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Hair Conditioning

PPG-1 HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CELLULOSE

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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 cellulose-based hair conditioner with one polypropylene-glycol unit added for slip and emollience. Generally well tolerated; the PPG group means manufacturers should verify 1,4-dioxane purity in the raw material.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Combines hair conditioning with mild emollience
  • Polymer-bound quat
  • Stable in surfactant systems

Known concerns

  • Contains a polypropylene glycol unit (1,4-dioxane trace risk in PPG materials)
  • Mild eye irritation potential
  • Sparse public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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