Hair Conditioning
AMINOPROPYL PHENYL TRIMETHICONE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An amino-functionalised phenyl-trimethicone — clings to hair for lasting smoothness and gloss. Generally well tolerated; routine quat-style caveat applies at elevated use levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Strong substantivity to hair via amino group
- Adds gloss and smoothness
- Reduces tangling and breakage
- Long-wearing conditioning
Known concerns
- Amine functionality may cause mild irritation if overused
- Synthetic polymer; environmental persistence
- Limited compound-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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