Hair Conditioning
POLYQUATERNIUM-95
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A cationic conditioning polymer based on a corn-starch backbone — gives slip and detangling on hair, mild cleansing on skin. Generally fine; trace acrylamide monomer is the typical class-level caveat for polyquats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cationic conditioning for hair and skin
- Reduces static and improves combability
- Bio-derived from corn starch backbone
- Mild cleansing action
Known concerns
- May contain residual acrylamide monomer (trace)
- Quat sensitisation possible at high %
- Aquatic environmental persistence
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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