Hair Conditioning
POLYQUATERNIUM-65
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
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
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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