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DI-METHOXYCINNAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE ETHER

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

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

HAIR CONDITIONINGUV ABSORBER

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

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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