Hair Conditioning
HYDROXYPROPYL ARGININE LAURYL/MYRISTYL ETHER HCL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A cationic surfactant and conditioning agent combining a hydroxypropyl arginine moiety with lauryl and myristyl alcohol chains. Used in cleansing and hair conditioning. Quat eye irritation potential.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cationic surfactant for cleansing
- Hair conditioning and antistatic
- Arginine-derived bioactivity
Known concerns
- Cationic quats can be irritating to eyes
- Possible cumulative buildup on hair
- Limited public safety review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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