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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-22

CAS 53694-17-0 Updated
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A water-soluble cationic copolymer that conditions hair and skin and tames static. Considered safe at cosmetic concentrations with mostly mild irritation profile.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning polymer
  • Anti-static
  • Film-forming

Known concerns

  • Possible mild eye irritation
  • Limited eco data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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