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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-7

CAS 26590-05-6
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A widely used cationic conditioning polymer in shampoos and body washes. CIR-cleared and generally safe; the residual acrylamide-monomer question is what keeps it short of green.

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning polymer for hair and rinse-off products
  • Reduces static and improves wet combing
  • Forms a soft film on skin in cleansers

Known concerns

  • Cationic polymer; small risk of acrylamide monomer residuals
  • Can build up on hair with heavy use
  • Sensitization is rare but reported

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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