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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-104

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A cationic conditioning polymer in the polyquaternium family that binds to hair and skin to reduce static and improve smoothness. Mild and well-tolerated at typical use levels.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Hair conditioning — reduces static and frizz
  • Smooths cuticle and improves manageability
  • Substantive at low use levels

Known concerns

  • Cationic polymer — can build up with repeated use
  • Limited eco-toxicity data on this specific polyquaternium

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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