Preservative
LAURALKONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Helps reduce static in hair care products while preserving product freshness.
Lauralkonium Chloride is an antistatic ingredient that helps reduce flyaways and static in hair, improving manageability.
Function
Known concerns
- May cause sensitivity in some individuals
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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