Hair Conditioning
DITALLOWETHYL HYDROXYETHYLMONIUM METHOSULFATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A tallow-derived esterquat used as a strong hair conditioner and antistatic. Effective at low levels but quat-class irritation and animal-origin caveats keep it in the orange band.
Function
Skin benefits
- Strong hair conditioning and antistatic
- Reduces frizz
- Substantive at low levels
Known concerns
- Quat-class irritation potential
- Sensitisation risk
- Tallow-derived
- Aquatic toxicity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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