Hair Conditioning
DI-METHOXYCINNAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE ETHER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A quaternary ammonium hair-conditioning ingredient with a UV-absorbing methoxycinnamate group — smooths hair and helps protect colour from UV. Generally tolerated, with the usual caveats around quats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair-conditioning quaternary
- Reduces static and frizz
- Provides UV-absorbing methoxycinnamate group
- Improves wet and dry combability
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium compounds can cause eye irritation in leave-on use
- Methoxycinnamate moiety carries low-level photo-sensitisation potential
- Limited public toxicology for this specific structure
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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