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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-39

CAS 25136-75-8 Updated
72

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 care to reduce static and improve combability. Generally safe at typical use levels; can mildly irritate eyes in rinse-off use.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Hair and skin conditioning polymer
  • Reduces static and frizz
  • Improves wet/dry combability
  • Substantive to keratin

Known concerns

  • Cationic polymers can build up on hair
  • Mild eye irritation potential
  • Quaternary ammonium chemistry

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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