Cationic surfactant
BIS-(HYDROXYETHYL)OLEYLAMMONIUM ETHYL BEHENYL PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cationic conditioning agent combining a hydroxyethyl oleylammonium head with a behenyl phosphate counterion, used mainly to smooth and condition hair. Best suited to rinse-off products.
Skin benefits
- Cationic conditioning agent for hair
- Combines fatty amine and behenyl phosphate
- Provides smoothness and static control
Known concerns
- Quaternary-like cationic surfactants can irritate eyes and broken skin
- Limited published data on this exact compound
- Not ideal for leave-on facial products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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