Hair Conditioning
DIPALMITOYLETHYL HYDROXYETHYLMONIUM METHOSULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A biodegradable ester-based hair conditioner (esterquat). Generally well tolerated and milder than traditional quats; minor irritation potential in eye-area exposure.
Function
Skin benefits
- Smooths hair cuticle
- Anti-static
- Reduces tangling
- Biodegradable quat
Known concerns
- Cationic build-up potential
- Eye irritation if neat
- Possible quat allergy
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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