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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-70

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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 high-molecular-weight cationic polymer used to condition hair and skin. Sticks to keratin to reduce damage; standard quat eye-irritation caveat in concentrate.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning polymer for hair
  • Reduces flyaways and improves combability
  • Substantive to keratin

Known concerns

  • Quaternary ammonium with mild eye-irritation potential
  • Not biodegradable
  • Polymer purity matters

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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