- Anti-Frizz Hair Products
- Hair Styling Products
- Scalp Care Formulations
Skin Care
- Face Moisturizers
- Facial Creams
- Facial Lotions
- Hydrating Serums
- Body Lotions
- Body Creams
- Hand & Foot Creams
- After-Sun Cosmetic Products
- Skin Cleansers
- Liquid Soaps
Bath & Personal Care
- Body Wash
- Shower Gel
- Liquid Hand Wash
- Bath Products
- Moisturizing Cleansers
- Personal Care Formulations
Recommended Usage
A general cosmetic formulation range is approximately 1–5%, depending on the product type, commercial grade and desired performance. Some suppliers specifically recommend 1–3%, while other technical references indicate 2–5%. Always follow the specific manufacturer’s TDS/COA for the grade being supplied.
How to Use
Honeyquat is generally easy to incorporate into water-based cosmetic formulations.
Suggested procedure:
- Prepare the water phase according to the formulation.
- Add Honeyquat to the aqueous phase or during the cool-down stage.
- Mix thoroughly until uniformly dispersed.
- Avoid unnecessary prolonged heating.
- Check and adjust the final pH according to the requirements of the complete formulation.
- Continue with the remaining formulation and preservation process.
Formulation Compatibility
Honeyquat can be incorporated into many water-based cosmetic systems and is especially useful alongside:
- Glycerin
- Propanediol
- Panthenol
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Aloe Vera
- Botanical Extracts
- Amino Acids
- Conditioning Polymers
- Mild Surfactants
- Hair Conditioning Ingredients
Technical Information
| Property | Specification / Information |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Honeyquat |
| INCI | Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey |
| CAS No. | 223705-79-1 |
| Ingredient Type | Humectant & Conditioning Agent |
| Origin | Honey-derived |
| Physical Form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly cloudy yellowish liquid, grade dependent |
| Solubility | Water soluble |
| Applications | Skin Care & Hair Care |
| Recommended Usage | Approx. 1–5%, grade dependent |
| Formulation Type | Leave-on & Rinse-off |
| Typical pH | Approximately 4.0–6.5 for certain commercial grades |
| Heat Sensitivity | Follow supplier-specific processing limits |
Commercial composition and specifications can vary by supplier and grade. For example, one commercial specification lists approximately 49.6–49.8% Hydroxypropyltrimonium Honey, 49–51% water and 0.2–0.4% sorbic acid.
Why Choose Honeyquat?
- Honey-derived cosmetic conditioning ingredient
- Excellent humectant functionality
- Helps support moisturized-feeling skin
- Provides hair-conditioning benefits
- Helps improve wet combability and manageability
- Can reduce static in hair
- Suitable for shampoos and conditioners
- Useful in leave-on and rinse-off products
- Water soluble and formulation friendly
- Suitable for premium hair and skin care concepts
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
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