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HYDROXYETHYL ACETOMONIUM PG-DIMETHICONE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A quaternary ammonium-modified silicone — combines positive charge for hair binding with silicone smoothness. Good rinse-off conditioning; gentle in well-formulated products.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

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

EU CosIng database

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

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