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Skin Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-61

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A phosphonium-based conditioning polymer — phosphonium structures are generally better tolerated than ammonium quaternaries. Polymer is well-tolerated; the main caveat is sparse published cosmetic safety data.

Function

FILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Phosphonium-based mild conditioning
  • Better tolerance than ammonium quats
  • Anti-static and conditioning
  • Skin softening effect

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Not biodegradable
  • Possible eye irritation at high levels
  • Less-studied class than standard polyquats

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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