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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-102

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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 cationic conditioning polymer used in hair and skincare for smooth feel and reduced static. Generally well-tolerated; main caveat is mild eye sting at higher %.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGOPACIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning polymer for hair and skin
  • Reduces static and improves comb-through
  • Substantive on damaged keratin

Known concerns

  • Cationics can be mildly eye-irritating at high %
  • Quaternary ammonium polymers have moderate aquatic toxicity
  • Limited stand-alone data for the -102 grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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