Hair Conditioning

METHOXYCINNAMIDOPROPYL C18-22 ALKYLDIMONIUM TOSYLATE

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A quaternary ammonium hair conditioner with an integrated methoxycinnamate UV chromophore. Quat + methoxycinnamate combination raises both irritation and photoallergen concerns; limited cosmetic safety data.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGUV ABSORBER

Skin benefits

Quaternary ammonium hair conditioning
Substantivity to hair and skin
Integrated methoxycinnamate UV chromophore
Antistatic and detangling action

Known concerns

Quaternary ammonium compounds carry skin and eye irritation potential
Methoxycinnamate moiety — possible photoallergen / contact sensitizer
Tosylate counter-ion — limited cosmetic safety literature
Difficult to rinse off — leave-on concerns

References

EU CosIng database

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

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