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DIHYDROGENATED PALMOYLETHYL HYDROXYETHYLMONIUM METHOSULFATE

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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

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONING

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

EU CosIng database

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

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