A composition which contains a) one or more N-methyl-N-acylglucamines, at least 80 wt.-% of the N-methyl-N-acylglucamines having a saturated or unsaturated C16-, C17- and/or C18-acyl group, b) one or more fatty alcohols, c) one or more cationic surfactants, d) optionally other additives, and e) water is suitable for producing cosmetic, dermatological and pharmaceutical emulsions, especially for use in hair care products.
