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Conditioning humectant

GLYCERYLHYDROXYPROPYL STEARDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS -
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A conditioning ingredient with a glycerin-derived humectant linked to a stearyl quaternary group, giving moisture binding and rich softness on hair. Common in conditioning masks and rich creams.

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning with glycerin-derived humectancy
  • Stearyl chain gives rich cuticle smoothing
  • Moisture retention
  • Mild on hair

Known concerns

  • Limited specific toxicology data
  • Quat residue with repeated use
  • Eye irritation potential in concentrated form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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