Hair Conditioning
DITRIDECYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A dialkyl quaternary ammonium hair-conditioning agent. Sits on the cuticle to reduce static and improve combability. Limited public safety data; treat as moderate use-with-awareness.
Function
Skin benefits
- Smooths hair cuticle
- Reduces static
- Improves combability
Known concerns
- Possible mild skin irritation
- Limited published safety data
- Poor environmental degradation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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