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POLYGLYCERYL-3 BETAINATE ACETATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A sugar-beet-derived cationic hair conditioner — a natural, COSMOS-approved alternative to quaternary ammonium conditioners. Plant-based and mild.

Polyglyceryl-3 Betainate Acetate is a 100% plant-derived cationic copolymer made from polyglycerin-3 and beet-derived betaine, acetate-salt form. It functions as a hair conditioning agent — providing combability, softness, shine and anti-frizz effects — positioned as a natural alternative to conventional quats like Behentrimonium Chloride. It is COSMOS-approved for natural and organic cosmetics. EWG Skin Deep rates it LOW across cancer, allergy/immunotoxicity, developmental/reproductive, and use-restriction endpoints. No PubChem GHS data found for this specific polymer; class-based expectation is low systemic toxicity due to polymer size. Independent long-term safety literature is limited (mainly supplier documentation). Evidence moderate.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived (sugar-beet betaine) cationic conditioner
  • Hair conditioning, anti-frizz, softening
  • COSMOS-approved natural alternative to quats
  • EWG low rating across hazard endpoints

Known concerns

  • Cationic charge carries mild eye-irritation potential typical of conditioning agents
  • Limited independent peer-reviewed human safety literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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