Hair Conditioning
BETA-GLUCAN HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cationic beta-glucan — a sugar polymer modified to attach to skin and hair for soothing and conditioning. Mild, with no major concerns at cosmetic levels.
Skin benefits
- Cationic polysaccharide derived from beta-glucan
- Hair conditioning and skin substantivity
- Mild antistatic effect
- Plant/yeast derived backbone
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium — mild eye irritant in concentrated form
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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