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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-84

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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 polymeric quaternary ammonium conditioner used in hair and skin products. Generally mild on skin; main caveats are environmental persistence typical of the class.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMINGHAIR CONDITIONINGHAIR FIXING

Skin benefits

  • Polymeric hair- and skin-conditioner
  • Substantive on rinse-off
  • Reduces static

Known concerns

  • Quaternary ammonium polymers can have low aquatic biodegradability
  • Possible mild irritation at high % in leave-on
  • Limited cosmetic-specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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