Hair Conditioning
POLYQUATERNIUM-52
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polyquaternium hair conditioner — the positive charge sticks it to negatively charged damaged hair, smoothing the cuticle and improving softness and combability. Well-tolerated class with the usual mild eye-irritation caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair conditioning — softness and reduced static
- Substantive to damaged hair
- Improves wet and dry combability
- Forms thin smoothing films
Known concerns
- Mild eye irritation possible in rinse-off
- Limited specific toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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