Hair Conditioning
DISTEAROYLETHYL HYDROXYETHYLMONIUM METHOSULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A modern biodegradable conditioning agent — gives the soft, slippery feel in hair conditioners. Considered more eco-friendly and gentle than older quaternary ammonium compounds.
Skin benefits
- Hair-conditioning esterquat
- Biodegradable cationic
- Gentler than older quats
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium — eye irritant if undiluted
- Possible methosulfate residues
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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