Is quaternium-15 safe in cosmetics and personal care products?

Quaternium-15 has been flagged by EWG Skin Deep as a formaldehyde releaser concern (HIGH risk level). onlyonlytoxinfree has found it in 4 products in our database. Our scores are based on peer-reviewed toxicology data and are never adjusted for brand partners.

Which products contain quaternium-15?

We have identified 4 products containing quaternium-15. You can scan any product barcode on onlyonlytoxinfree.com to check for this and other flagged ingredients.

High Concern

Quaternium-15

Flagged by EWG Skin Deep ↗ as a formaldehyde releaser concern

What it is

A preservative that releases formaldehyde into products. One of the most common causes of contact dermatitis in cosmetics.

Found in 4 products on this site

Sorted worst score first. Lower score = more concerning overall formulation.

Kiss My Face, Tropical Coconut Body Lotion, 16 Oz

Kiss My Face

0 Avoid
Aloe Vesta, 2 in 1 Body Wash And Shampoo, 8 Oz

Aloe Vesta

0 Avoid
Silk Protein Style Gel 8 oz by Mill Creek Botanicals

Mill Creek Botanicals

30 Avoid
Zanfel, Poison Ivy Wash, 1 Oz

Zanfel

75 Clean

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