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Functional / Support

Polyquaternium-7

Often labeled as: Conditioning Polymer

The anti-static, skin-softening film former.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly substantive cationic polymer. It binds to the negatively charged skin, providing a smooth, velvety, highly conditioned feel even after the product is washed off.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Prevents tight, dry skin after cleansing and leaves a silky protective film.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Extremely common in luxury body washes and foaming cleansers.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It builds up forever.

The Science

It sheds naturally with the skin and washes away with regular soap.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Polyquaternium-7

โ˜… 8.0
Tea Tree Oil & Acne Control Cleanser
Aiken
Tea Tree Oil & Acne Control Cleanser
Cleanser

A highly traditional, heavy-duty saponified foam cleanser. Relying on a matrix of Myristic, Stearic, and Lauric acids neutralized by Potassium Hydroxide, it creates a massive, dense lather that forcefully strips away stubborn afternoon oil. While highly effective at cutting through intense grease, this alkaline base temporarily raises the skins natural pH. It includes Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) and Salicylic Acid as active acne fighters, making it suitable for thick, robust, hyper-oily teenage profiles.

โ˜… 8.0
Vita-C Bright Facial Cleanser
Aiken
Vita-C Bright Facial Cleanser
Cleanser

A highly traditional, heavy-duty saponified foam cleanser geared toward brightening. Relying on a matrix of Myristic, Stearic, and Lauric acids neutralized by Potassium Hydroxide, it creates a massive, dense lather that forcefully strips away stubborn afternoon oil. While highly effective at cutting through intense grease, this alkaline base temporarily raises the skins natural pH. It includes Ascorbyl Glucoside for brightening and Tea Tree for acne defense, making it suitable for thick, robust, hyper-oily profiles.

โ˜… 8.6
BHA PHA Pore Refining Cleanser
Aiken
BHA PHA Pore Refining Cleanser
Cleanser

A traditional, heavy-duty saponified foaming cleanser designed to tackle stubborn congestion. It relies on a matrix of Myristic, Stearic, and Lauric acids neutralized by Potassium Hydroxide to create a massive, dense lather. The addition of Gluconolactone (PHA) and Salicylic Acid (BHA) provides mild chemical exfoliation during the wash phase, successfully dissolving oxidized sebum plugs for combination to oily skin phenotypes.

โ˜… 8.2
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Aiken
Prebiotic Hydra Plus Facial Foam
Cleanser

The traditional foaming counterpart to the popular Prebiotic Gel Cleanser. Unlike the sulfate-free gel, this foam uses an alkaline saponified base of Myristic and Stearic acids to produce a structured, cushiony lather. While it delivers the beloved prebiotic saccharides and fermented rice water to feed beneficial bacteria, the physical wash vehicle is highly purifying and is best suited for combination to oily skin maps needing thorough grease clearing safely.

โ˜… 8.2
Prebiotic Deep Cleansing & Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Aiken
Prebiotic Deep Cleansing & Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Cleanser

A thoroughly traditional saponified foam cleanser upgraded with a modern prebiotic complex. It utilizes a heavy matrix of Stearic, Myristic, and Lauric acids neutralized by Potassium Hydroxide to create a massive, shaving-cream style lather that obliterates heavy oils. It features Alpha-Glucan and Lactobacillus to support the skin microbiome. While excellent for robust, hyper-oily skin, the alkaline pH will temporarily breach delicate acidic moisture mantles despite the hydrating claims.