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Surfactant

POLYQUATERNIUM-79

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A decyl-glucoside-based cationic surfactant that cleanses and conditions hair simultaneously. Decent skin compatibility, but the 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol crosslinker raises a low-level residual genotoxic concern requiring careful supplier QC.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning surfactant from sugar
  • Cleanses while conditioning
  • Compatible with mild formulation systems

Known concerns

  • Crosslinker is 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol — possible residual genotoxic concern
  • Quaternary ammonium build-up on hair
  • Not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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