Using WaterLock (Polyquaternium-51) on Lips and Comparison with Petroleum Jelly

Asked by: last_psychedelic On: June 19, 2015 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Can WaterLock (Polyquaternium-51) be used in lip formulations, and can it replace Petroleum Jelly?

Answer

Yes, WaterLock (Polyquaternium-51) can be used on the lips. For example, products like Shiseido ferzea lip cream use WaterLock in their formulation. However, it cannot be used as a direct substitute for Petroleum Jelly. This is because WaterLock is typically used in small quantities, whereas Petroleum Jelly can be used in larger amounts, even as a base for lip products.