Cationic O/W emulsifiers

Cationic emulsifiers have generally been avoided in skin-care products because they are often more irritant compared with anionic emulsifiers. They are important in hair-care formulations, where they act as conditioners and anti- static agents. Their advantage, particularly distearylammonium chloride, is that they produce emulsified products with excellent cushion feel on skin and mitigate the heavy feel imparted by glycerin.