Compendium of the most significant studies with reference to properties, intake, effects.

Rossi, S., Bonferoni, M. C., D’Autilia, F., Sandri, G., Ferrari, F., Caramella, C., ... & Gasparri, F. (2014). Associations of natural polymers to modulate mucoadhesion of vaginal rinse-off and leave-on formulations. J. Drug Deliv. Sci. Technol, 24, 496-502.

Abstract. The aim of the present work was the development of vaginal mucoadhesive formulations. A first phase of the work was devoted to the investigation of mucoadhesive properties of a series of polymers and of their associations by means of rheological synergism approach.

Barba, A. A., Bochicchio, S., Bertoncin, P., Lamberti, G., & Dalmoro, A. (2019). Coating of nanolipid structures by a novel simil-microfluidic technique: Experimental and theoretical approaches. Coatings, 9(8), 491.

Abstract. Nanolipid vesicular structures are ideal candidates for the controlled release of various ingredients, from vitamins for nutraceutical purposes to chemoterapic drugs. To improve their stability, permeability, and some specific surface properties, such as mucoadhesiveness, these structures can require a process of surface engineering.

Bährle-Rapp, M. (2007). Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride. In Springer Lexikon Kosmetik und Körperpflege (pp. 273-273). Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg.

Wang, M., Xu, N., Fu, J., Liu, Y., & Qiao, J. (2019). High-performance binary cross-linked alkaline anion polymer electrolyte membranes for all-solid-state supercapacitors and flexible rechargeable zinc–air batteries. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 7(18), 11257-11264.

Abstract. Development of a high-performance alkaline anion-exchange membrane (AAEM) is a subject of intense research owing to its potential applications in polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells, supercapacitors and zinc–air batteries. However, high ionic conductivity is still a major challenge for AAEM.

Erazo-Majewicz, P., Roberts-Howard, C., Oldham, E., Lynch, C., Graham, J., Usher, C. R., & Joneja, S. (2011). Linking enhanced deposition agent functionality with aesthetic performance. Journal of Cosmetic Science, 62(2), 101-108.

Abstract. This study examines the cationic polymers 1) guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride polymers (GHPTC), 2) acrylamidopropyltrimonium chloride/acrylamide copolymer (APTAC/Acm), 3) polyquaternium polymers (PQ-10, PQ-7, PQ-67), and 4) a new polymer system approach for their a) deposition efficiency (as measured by quantifying oils deposited on virgin hair) and b) ability to deliver good wet and dry lubricity to the hair from a cleansing formulation as measured by comb energy and friction characteristics of the hair samples. 

Gruber, J. V., Winnik, F. M., Lapierre, A., Khaloo, N. D., Joshi, N., & Konish, P. N. (2001). Examining cationic polysaccharide deposition onto keratin surfaces through biopolymer fluorescent labeling. Journal of cosmetic science, 52(2), 119-130.

Abstract. Fluorescein-labeled polyquaternium-10 and guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride were employed to study the deposition behavior of these cationic polymers onto hair from a surfactant system. The influence of the covalently attached fluorescein dye on labeled polyquaternium-10 was examined through rheological studies and comparative studies against data previously obtained from radiolabeled polyquaternium-10. A quantitative method for analyzing the amount of cationic polymer that deposits onto hair during a standard shampooing process has been developed using the labeled cationic polymers.

Wu, W. E. N. J. U. N., Alkema, J., Shay, G. D., & Bassett, D. R. (2001). Quantitative methods for evaluating optical and frictional properties of cationic polymers. Journal of cosmetic science, 52(1), 51-66.

Abstract. This paper presents three quantitative methods to examine gloss, opacity, and friction of cationic polymers. The adsorption of cationic polymers onto hair and skin can be regarded as a thin film coating. Therefore, optical and frictional properties of polymer films are of significant relevance to the applications of cationic polymers in hair care products. Such properties reflect the desirable hair condition attributes consumers seek in shampoo and conditioner products.