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Conditioning Agent

DIMETHYLAMINOPROPYLAMIDO 4-PCA DIMETHICONE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A silicone backbone decorated with amino and pyrrolidone-carboxylic-acid (PCA) groups — it sticks to negatively charged skin and hair while the PCA piece grabs moisture. Useful conditioning combo with no notable skin-safety flags.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Conditions skin and hair through cationic substantivity
  • PCA groups contribute humectant-like water binding
  • Compatible with rinse-off and leave-on formats

Known concerns

  • Mild aquatic toxicity typical of cationic silicones
  • No significant skin concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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