Hair Conditioning
ETHALKONIUM CHLORIDE ACRYLATE/HEMA/STYRENE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A quaternized cationic polymer used to condition hair and provide static control. Safe at use levels but can irritate eyes in concentrated form.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioning
- Antistatic film
- Substantive to hair
- Color protection
Known concerns
- Quaternary ammonium irritation potential
- Eye irritation in concentrate
- Limited biodegradability
- Possible sensitization
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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