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Hair Conditioning

DICETYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 1812-53-9 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A cationic (positively charged) hair conditioning agent that coats hair for softness, detangling, and frizz control. Well-tolerated in rinse-off products though irritating to eyes at undiluted concentrations.

Skin benefits

  • Effective hair conditioning and detangling
  • Reduces static and frizz
  • Substantive to hair (long-lasting)
  • Compatible with rinse-off formats

Known concerns

  • Irritating to eyes and broken skin at higher concentrations
  • Quaternary ammonium environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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