Hair Conditioning
DIHYDROGENATED PALMOYLETHYL HYDROXYETHYLMONIUM METHOSULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An esterquat hair-conditioning agent derived from palmitic acid. Esterquats biodegrade more readily than older quats and are generally well tolerated in rinse-off use.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioning and anti-static
- Improves wet and dry combability
- Mildly substantive to skin and hair
Known concerns
- Limited published toxicological data
- Quaternary ammonium compounds can irritate at high levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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