hair conditioning protein
HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM GELATIN
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A cationically modified hydrolysed gelatin protein used as a hair conditioner, providing substantivity, shine, and improved combability while imparting mild protein-based moisturisation.
Skin benefits
- Cationically modified hydrolysed gelatin used as a hair conditioning agent
- Provides substantivity, shine, and film-forming on hair
- Reduces static and improves wet combability
- Protein origin gives mild moisturising effect on skin and hair
Known concerns
- Animal (collagen) origin raises sustainability and allergen questions
- Possible cross-reactivity in users with collagen or beef allergies
- Quaternary trimonium group can be mildly irritating to eyes
- BSE / TSE sourcing controls required to ensure safety
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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