Esterquat conditioner
DIOLEOYLAMIDOETHYL HYDROXYETHYLMONIUM METHOSULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An esterquat conditioning agent derived from oleic acid, used in hair and skin care for softening and detangling. Generally well tolerated, with the usual quaternary-ammonium cautions.
Skin benefits
- Effective hair- and skin-conditioning quaternary ammonium
- Antistatic and detangling action
- Esterquat structure is more biodegradable than older quats
- Generally low irritation in finished products
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium compounds raise eye and mucous-membrane irritation considerations
- Can sensitize a small subset of users
- Limited public dermatological data on this specific INCI
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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