Hair Conditioning
HYDROXYETHYL ACETOMONIUM PG-DIMETHICONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A quaternary ammonium-modified silicone — combines positive charge for hair binding with silicone smoothness. Good rinse-off conditioning; gentle in well-formulated products.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cationic hair conditioning
- Reduces static and tangling
- Provides slip in rinse-off
- Substantive to damaged hair
Known concerns
- Cationic surfactants can mildly irritate eyes
- Limited published safety data
- Not biodegradable
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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