Cationic surfactants

Other names: Cationic sufractants, cationic tensides, cationic surfactants, cationic tensides

Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)

Cationic surfactants, also known as cationic surfactants, cationic tensides or cationic tensides, are chemicals that are used in industry in a wide range of products due to their ability to reduce surface tension. These properties allow products to better interact with surfaces, either by facilitating the dissolution of contaminants or by promoting product adhesion to the surface.

Cationic surfactants are found in a variety of products such as cosmetics, cleaning products, antistatic additives for fabrics, paints and other materials, hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners, conditioners and hair masks, as well as industrial products such as resins, plastics, textiles, paper and metals. They are also used as emulsifiers, which are substances that allow the mixing of two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water. In addition to their beneficial functions, it is also necessary to mention the disadvantages, in particular the potential environmental hazards and possible intolerable effects in sensitive people.