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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-65

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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 in the polyquaternium family. Coats hair to reduce static, improve combability, and protect against environmental damage; well tolerated though independent safety data is limited.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Hair conditioning and antistatic
  • Reduces frizz and improves combability
  • Film-forming protection

Known concerns

  • Cationic polymer with limited public toxicology data
  • Possible eye irritation in concentrated form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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