A triggerable composition for one-stage, controlled release of a functional chemical includes a functional monomer having a structure selected from the group described herein, wherein R is a polymerizable portion, N+X31 is a quaternary ammonium halide, and R′ and R″ are hydrocarbon-containing groups, wherein at least one of R′ and R″ includes a fragrance or a skin active chemical. At least one of R′ and R″ can be a ketone, R″ can be an aldehyde, and R′ can be an alcohol.