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PEG-4 DISTEARYLETHONIUM ETHOSULFATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A PEG-4 ethoxylated ditallow ammonium surfactant with a short PEG chain, used for antistatic conditioning effects.

PEG-4 Distearylethonium Ethosulfate is a quaternary ammonium compound with two stearyl chains (C18) and only 4 moles of ethylene oxide, making it more hydrophobic than highly ethoxylated variants. The short PEG chain reduces but does not eliminate concerns about 1,4-dioxane. Ditallow alkyl chains are typically derived from hydrogenated tallow. The ingredient is not specifically restricted under EU cosmetics law but falls under general quaternary ammonium compound safety assessments.

Skin benefits

  • strong antistatic effect
  • lubricating feel
  • hair softening

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane trace contamination concern
  • animal-derived tallow component
  • potential sensitization

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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