Hair Conditioning
DIMETHYLPABAMIDOPROPYL LAURDIMONIUM TOSYLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A conditioning agent derived from PABA that deposits on hair to add UV protection alongside softness. Reasonably tolerated but the PABA backbone can cause photoallergy in a small subset of users.
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioning with UV absorption
- Adds substantivity to hair
- Smooths and softens
- Combines conditioning and photoprotection
Known concerns
- PABA-derived molecule — possible photoallergy in sensitive users
- Quaternary ammonium environmental persistence
- Limited modern human safety studies
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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