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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-36

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A cationic polyquaternium polymer used to reduce static, condition hair, and form a flexible style-hold film. Cationic conditioning polymers are well established with a generally mild safety profile.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic and conditioning in hair care
  • Forms flexible film for style hold
  • Substantive to skin and hair

Known concerns

  • Cationic polymers can build up on hair
  • Possible mild eye irritation at high concentrations
  • Limited public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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